John R Barley IV, DO

Orthopedics - Sports Medicine, Sports Medicine

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.9
Based on 163 ratings
John R Barley IV, DO

About John R Barley IV, DO

Dr. Barley is a fellowship trained sports medicine physician specializing in concussion diagnosis and management and diagnostic ultrasound. Additional specialties include ultrasound-guided injections and on-field sports coverage. Passionate about preventive medicine and exercise, he implements a holistic team approach to medical care.

After earning his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Barley completed a family medicine residency locally with Riverside Family Medicine & Pediatrics Brentwood in affiliation with Virginia Commonwealth University. He subsequently completed fellowship training in primary care sports medicine at Wake Forest University. Dr. Barley is board certified in both family medicine and primary care sports medicine.

Playing Division I football inspired Dr. Barley to become a sports medicine physician. He has provided care for teams at Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem State University and the North Carolina School of Arts. He currently serves as head team physician and medical director at Christopher Newport University, NN Public Schools athletics and Lionsbridge FC. He is also team physician for Hampton University, concussion specialist for the Apprentice School athletics and director of sports medicine for Riverside. His extensive experience in this area has resulted in a high level of familiarity with the health care concerns of the local population. Dr. Barley specializes in the treatment of non-operative musculoskeletal injuries, concussion diagnosis and management, diagnostic ultrasound, ultrasound-guided injections and team physician responsibilities.

Originally from western Pennsylvania, Dr. Barley enjoys golf, traveling and cooking. He and his wife, Madelyn, have four children: Colton, Calvin, Cyrus and Cora. 

Education

Medical: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency: Riverside Health System
Fellowship: Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center

Board Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine
American Board of Family Medicine - Sports Medicine

Locations

Riverside Orthopedic, Sports Medicine & Physiatry Specialists

12200 Warwick Boulevard, 310, Newport News, VA 23601

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Ratings & Reviews

Riverside Health is committed to exceptional quality, safety and service. All ratings and comments are obtained from patient survey data collected and verified by Press Ganey, an independent organization focused on improving patient experience. Star ratings are displayed for those physicians who participate in Riverside’s patient experience survey program through Press Ganey and have received a minimum of 30 surveys responses.

Overall Satisfaction
4.9
Based on 163 ratings
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August 29, 2026
The doctor was very thorough. He explained everything well and even talked to my son at his level so that he understood what was going on.
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August 22, 2026
I have great confidence in Dr. Barley. He really knows his stuff and I believe he'll really be able to help me
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August 19, 2026
I've been coming to Dr. Barley's office for several years and am glad he's my doctor!
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August 13, 2026
I am truly a fan of Dr. Barley
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August 10, 2026
Great bedside manners
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August 01, 2026
Everything went great, Dr. Barley explains everything he is doing and listens to what I say as to my issue. He very easy to talk to and has answered every question I have had over our several visits
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July 26, 2026
Excellent information, and service.
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July 24, 2026
Great
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July 17, 2026
I absolutely love Dr. Barley. He listens, shows compassion, takes his time to explain things and makes me feel heard. I've been seeing him for years and he's hasn't changed thankfully
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July 15, 2026
Awesome experience. Dr. Barley was great and knowledgeable.
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June 27, 2026
Dr. Barley was great. He was professional, understanding, and eager to help me out and figure out a solution to my problem. I appreciated his honesty and his time very much.
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June 25, 2026
Highly recommend
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June 18, 2026
Good
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June 02, 2026
Dr. Barley was super friendly. He took his time explaining things to me. He made me feel at ease about my back pain.
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May 30, 2026
The doctor was great very kind and accommodating
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April 26, 2026
Dr. Barley listened and showed concrete about my problem.
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April 17, 2026
Great experience. Received injections with no pain at all.
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March 20, 2026
Always very kind and and professional
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February 27, 2026
Dr Barley and his team have helped me and my two kids all as patients. He takes his time to really understand our symptoms and have they affect our lives. He is always efficient yet very thorough in his evaluation and recommendations.
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February 21, 2026
Very pleased with the doctor and clinic staff. I was well taken care of.
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