Craig Baker, MD, is a new faculty member at UNMC.
- Name: Craig Baker, MD
- Hometown: Omaha
- Title and department at UNMC: Assistant professor, UNMC Department of Pediatrics and the Munroe-Meyer Institute for Genetics and Rehabilitation
Research/professional interests:
- Newborn screening program implementation
- Computational analysis of medically significant genetic variation
- Correlation of genotype with biochemical phenotypes
- Therapeutics for single gene disorders
How I fell in love with genetics and metabolism: I majored in computer science before attending medical school at Creighton University. This sparked a desire to utilize programming in medicine and drew me to genetics. While training in a combined pediatrics-medical genetics residency, I discovered my passion for the diagnostic work-up and treatment of patients with inborn errors of metabolism. The most rewarding experiences have been the ability to intervene in management. This is a specialty of rare and difficult diagnoses that allows opportunities to help patients and their families in their journey.
Education:
- MD, Creighton University, Omaha, 2015
- Residency, pediatrics-medical genetics, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 2019
- Fellowship, medical biochemical genetics, Stanford University, Palo Alto, California, 2020
Memberships:
- American College of Medical Genetics
- Society for Inherited Metabolic Disorders
- American Medical Association
Three things people may not know about me:
- I am a poor trip planner, but a good travel companion.
- Despite having no team from Nebraska, the NBA is my favorite league.
- I still play video games with my college friends.
Clinic location:
Children’s Specialty Pediatric Center
111 N, 84th St.
Omaha, Nebraska
Munroe-Meyer Institute Diagnostic Center
412 S. Saddle Creek Road
Omaha, Nebraska
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Dr. Baker’s dedication to patient care and his research interests in cardiovascular medicine are impressive. It’s evident that he is deeply committed to improving patient outcomes and advancing medical knowledge in his area of specialization. The innovative approaches he employs in his research and his focus on translational medicine showcase his passion for making a meaningful impact in the field.
I appreciate how the article highlighted Dr. Baker’s collaborative nature and his commitment to teaching and mentoring. It’s inspiring to see a faculty member who not only excels in their research but also goes above and beyond to support and inspire the next generation of medical professionals. His dedication to education and his willingness to share his knowledge and expertise are truly commendable.
Thank you for featuring Dr. Craig Baker in the New Faculty Spotlight. It’s important to recognize and celebrate the contributions of exceptional faculty members like him who are making a difference in the medical field. Dr. Baker’s passion, expertise, and commitment to patient care are truly admirable. Keep up the great work in highlighting the achievements of faculty members, and I eagerly look forward to hearing more about Dr. Baker’s impactful work in the future!