Dr. John Barsa

I was a member of the St Joseph's pain management team with John, and Drs Parada & Forman. John was a talented doctor, skillful as an anesthesiologist. A warm, compassionate guy. I miss him and his companionship to this day.

I knew Dr Barsa many years having been part of his pain management team along with Drs Forman & Parada. He was an extremely talented anesthesiologist, a favorite of many general surgeons. His post doctoral pain management training was at the renowned University of Washington multidisciplinary pain management program. He brought that innovative pain management treatment approach to Tampa and established a multidisciplinary pain management program at St Joseph's Hospital. On a personal level,...

I have just learned Dr. Barsa passed away. I started seeing in in 1994. He was my pain management doctor for at least 15 years. What a wonderful man and provider. He was warm, caring, attentive, sharp minded and he loved the kids. He always took time to play with my kids when I took them with me on my appointments. They always loved going with me to see him. He was the most forward thinker and the best pain management provider. He truly was ahead of his time. I felt how much he cared...

He help me with my back pain, had 3 herniated discs. He injected me the epidural in 2008 and I have not had any serious back pain ever since, just minor pain I can handle. He was great, I just found out today he passed away. Rest in Peace.

I just found out today that one of the most extraordinary men I've ever known has gone to be with the Lord. Dr John Barsa was such a fine man. Dr Barsa became my doctor around 2012-2013; I was miserable at that appointment in so much pain, first thing he did was get a blanket to put around me and then he told me it's okay Bella I'll take care of you. My name is Tammy but he always called me his Bella. He worked and worked for many months until he found just the right amount and what he needed...

I am so sorry for your loss. I have known dr.barsa since i was a little guy at 6 uears old. I am 38 now and knew barsa threw my father who was a long term patient of his. My fathers name is Daniel Mccal.

John Barsa would be the first to admit by telling a joke he wasnt perfect. He was encouraging and helped me overcome adversity beyond what seemed possible. I have lost 180 pounds with the help of Mauricio Orbegozo after John retired I knew he would live long. His work was like air to him second to his family. I know he truly loved me. He requested I be evaluated inpatient and get off of all medications before he would treat me. My MRI would allow me to take pain medications the rest of my...

John Barsa and I worked together in those very early days of pain management protocols with Sammy Lipton at Walton Hospital in Liverpool in the late 1960's. He was incredibly kind and caring to our patients and so, so competent in his management of very difficult cases, usually presenting at very late hours in the operating rooms!! Thank you John for the memories and may you rest in peace. My condolences to your family. ❤

Dr. Barsa helped me when no one else would! Took me from bedridden to a working member of society. Allowed me to earn for my family and be a part of my children's lives. He had the insight to hire Gail Sadler who is one of the best medical professionals I have known. I know he is in heaven running things there in the same kind and insightful way he ran his office. Best wishes to his family.