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Dr. Catherine Baker, DO

Dr. Catherine Baker, DO

Breast Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Catherine Baker, DO is a breast surgery specialist in Gig Harbor, WA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from KS University OF MED & BIOSCI College OF OSTEO MED in 2005. She is affiliated with medical facilities Sutter Roseville Medical Center and St. Anthony Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Locations

Franciscan Medical Clinic - West Seattle

Franciscan Vascular Associates at St. Anthony11511 Canterwood Blvd Ste 210 Gig Harbor, WA 98332
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New Patient?
(253) 366-5859
Breast Surgical Oncology8 Medical Plaza Dr Roseville, CA 95661
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New Patient?
(253) 366-5859

CHE Behavioral Health Services

General Surgery1 Boone Rd # 41 Bremerton, WA 98312
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New Patient?
(253) 366-5859

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Baker is affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital Gig Harbor, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Baker specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Baker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Baker

4.4
13 ratings, 11 with a written review
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The best of the best
Dr. Baker is an excellent surgeon, extremely knowledgeable and informative, kind and takes time as needed with you as a patent to be certain you understand your diagnosis, surgery and follow up care. She is very skilled as a surgeon leaving me with a "beautiful scar". I can't say enough good things about her. I am very grateful to have found her and to be in her care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Carole Wyand – Aug 06, 2022
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I found Dr. Baker to be kind, compassionate and a very able surgeon. Others I know who have used her services also highly praised her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Lou Mauk in Gig Harbor, WA – Apr 11, 2018
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I am a 35-year (and counting) survivor of breast cancer. I was diagnosed with an intraductal papilloma in my left breast. I selected Dr. Baker because she specialized in breast surgery, lymph node and lymphedema evaluation since I had 26 lymph nodes removed resulting in lymphedema. She was the perfect surgeon for me! She did a thorough review of my medical history, discussed options and outcomes, and listened to me what I wanted and why. I am so grateful and absolutely recommend her!!!
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Deborah Zak in Allyn, WA – Apr 05, 2018
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I was very pleased with the efficiency of the office staff in scheduling a consult and upcoming surgery in a reasonable time (during the busy holiday season) to allay my anxiety over a new breast diagnosis. Dr Baker is very personable, takes time with her patients, gives good explanations and options for treatment. She was very positive and encouraging. My post op visit was arranged to accommodate my travel schedule. I would recommend her to anyone I know who might need surgical intervention.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Puyallup WA – Feb 02, 2018
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Dr Baker performed emergency surgery on me and saved my life. As a surgeon, she has excellent diagnostic and surgical skills. I was in the CCU for 7 days following surgery, and received continuing great care. She is very personable and I recommend her at the highest level.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Loren White – Jan 14, 2018
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Did not seem interested in listening to my issue (lump) rarely looked up at me, more interested in pushing a procedure I did not ask for (bariatric) stating my weight will probably kill me before my lump
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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palm bay – Jan 11, 2018
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Excellent physician, explained in detail what the surgery involved. Wonderful communication skills and true caring for her patient. Clearly loves helping folks feel better!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sylvia Haase in Vaughn, WA 98394 – Dec 20, 2017
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Dr. Baker is professional, knowledgeable and is also very pleasant. All aspects of my surgery were just excellent.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Paul S in Lakebay, WA – Dec 01, 2016
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Dr. Baker is a wonderful Doctor. She is very compassionate and truly cared about my wellbeing.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jody in Port Orchard, WA – Oct 23, 2016
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I saw Dr. Baker for a sudden and horrifyingly painful cyst I developed on my tailbone. She was thorough in her explanation of the condition and the surgery I needed to have to get the cyst removed. Her bedside manner was awesome and she seemed genuinely concerned about me as a whole person, not just as a weird medical anomaly. I'd recommend her to anyone needing a surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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cmatt1a in Puyallup, WA – Aug 18, 2016
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Horrible bed side manor. Batched a simple surgery twice and refused to help afterward. Treated me as if I were a drug addict and failed the first time with surgery. If you want to be treated poorly and keep getting asked to make more appointments so that the doc can line their pockets you may want to see her. Otherwise, look for a surgeon that gives a care about their patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Tor in Gig Harbor – Jun 21, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I want you to be treated the way I want my family to be treated.  I want to help you get back to your best health!

biography

Fellow of American College of Surgeons

Member of American Society of Breast Surgeons
  • Breast Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • Greenville Hospital Sys University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2010
  • Greenville Hospital Sys University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2006
  • Ks University Of Med & Biosci College Of Osteo Med

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Anthony Hospital

    11567 Canterwood Blvd
    Gig Harbor, WA 98332
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    11% higher than the national average

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  • Sutter Roseville Medical Center

    1 Medical Plaza Dr
    Roseville, CA 95661
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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