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Brett C. Parker

Brett C. Parker, MD

Feeding and Swallowing DisordersGastrointestinal SurgeryGastrointestinal Minimally Invasive SurgeryGastrointestinal Motility DisordersMinimally Invasive General SurgeryBariatric SurgeryGeneral Surgery

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Brett C. Parker

Professional Titles

  • Medical Director, Johns Hopkins Surgery at Sibley Office
  • Program Director, Advanced GI & Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Surgery

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Dr. Brett Parker is a general surgeon and fellowship-trained minimally invasive foregut and bariatric surgeon. He is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Johns Hopkins and also the Program Director for the Johns Hopkins Advanced GI and Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship Program.

Dr. Parker is an expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques including advanced laparoscopy and robotic surgery, as well as therapeutic flexible endoscopy. He is interested in promoting the evolving indications for surgical repair of hiatal hernias, as well as adjunct procedures surgeons can use to reduce recurrence rates. He offers a wide range of interventions for GERD, including innovative endoscopic therapies, and promotes early surgical referral to discuss and tailor therapy to individual patient circumstances. Dr. Parker also has a robust abdominal wall reconstruction and weight loss surgery practice. He is widely published on the surgical outcomes of foregut surgery, emerging technologies, and innovation, as well as surgical simulation and skills transfer. Dr. Parker has consistently been selected as a Washingtonian Magazine Top Doctor in 2023, 2024, and 2025. 

As a member of the Johns Hopkins Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery in the Greater Washington Area, Dr. Parker is dedicated to the best, individualized, patient outcomes.

Learn more about Dr. Parker and his partners within the Johns Hopkins Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery, the Johns Hopkins Heartburn Center and the Johns Hopkins Motility and Neurogastroenterology Center.

Selected Publications

  • Fung, E., & Parker, BC. Esophageal Achalasia: Endolumenal Therapy (R. B. Lim, Ed.). In Multidisciplinary Approach to Common Surgical Problems. Springer Science.

  • Reavis, K., & Parker, BC. Managing GERD in Difficult Situations: Redo Surgery. In Benign Esophageal Disease: Modern Surgical Approaches and Techniques (D.Camacho, Ed.). Springer Nature.

  • Rosser J, Parker BC, Vignesh V. Medical Applications of Drones for Disaster Relief: A Review of the Literature. Surgical Technology International. 33.

  • Rosser, James C, et al. Surgical and Medical Applications of Drones: A Comprehensive Review. Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, vol. 22, no. 2, 2018, doi:10.4293/JSLS.2018.00018.

  • Swanstrom, L., & Parker, BC. Surgery for Esophageal Motor Disorders- Achalasia/DES/Jackhammer and EGJOO. In The Esophagus, 6th Edition (D.Castell, Ed.). Wiley Publishing Company.

Honors

  • SAGES/IRCAD France Visiting Fellowship Award
  • Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons Resident Achievement Award, 1/1/17

Memberships

  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
  • American Foregut Society
  • American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
  • Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)

Locations

  1. Sibley Memorial Hospital
    • 5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 210, Washington, DC 20016
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  2. Sibley Memorial Hospital
    • 5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Floor 4, Washington, DC 20016
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Providence Oregon Health, Minimally Invasive Surgery, 2020
  • Residency: Buffalo Niagara Medical Center, General Surgery, 2019
  • Medical Education: St George's University School of Medicine, MD, 2014

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2019

Insurance

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Search plans
  • Aetna
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthSmart/Accel
  • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
  • MultiPlan
  • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
  • Point Comfort Underwriters
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

218 ratings, 100 reviews

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Overall Rating by Patient
Provider Listened Carefully
Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/23/2026

    Very excellent knowledgeable and professional provider amazing doctor And he is very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/17/2026

    Thorough and informative!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/16/2026

    Good doctor. Personable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    An initial consultation with Dr Parker. Left the office calm and reassured that he is the perfect doctor for me. Both myself and a friend that accompanied me were so impressed and relieved.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Thorough, knowledgeable, nice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    Dr. Brett was professional and he talked to me to help me understand what procedure was needed for me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2026

    Kind, knowledgeable and respectful. Answered all questions and gave me time needed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2026

    He saved my life. He is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2026

    Dr. Parker is a very congenial person, an excellent communicator.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Dr. Brett Parker is an incredible asset to Johns Hopkins. Had it not been for him, I would likely have not had my surgery and just lived with my condition. He treats his patients with great dignity and respect and is an extraordinary doctor. I am so impressed by him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Dr. Parker Did a great job explaining the condition of my esophagus issue.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Very professional. I felt confident he was serving my best interests.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Brett Parker is the best. Should I need any surgeries in the future, I will reach out to his office for a consult.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Dr. Parker listened. Nobody realizes how important that is he listened to me got the test done. Had my surgery done on the road to recovery and the surgery worked. I feel great. He is one of the best doctors I've seen in this country.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/2/2026

    Excellent and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/2/2026

    He made me very comfortable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    I had scheduled needed surgery with a provider in NYC at Columbia. After seeing Dr. Parker and assessing his recommendations, I decided to have the surgery done by Dr. Parker at Sibley.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Dr. Parker is one of the best doctors I've seen.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Dr. Parker very patiently and comprehensively answered my questions and explained my options. Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Possibly the best provided I have ever gone to!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    The doctor was very professional and knowledgeable about my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Thorough, attentive and respectful. Dr. Parker read all reports ahead of meeting with me and listened patiently to my story. He arranged an endoscopy very quickly for me as well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Dr Parker was empathetic, calm, and came up with a good plan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Excellent listener, thorough, excellent diagnostician, patient, and explains everything well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    He took the time to explain the surgical procedure and the recovery very thoroughly. He answered my questions and explained. Ext steps.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    Listens well, explains everything and easy to talk to. I feel confident on my upcoming surgery with the Doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    Dr Parker was very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Excellent bed side manner. Explained everything and made me feel comfortable and not worried.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/29/2025

    Very professional with good listening skills.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Dr. Parker provided excellent care and listened to and responded to all of my questions. The visit was positive and encouraging.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Dr Parker is excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Dr. Parker was well-versed on my case and showed genuine interest in helping me and providing the necessary care and treatment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    He was so patient and clear. He made me feel so relieved.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    Dr. Parker was excellent! Explained things well, made me feel confident and comfortable about my upcoming surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Dr was very professional pleasant & listened to what I had to say.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Very good with information regarding the reason of the visit. Also great patient education regarding diagnostic test that need to be done prior to next step and procedures.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Confident and professional. I feel like I'm in good hands.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Dr Parker was thorough, explaining my results in terms I could easily understand. Excellent bedside manner and very patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Excellent doctor and visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Dr. Parker was excellent in every respect--listening, caring, and knowing his stuff. I was worried that a hernia might delay the start of radiation for prostate cancer. But Dr Parker explained clearly why I would be able to--and, indeed, should--postpone surgery until after completion of radiation in February. His evident expertise gave me confidence in his judgment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    Dr.Parker was kind, listened to what I had to say. It was a good followup visit. I am delighted with the outcome of my surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Dr Parker is excellent and has consistently exceeded any expectations. He communicates phenomenally, eliminated my condition with the care he has provided and provided excellent guidance that lets me live well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr Parker was warm, communicated clearly and effectively, listened well, made me feel that I'd be very well taken care of. I was very favorably impressed with him (this is the first time I had met him for a pre-surgery appointment t)

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr. Parker took the time to listen to my concerns and explained everything about my upcoming procedure in great detail. He was extremely patient and did not seem in a rush to get to his next appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    Excellent overall encounter

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Excellent preparation from medical records before seeing me. Super listener and explanations.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Good listener, very knowledgeable, well prepared

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    Nothing other than fantastic he was so intelligent and very easy to talk with. I'm very grateful to have him on my team

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    Reassuring. Advised endoscopy and two other tests

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Excellent visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Liked Dr. Brett Parker

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Dr Parker is great. He provided thorough explanations, gave me plenty of time to ask questions, and was compassionate

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Grateful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Dr Parker was very thorough in explaining my procedure and answered our questions in detail but in layman's terms.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    He explained the different types of surgeries I could have and the outcomes of each very well and worked through my concerns thoughtfully! He's extremely kind and I'm very excited for him to do my surgery!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    My provider was excellent great experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Dr. Parker is the best! He took the time to answer all of my surgery related questions and did not rush me through the appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Wonderfully trained and certainly qualified. Spoke as doctor to doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    He was the first person to ever read my advance directive out loud in my presence, ask for clarification, and follow it to the letter. Perfection. An example for others.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/9/2025

    I felt very confident with Dr. Parker's skill and knowledge in dealing with my health issues and he was very patient in helping to relieve my anxiety.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/9/2025

    I was very impressed with Dr. Parker in how he handled my visit, explained my situation and outlined steps for following up.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/9/2025

    I was impressed with Dr Parker. He took his time, was through, was interested and wanted to know about me and my health. I did not feel rushed. An excellent experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    Nice doctor. He was very concerned about my condition. He offered follow up in the future because he is concerned that I could develop cancer.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Very thorough and listened to concerns and clarified any misunderstanding.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    Top notch, could not have been better

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    I cannot thank Dr. Brett Parker enough for his intervention in giving me surgery for a paraesophegal hernia.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    He was great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Provider put me at ease. I was confident he would do his best to help me.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    Finally, a provider that has been willing and able to help me with my ongoing issues. Dr. Parker is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    I went to Sibley ER on 7/10/25 with stomach pain that had lasted 3 days. A scan showed that I had a perforated appendix that needed to be removed. Dr. Parker performed the appendectomy on 7/11/25 and did a superb job. He explained the procedure the morning of the surgery, saw me afterwards, and either he or his partner checked in on me daily until I was released on 7/14/25. I was and am deeply impressed by the empathy, skills, and compassion of Dr. Parker. I consider myself fortunate to be his patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    He was respectful, caring, very professional, very intelligent, and took the time needed to help me & answer questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Very knowledgeable and caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Excellent highly qualified doctor, very personable and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Dr Parker is an excellent provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    He is an excellent physican: prepared, focused, providing information about my upcoming surgery. I think he Is completely Invested In patient care. He is immaculately groomed as a physician should be. Trustworthy!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    Respectful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    Dr Parker is amazing. I have been under his care for 3 years and both the surgical solution he provided relieved all my gerd symptoms and the lifestyle changes he has helped me implement in my life with diet and exercise have significantly changed the quality of my life.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    He is very good at communicating What I need, what tests I need and what the results of the tests are. He seems to be a wonderful dotor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    Thorough and explained details without making you feel rushed

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Dr. Brett Parker is knowledgeable and hilly skilled. He recently did a complex paraoesophageal hiatal hernia repair for me, the surgery

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Excellent. Thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Provider was caring, extremely knowledgeable and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Dr Parker was late for the visit but someone at his office called me to let me know that.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Dr Parker is very good!! Personable, easy to talk with and I have no difficulty with the surgery

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    Dr Parker listens really well and provides meaningful advice

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    Very polite, professional, well informed about his specialty.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    From start to finish everything was easy, professional & friendly. Dr Parker was excellent at listening & explaining. We did not feel rushed or like just another patient. He was very good at attending to me & my unique situation. Thank you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    Very impressed by and appreciative of Dr. Parker's willingness to connect with and listen to me as the patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    They were great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Doctor Parker is the best!!!!!He is very caring, a good listener and he explains everything in a very detailed manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Excellent job withe consultation

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Dr Parker is very easy to communicate with. Spent the time to explain procedures

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/3/2025

    My experiences with Dr. Parker and Sibley Hospital have been excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Very knowledgeable very helpful. Dr. Brett Parker is the Gastroenterologist Doctor I've been looking for for the last 4 years. Most people had never heard of Achalasie. Dr. Parker is very polite & caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/13/2025

    Dr Parker was patient & explained everything about my condition and possible procedures to correct it.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    Attentive & professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    I came to Dr. Parker for consultation. Dr. Parker was very professional and friendly. He explained to me about his observation related to my condition and it put me at ease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/28/2025

    Excellent team effort! Dr Parker is kind, thoughtful and thorough. My hero