Summary

Dr. Gary Baker is a rheumatologist with nearly five decades of medical experience treating conditions affecting joints, muscles, and connective tissues. He earned his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine and has dedicated 48 years to helping patients manage complex rheumatological conditions. Dr. Baker is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Baker practices at M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and maintains an affiliation with Minneapolis Heart Institute. He specializes in treating rheumatoid arthritis and addresses back pain concerns in both pregnant women and young patients. His expertise includes ordering comprehensive blood work and metabolic panels to help diagnose and monitor various conditions. Patients have given Dr. Baker an average rating of 4.2 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.2
  • 48 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital

45 10th St WSaint Paul, MN 55102

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RheumatologyInternal MedicineRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients
4.2 
48 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Saint Paul , MNMinneapolis , MNSaint Paul , MNOmaha , NE
Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: King Abdulaziz University College Of Medicine And Allied Sciences Med School: Dayanand Medical College Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Gary Lester Baker has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gary Lester Baker has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Connective Tissue Diseases
  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Scleroderma
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Nebraska College Of MedicineGraduated in 1978

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Which hospitals is Dr. Gary Baker affiliated with?
Dr. Gary Baker is affiliated with MINNEAPOLIS HEART INSTITUTE.
Where is Dr. Gary Baker's office located?
Dr. Gary Baker's office is located at 45 10th St W, Saint Paul, MN, 55102.

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