Dr. Scott L. Baker, MD | Sioux Falls, SD | Surgery

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Dr. Scott Baker specializes in surgery with advanced training in colorectal surgery. He earned his medical degree from Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota and brings 27 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Baker communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Baker is affiliated with Sanford USD Medical Center and practices in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, as well as Layton, Utah. He focuses on treating conditions such as obesity, colorectal cancer, and colon cancer. His surgical expertise includes performing sedation procedures and pathology testing. Patients have given Dr. Baker an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

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3.1

15 Ratings
27 years of experience
38 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota
10 written reviews
2 specialties
2 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
5 office locations
Male

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I have had two surgeries on different occasions. I would recommend anyone to go to him.

November 30th, 2020

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I was seen by Dr Baker in the emergency room. Excruciating abdominal pain. Dr Baker promptly ordered testings, including labs, X-ray, and CTscan. Dr Baker noted surgery was needed right away. He explained the best and worst case scenario during surgery. Surgery went well Dr Baker was able to achieve successful outcomes. I'm much improved, recovering well at this point. Thankful Dr Baker was on duty in the ER.

July 30th, 2020

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I had elective Hernia surgery. Before surgery the doctor presented a different side than post surgery. I ended up having a drainage tube removed too soon. Had Home Health Care Nurse who was very concerned with my post surgery situation. She got no satisfaction calling his office. I ended up in an ER which addressed my complications. I was sent to Dr. Baker and I ended up having the tube reinserted and I was hospitalized for a number of days. I declared that I wouldn't see him again after that ordeal.

October 4th, 2018

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The state medical board should revoke this guy's license to practice. He represents everything that is wrong with American healthcare - Please google his name including the following keywords and read for yourself "Dr Scott baker south dakota negligence" - he butchered a woman, removed her healthy kidney (the wrong organ) left the affected organ inside, and both he and the hospital are denying they did anything wrong. Go under his knife at your own risk

September 20th, 2018

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Lier

September 20th, 2018

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I have no complaints about Dr. Baker. He has always been very eager to take the time to explain things to me and with all this negative publicity I will still have faith in Dr. Baker. He is only human and we all make mistakes!!

August 18th, 2018

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Do not use Dr Scott Baker. Butcher and incompetent.

August 17th, 2018

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I'd rather I didn't have to see him, but since I do it's been a good experience overall. I have really enjoyed having to work with him. He doesn't sugarcoat things-is very upfront-and I trust him completely.

April 28th, 2017

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He didn't explain the surgery well and never gave me any alternative treatments. He told me that the surgery would cause no pain and I would be able to go back to work the next day if I wanted to. I had post-op complications, including a lot of pain and he refused to check on me in the hospital. I have not been able to work for 2 weeks because of this. He has no compassion for his patients.

June 28th, 2016

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He did a fantastic job on the most awful surgery ever.

February 5th, 2015

Avera Mckennan Hospital And University Health Center

1325 S Cliff AveSioux Falls, SD 57105

Tel: (605) 322-8000

Steward Davis Multispecialty

1492 W Antelope Dr Ste 203Layton, UT 84041

Holy Cross Hospital Davis

1600 W Antelope DrLayton, UT 84041

Tel: (801) 807-1000

Tanner Clinic

1756 W Antelope DrLayton, UT 84041

Tel: (801) 773-4840

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Layton Hospital

201 W Layton PkwyLayton, UT 84041

Tel: (801) 543-6000


Dr. Scott Lawson Baker, MD	Dr. Patrick S Mcgreevy	Dr. Bradley Ray Plaga	Dr. Stephanie Yun Si Hung
Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Surgery

3.1 (15 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3 (2 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
27 Years of Experience	64 Years of Experience	42 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Sioux Falls , SD	Sioux Falls , SD	Hot Springs , SD	Sioux Falls , SD
Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota	Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine	Med School: Uniformed Services University	Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
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Colorectal Surgery
Diverticulitis

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Utah, 2026, Expired

Medical Doctor, South Dakota, 2021, Inactive

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South DakotaGraduated in 2000

Sanford School Of Medicine The University Of South DakotaGraduated in 1999

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Which hospitals is Dr. Scott Baker affiliated with?: Dr. Scott Baker is affiliated with Sanford Usd Medical Center.
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Where is Dr. Scott Baker's office located?: Dr. Scott Baker's office is located at 1325 S Cliff Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105.
What languages does Dr. Scott Baker speak?: Dr. Scott Baker speaks English.
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