Dr. Sheila Denise Baker M.D.
Family Practitioner
600 Lincoln Ave Eastern Illinois Uni Charleston IL, 61920About
Dr. Sheila Baker is a family practitioner practicing in Charleston, IL. Dr. Baker specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Baker possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In 1987
Indiana University School of Medicine 1987
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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