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Richard P. Baker, MD

4.9
Obstetrics & Gynecology, Gynecology
484-526-7474

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St. Luke's Obstetrics and Gynecology Associates - Bethlehem
834 Eaton Avenue
Suite 101
Bethlehem, PA 18018
484-526-7474
833-814-7405

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About Me

I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Scranton and then earned my medical degree from Thomas Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia.

I completed a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology here at St. Luke's Hospital and have lived in the Lehigh Valley since 1983. I am board-certified in the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and am a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. From March 2007 until December 2015 I was Chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Easton Hospital. I'm also a member of the Pennsylvania and the Northampton County Medical Societies.

My inspiration for entering medicine was the miracle of life. I have always been amazed at how the human heart beats without rest, how we fall asleep and awake, and how we survive the journey from conception to birth. I enjoy the primary care and surgical aspects of our specialty which allow for lifelong relationships with patients and families. Other than handing a couple a healthy baby, there is nothing more rewarding than helping someone reestablish her health and overcome an illness.

I believe patients need to be heard, understood and treated in a compassionate and respectful manner. For a pregnancy, my goal is to provide a truly memorable and safe experience for the patient and her family. My interests include both low and high-risk obstetrics, minimally invasive surgery including vaginal hysterectomy and laparoscopic hysterectomy, family planning, basic infertility, cervical dysplasia and HPV, as well as health maintenance, menopause, and sexual disorders.

I have been blessed with a wonderful, understanding wife and 5 children who are now adults. I love children and hopefully, will be blessed with grandchildren in the near future. In my free time, I enjoy photography, music, movies, traveling, getting out in nature and trying to stay in shape.

 

 

 

Education

Jefferson Medical College, 1983
St. Luke's Hospital and Health Network, 1983 - 1984
St. Luke's Hospital and Health Network, 1984 - 1987

Ratings & Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions from our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of St. Luke’s University Health Network.

 

Overall Score

4.9 out of 5
188 ratings , 51 reviews

Patient Reviews

02/21/2024
All my visits with my doctors are good ... I am very fortunate.

02/19/2024
Rich has been my doctor and friend for 37 years. He is exceptional and I'm sad he is retiring.

02/03/2024
Dr.Baker is a wonderful Dr. He will be missed as he's retiring this year . He's so caring and very professional .

01/29/2024
Dr. Baker is a wonderful physician. I'm so sorry he is retiring.

01/25/2024
Excellent doctor and practice.

01/25/2024
Dr. Baker is a superb physician.

01/20/2024
Dr Baker is the most gracious doctor I have ever had. Always professional, knowledgeable, and kind. Just the best.

01/19/2024
Good visit

01/17/2024
I absolutely am very pleased with Dr. Baker. He is very familiar with my health history, and he takes his time with me. He discusses my concerns and puts my mind at ease. He is an excellent doctor.

01/15/2024
Dr Baker is always very professional and a caring doctor. He listens to your questions and answers the questions thoroughly.

01/11/2024
I have been Dr. Baker's patient for over 30 years. He has always been an exceptional physician. I have always been treated almost like a friend not just a patient. I am sorry that he is retiring, but it is a well deserved retirement.

01/05/2024
I was happy to get an appointment as soon as possible, and the doctor spent more than sufficient time with me (examining me and answering questions). I never felt rushed.

01/05/2024
Dr Baker is the only individual I have had consistently in my life for 36 years. I realized at our appt that this was the case. I'm sorry he's retiring but happy for him. I'm retired now so I'm glad he gets to spend time with his family and not work! He's a good man and a great dr. I hope new doctors learned from him. He's the only Dr that spends such time with me talking about my health and my life.

12/31/2023
My visit was a good experience

12/30/2023
Everyone at this office is super nice and so friendly .My doctor makes a not so pleasant visit one that I do not dread going to he always makes me laugh and feel comfortable, unfortunately he is retiring I will miss him so much.

12/26/2023
I have been a patient of Doctor Baker for over 30 years. My care and concern were always the MAIN thought from Dr. Baker! I really miss him!

12/16/2023
Dr. Baker is an outstanding practitioner and I've enjoyed a long and wonderful patient/doctor relationship with him. He will be missed. The resident and nurse involved in my visit on 12/13 were very efficient, thorough and friendly. Overall a great routine visit as usual. Dr. Baker referred me to another physician in the practice and I look forward to continuing care with St. Luke's.

12/10/2023
My visit with Dr. Baker was a great one!

12/07/2023
This is the second time I was seen by Dr Baker. I was saddened to learn he was retiring.

12/06/2023
As always, Dr Baker is a true gentleman and caring doctor. I am sorry he is retiring. I have been his pt since 1997. The office staff were pleasant and efficient.

11/30/2023
I have been a patient of Dr. Baker's for over 27 years. He has always treated me with the best care! He has always been professional, empathetic, Informative, courteous! He had delivered for out of my five children, and will always hold a special place in my families' hearts. He will be missed very much!!

11/30/2023
Dr. Baker is the absolute best!

11/30/2023
I know Dr. Baker is retiring. He has been a credit to his profession, and he will be missed greatly.

11/20/2023
Dr. Baker is fantastic! So happy for him that he is retiring but this is a loss for the Network.

11/12/2023
Dr. Richard Baker has been my doctor for 30 years and I will miss him when he retires. I wish him a happy and healthy retirement.

11/07/2023
Dr Baker has been amazing for the past 35 years that I have been seeing him and I wish him the very best on his retirement next year. I will certainly miss seeing him. :)

11/07/2023
Dr. Baker and Sonya are amazing. I will miss his expertise and his ability to remember specifics about me. I wish him much happiness as he retires.

11/06/2023
I have always been pleased with the service provided by St. Luke's and Dr. Baker. He is an outstanding physician who always calms me down concerning my medical issues. Thank you for outstanding service.

11/06/2023
I have been a patient of Sr Richard Baker's for about 25 years. I have been consistently pleased with his care and concern for my well-being over these 25+ . I will most definitely miss Dr. Baker when he retires next year, very sad about that!

11/02/2023
Excellent doctor and staff.

10/26/2023
Dr Richard Baker is a terrific physician. Very kind, caring, compassionate. I know he is retiring soonhe will be missed!

10/24/2023
Wonderful

10/19/2023
Overall the visit was good. First time seeing Dr.Baker and I was pleased. He was very thorough and answered all my questions

09/22/2023
Dr. Baker is a wonderful doctor and I am sad to see him go however I wish him the best in his retirement.

09/15/2023
I am very happy with all my years with Dr.Baker

09/05/2023
Dr. Baker is a wonderful doctor!!

08/25/2023
Love Dr. Baker best doctor ever!! Wonderful staff

08/21/2023
Dr. Baker and his staff are friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Although I moved to another state, I travel yearly for my visit with Dr. Baker because he knows my history and provides such excellent care.

08/18/2023
Have been a patient of Dr. Baker for nearly 50 years. Excellent physician.

08/17/2023
Dr Baker is friendly and easy to talk to. I always feel comfortable and feel that he really listens to my concerns and provides support and guidance.

08/14/2023
Great visit - friendly and helpful staff

08/12/2023
Dr Baker is awesome!, Have been seeing him for 30 years . Will miss him when he retires .

08/11/2023
Dr. Baker has always been very knowledgeable and professional, expressing concern where needed and reassuring me whenever there is nothing to be concerned about. I'm so grateful to have had him for my doctor for so many years.

07/27/2023
I have been seeing this provider for over 34 years and have always been completely satisfied with every aspect of care. I will be moving out of state and will miss this practice.

07/22/2023
Good visit

07/20/2023
Dr. Baker makes me as comfortable as possible. So sorry he is retiring. Glad he has been here all these years for me.

07/19/2023
Dr. Baker is an excellent physician. Very knowledgeable, very respectful, well informed on my medical history. Gave ample time for my appointment.

07/18/2023
Excellent doctor

06/29/2023
Visited St Luke's north for simple blood work after registering and waiting I walked out. This was my second time with a poor experience I will not use this facility again if at all possible

06/27/2023
Dr. Baker is the best and I will truly miss him when he retires next year.

06/25/2023
Doctor Baker and the staff were professional and friendly. The doctor knew my history and asked about any new problems or questions I might have. He is compassionate and offered suggestions on how I could deal with recurring problems.