Dr. Richard Baker
MBChB, MRCS (Ed), MD, FRCS
Plastic Surgeon
25 years of experience
Abu Dhabi
4 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr. Nicholas Marsden
25 years of experience
Abu Dhabi
4 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr. Nicholas Marsden
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About Dr. Richard Baker
Dr Richard Baker is a UK-trained Consultant Plastic Surgeon based at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi. He is dedicated to providing a modern, evidence-based, and patient-centred practice. He specialises in hand and wrist surgery, the correction of abnormalities in children, reconstructive surgery including free tissue transfer, skin lesion removal, body contouring (removal of excess skin after weight loss), breast surgery and cosmetic surgery.
Dr Baker gained his medical degree from Cambridge University in 2000 before undertaking plastic surgery training at some of London's most prestigious units, including Chelsea and Westminster, Mount Vernon, the Royal Free, and Queen Victoria. He gained his fellowship in plastic surgery with the Royal College of Surgeons in 2012 and went on to complete advanced fellowships in Reconstructive Cosmetic Surgery and Hand and Wrist Surgery, earning his European Diploma of Hand Surgery in 2014.
During his training, Mr Baker spent time at renowned institutions such as the E'Da Hospital in Taiwan, the Kleinert Institute in Louisville, and Santander in Spain. He has also conducted research into ways to reduce skin scarring and has published numerous articles in the field of plastic surgery. Additionally, he has authored a number of books and book chapters.
Dr Baker became a Consultant in the UK at Wexham Park Hospital in 2015. As well as his NHS public practice, he had a successful private practice in Windsor and London focusing on cosmetic surgery. He moved with his family to Abu Dhabi in 2023 and joined Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City. In his free time he likes to spend time with his family at the beach club, play racquet sports (loves Padel), rowing, reading, art and learning Arabic.
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Registered with
Department of Health Abu Dhabi
No. 41888
Qualifications
Royal College of Surgeons Certification in Cosmetic Surgery 2022
European Diploma In Hand Surgery 2014
FRCS(Plast) 1 & 2 September 2012
M.D. (Res) (Univeristy of London) September 2008
M.R.C.S. (Edinburgh) May 2004
M.A. (Cambridge University) June 2001
M.B, B.Chir (Cambridge University) December 2000
B.A. Biological Anthropology (Cambridge University) 1998
Languages spoken
- English
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- Follow-up appointment: AED 0
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- Allianz (Orient Insurance PJSC)
- Metlife
- Al Sagr National Insurance Co.
- Al Buhaira national insurance co
- Arabia insurance
- Salama
- GIG Gulf Insurance
- NGI
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- Inayah TPA
- Expacare
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- CIGNA International
- Noor Takaful
- Bupa
- Liva Insurance
- AXA PP
- Watania
- FMC
- Aetna (Al Ain Ahlia Insurance)
- HTH world wide / Geo blue
- Adnic
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- NAS
- Healix international
- Mednet
- Bupa international
- Enaya Insurance Mednet
- Prestige international
- Adnic
- Almadallah
- MSH International
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Dr. Richard Baker is clear and professional with patients. He skillfully performs hand surgery for issues such as carpal tunnel or broken bones. Patients also receive cosmetic care, like tummy tucks, with good results and fast recovery. His practice mainly focuses on hand conditions and cosmetic plastic surgery.
Very professional visits and surgery. No issue at all. Great asset!!
Everything was clearly explained. Excellent service and treatment!
Dr.Richard Henry is good doctor and good treatment and good human being
The best doctor in my surgery this isnt my first surgery i had one in my other finger with another doctor but this doctor made the surgery go very smoothly after a little long short period while I could actually bend my fingers unlike the other doctor I couldn’t very easily. It was the most amazing procedure I have ever done without any complaints. The doctor is very good at what he specialize in and this surgery was actually great. I did not suffer any negative effects and all I wanna say is this is the best doctor ever and I appreciate his work and thank you so much doctor.
Thank you so much for the excellent care you provided throughout my surgery and recovery. Your skill, professionalism, and attention to detail truly made a difference and gave me great confidence. I am very grateful for the time you took to explain everything clearly and patiently. It is rare to find a doctor who is not only highly skilled but also genuinely caring. I feel extremely fortunate to have been under your care.
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Dr. Richard Baker's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 97 reviews.
What languages does Dr. Richard Baker speak?
Dr. Richard Baker speaks English
Where is Dr. Richard Baker located?
Dr. Richard Baker primarily practices at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, located at Po Box 11001, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Dr. Richard Baker is working Monday (09:00 - 17:00), Tuesday (09:00 - 17:00)
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