Summary

Dr. Sharifa Baker is a family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. She completed her residency training at both Rapides Regional Medical Center and LSU Health Science Center University Hospital. With 27 years of experience in practice, Dr. Baker is board certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. She provides care in English.

Dr. Baker practices at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Alexandria, Louisiana, and is affiliated with Christus Saint Frances Cabrini Hospital. She focuses on managing chronic conditions such as diabetes and high cholesterol, including hyperlipidemia treatment in both adults and younger patients. Her practice includes preventive care services like breast cancer screening and laboratory testing such as complete blood counts. Patients rate Dr. Baker 2.7 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.7
  • 27 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Rapides Regional Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic

3802 Prescott RdAlexandria, LA 71301
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineNurse Practitioner
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2.7 
27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Alexandria , LAHouston , TXBaton Rouge , LAAlexandria , LA
Med School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston Med School: Obafemi Awolowo University College of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Sharifa Baker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Sharifa Baker has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Sharifa Baker has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Sharifa Baker holds an expired medical license in the states of Louisiana and Texas. They are board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Rapides Regional Medical Center and Lsu Health Science Center University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Tx Med Branch Galveston and University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx in 1999.

NPI Number

Sharifa Baker's NPI number is 1811979073.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Sharifa Baker speak?
Sharifa Baker speaks English.
Which hospitals is Sharifa Baker affiliated with?
Sharifa Baker is affiliated with Christus Saint Frances Cabrini Hospital.
Does Sharifa Baker accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Sharifa Baker accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Sharifa Baker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Sharifa Baker has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Sharifa Baker accepting new patients?
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