DR. WHITNEY J. BARKER, OD
DR. WHITNEY J. BARKER, OD
Therapeutic Optometrist | Optometric Glaucoma Specialist
Dr. Whitney J. Barker is a Certified Therapeutic Optometrist and Optometric Glaucoma Specialist with over 15 years of experience providing comprehensive eye care at Berkeley Eye Center’s Kingwood location. Since joining Berkeley Eye Center in 2004, she has served countless patients, evaluating refractive surgery candidates and providing pre- and post-operative care for surgical patients across the full spectrum of eye care needs. A Rice University graduate who earned her Doctor of Optometry from the University of Houston College of Optometry—where she was inducted into the prestigious Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society and received the UHCO Low Vision Award and Five Clinic Letters of Excellence—Dr. Barker brings both academic excellence and extensive clinical experience to patient care.
What sets Dr. Barker apart is her unique career journey at Berkeley Eye Center, where she has served in various roles, giving her comprehensive insight into patient care from multiple perspectives. This diverse experience, combined with her specialized training as an Optometric Glaucoma Specialist and fluency in Spanish, allows her to provide exceptional care across the full spectrum of optometric services. Dr. Barker specializes in routine eye examinations, identifying and evaluating candidates for refractive surgery, managing glaucoma and other ocular diseases, fitting specialty contact lenses for complex cases, and providing comprehensive pre- and post-operative care for surgical patients.
Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Barker is committed to education and community service. She served as a teaching assistant during optometry school and currently works with local high school HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) students interested in healthcare careers. She actively participates in local school vision screenings and career days, sharing her passion for optometry with the next generation.
Specialties & Services
Dr. Barker provides comprehensive optometric care with specialized expertise in glaucoma management, surgical co-management, and specialty contact lens fittings. She specializes in:
- Comprehensive Eye Examinations – Complete vision and eye health assessments for all ages
- Glaucoma Diagnosis & Management – Specialized care as an Optometric Glaucoma Specialist
- Specialty Contact Lens Fittings – Expert fitting for keratoconus, post-corneal transplant, irregular astigmatism, severe dry eye, post-refractive surgery complications, pellucid marginal degeneration, and scleral lenses
- Refractive Surgery Candidate Evaluation – Thorough pre-operative assessments for LASIK, PRK, ICL, and other vision correction procedures
- Pre- and Post-Operative Care – Comprehensive surgical co-management for LASIK, PRK, ICL, cataract surgery, glaucoma surgery (MIGS), retinal surgery, and other procedures
- Medical Eye Care – Diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, dry eye disease, conjunctivitis and eye infections, anterior uveitis, and other ocular diseases
- Contact Lens Services – Standard and specialty contact lens fittings, including multifocal lenses
- Diabetic Eye Care – Comprehensive diabetic retinopathy management
- Dry Eye Treatment – Advanced diagnosis and management of dry eye disease
- Emergency Eye Care – Urgent care for eye injuries, infections, and other acute conditions
Office Location – Schedule an Appointment
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Kingwood
Address: 22741 Professional Dr., Kingwood, TX 77339
Phone: (281) 319-4334
Accepted Insurance Plans:
Dr. Barker accepts most major vision and medical insurance plans, including VSP, EyeMed, Medicare, Medicaid, and most commercial carriers. View our full list of accepted plans →
Credentials & Professional Experience
Experience
- Berkeley Eye Center, Optometrist, Kingwood, TX | 2004 – Present
- Elite Vision Care, Extern, League City, TX | 2009
- Memorial Hermann Eye Center, Extern, Houston, TX | 2009
Education & Training
- Optometry School: University of Houston College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry (O.D.), Houston, TX, 2009
- Five Clinic Letters of Excellence
- UHCO Low Vision Award
- Teaching Assistant
- Undergraduate: Rice University, Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Houston, TX, 2005
Certifications
- Certified Therapeutic Optometrist (CTO) – Texas
- Optometric Glaucoma Specialist
- Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (TPA) Certified
Awards & Recognition
- Five Clinic Letters of Excellence – University of Houston College of Optometry
- UHCO Low Vision Award
- Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society
Patient Reviews
Professional Affiliations
Professional Memberships
Dr. Barker maintains active membership in leading professional organizations:
- American Optometric Association (AOA)
- Texas Optometric Association (TOA)
Teaching & Mentorship
- Teaching Assistant – University of Houston College of Optometry
- Mentor to local high school HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) students interested in healthcare careers
Community Service
- Local school vision screenings
- Career day presentations at local schools
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
- English
Last Updated: January 2026
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Receive comprehensive optometric care from a specialist in glaucoma management and surgical co-management—schedule your appointment with Dr. Barker today.