Let’s start out by saying I am in equestrian adventure. Cowboys like cows I’m a wrangler I like taking care of horses. taking care of them is a huge part of my life and it takes physical ability. I ride in the mountains on horseback 150 miles to approximately 200 miles every year my goal next year is to ride 1000 miles. Without Dr Baker this goal would not be achievable. He has a unique… See more
James B. Baker, DO, FACOI
Rogers, AR 72758 Get Directions
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My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...
With 25 years of practicing internal medicine in this community, I have good relationships with many specialists to help guide you, if needed, with your unique healthcare needs. I am a board certified internist and Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Internists. It was an honor to be given the Most Outstanding Medical Graduate Award in 1986. I was chief of my internal medicine resident class, and it was a privilege to be President of the Arkansas Osteopathic Medical Association from 2013-2014.
My interests are in cardiovascular health, diabetes and preventive medicine. I also have an interest and extra training in autoimmune diseases. My staff privileges are at three of our local hospital systems, Regency Select Hospital, Northwest Arkansas Rehabilitation Hospital and the Circle of Life Hospice where I work on weekends as a staff physician.
Dr. Baker's Credentials
Tulsa Regional Medical Center
Tulsa, OK
Internal Medicine 1987-1990
Chief Resident 1988-1990
Tulsa Regional Medical Center
Tulsa, OK
1986-1987
Oklahoma State University, College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery
Tulsa, OK
Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine 1986
Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, AR
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry 1979
Washington Regional Medical Center
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital
Most Outstanding Senior, Sigma Sigma Phi 1986
Most Outstanding Graduate, Oklahoma State Board of Regents 1986
Most Outstanding Senior Award, Sigma Sigma Phi National Honor Society 1986
Oklahoma State University, College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery
- Deans Award of Academic Excellence
- Paul Mooney, Most Outstanding Research Student 1985
Who's Who Among American College Students 1976
President, Arkansas Osteopathic Medical Association 2013-2014
Hospitalist, Regency Select Hospital 2010-2014
Washington Regional Diagnostic Clinic 1990-2013
Northwest Arkansas Rehabilitation Hospital
- Co-Medical Director 1991-present
- President, Medical Executive Staff 2015-present
- Staff Physician 1991-present
American Osteopathic Association
Arkansas Osteopathic Medical Association
Benton County Medical Society
Oklahoma
Testimonials from patients of Dr. Baker
He listened to me and gave me answers. Dr. Baker makes you feel like you can tell him anything and he will help you.
First of all I have to say that I’m so blessed to have Dr James Baker as my primary physician.
So my story starts Spring of 2020 as I just turned 61 years old and was with Dr Baker covering the results of my annual wellness checkup
During the review Dr Baker was encouraging me to start exercising and taking some supplements. I was not exercising or taking any supplements, but… See more
Dr. Baker is awesome. I met him 25 years ago when I had an allergic reaction from an allergy shot. He was so kind and took very good care of me. I have been with him ever since.
I simply love Dr Baker. He is extremely caring. Listens to you and your issues and cares about what is going on in your life. I had an issue and had been to several Drs and my sister who has seen Dr Baker for several years told me to go see him. She said he would figure it out. He sure did. He is a doctor that no matter what is going on, he will figure it out. He is extremely knowledgeable. He… See more
Dr. James Baker has been the only doctor that has ever taken the time to listen in detail on how I’ve felt about my personal health. He offers reasonable suggestions & has never made me feel uncomfortable asking questions or mentioning symptoms I may be experiencing. Dr. Baker will do his best to get to the bottom of any health issues and will help alleviate symptoms until the problem is… See more
I was nauseous for over a year. Went to multiple doctors. My daughter in law was an intern for Doctor James Baker. She told me he was the best. She was right. He suspected it was a bladder. Went for tests and sure enough it was my bladder. He sent me to a surgeon and the surgeon said my bladder was twice the size of normal bladder. Instant relief for my nausea. Changed my life. Thank you… See more
We didn’t know what to expect when my husband and I joined MDVIP. I can honestly say, we have been completely exultant with the care Dr. Baker has provided.
Switching to MDVIP was by far the best decision we have made when it comes to our health. Dr. Baker never makes you feel like you’re just another number. He truly, genuinely cares for his patients.
I can’t thank Dr. Baker… See more
He is the best doctor in the world. He has taken care of me and my family for several years. He is always available and takes action immediately. He researches everything and keeps up to date on what is happening and the best way to treat you.
While seeing Dr Baker for a checkup, I mentioned I was concerned about my daughter. Always caring he asked what was wrong with her. I stated for years she has had digestive issues. Recently she has been exhausted with a heavy menstrual her female OB/GYN told her she could expect it at her age. Mid 30s. Fortunately she did seek a second opinion, because she felt her daughters needed a healthy… See more