Dr. Baker’s time as a cardiologist at Carson Tahoe Health has been marked by his leadership roles, shaping healthcare in the community. As medical director of Carson Tahoe Medical Group, he ensured high-quality care and guided the organization’s growth. Serving as chief of cardiology, he led the department collaboratively, enhancing patient outcomes. Beyond clinical roles, Dr. Baker served as an adjunct professor at the University of Nevada in Reno, shaping future healthcare professionals. In 2023, he assumed the role of chief medical officer, streamlining services and adding 23 providers, showcasing strategic vision. His career embodies a commitment to excellence, patient care, and community engagement, leaving a lasting impact on Carson Tahoe.
Becker's Recognition
David Baker, MDhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2024 Winner

Executives
Hospital and Health System CMOs to Know
The physician leaders highlighted by this list champion patient safety, uphold rigorous quality standards, act as liaisons between leadership teams and medical staff, manage risk, and much more. These CMOs are drivers of continuous improvement, and their efforts have helped garner numerous quality and safety accolades for their respective organizations.
2025 Winner

2024 Winner

Executives
Hospital and Health System CMOs to Know
The physician leaders highlighted by this list champion patient safety, uphold rigorous quality standards, act as liaisons between leadership teams and medical staff, manage risk, and much more. These CMOs are drivers of continuous improvement, and their efforts have helped garner numerous quality and safety accolades for their respective organizations.
2026 Winner

Executives
252 Hospital and Health System Chief Medical Officers to Know
Becker’s Healthcare is proud to recognize exceptional chief medical officers serving hospitals and health systems nationwide.
These physician executives are instrumental in elevating patient safety, upholding rigorous quality standards, strengthening collaboration between executive leadership and medical staff, and guiding risk management efforts.
As champions of clinical excellence and continuous improvement, their leadership has helped their organizations achieve distinguished quality and safety recognitions.
