Dr. Baker first decided he wanted to be a veterinarian when he was 15. His older brother was a veterinarian and was a great influence on his decision to pursue veterinary medicine as a career. After graduation from high school, he attended UNLV obtaining a Bachelor of Science in animal biology. From there, he went to Colorado State University where he graduated in 1987. After three years of private practice in Las Vegas, he returned to Colorado State to do a post-doctoral fellowship in the intensive care unit for four years. During that time, he was involved in clinical research studying the effects of diet in naturally occurring disease processes. 

Dr. Baker started working at Baring Boulevard Animal Hospital in 1993 and has been here ever since. Dr. Baker is a co-medical director here at VCA Baring. He has a special interest in oncology, ultrasound diagnostics, and laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Baker also enjoys mentoring the newer doctors at the practice.

Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his kids, girlfriend and pets. Dr. Baker has three dogs: Fitz, Baily and Sprite. He also has a cat named Rainbow. If the weather is nice, you'll most likely find him outside as he enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, and exploring the American west. He also enjoys live music.