Dr. Robert S. Baker is a board-certified physician in Pediatrics, Neurology, and Ophthalmology with over 20 years of clinical and academic leadership experience. He earned his medical degree from the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine and practiced ophthalmology in Fayetteville, Arkansas, where he earned a strong reputation for patient care and expertise.
Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine
Medical School
M.F.A., Creative Writing
M.Th.
B.Th.
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Residency, Neurology, 1978-1980
B.Sc.
English
ACS Fellow
Honor Award, 1998
Fight for Sight Citation for Clinical Science, 1986
John Gaby Award for Research in Ophthalmology, 1981
Fellow
AR State Medical License
Active through 2026
KY State Medical License
Active through 2014
CA State Medical License
Active through 2017
AZ State Medical License
Active through
NY State Medical License
Active through 2019
Provider NPI:
1538312202
Now retired from clinical practice, Dr. Baker is pursuing a new chapter in healthcare administration. With two decades as a department chairman, board member of a financial management organization, and active roles on university senate and hospital committees, he brings deep insight into operational leadership, HR, and strategic planning. Dr. Baker is open to a range of administrative roles across hospital systems or large group practices.
Dr. Robert S. Baker
Efficient and compassionate service from the entire team. My recovery was smooth, and the results of the cataract surgery are outstanding. I can see clearly now, and it has made a world of difference in my daily life.