Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleEducation & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, 2021
- Residency: Maine Medical Center, 2020
- Medical Education: Tufts University School of Medicine, 2015
- Undergraduate: Colby College, 2011
Board Certifications
- General Surgery: American Board of Surgery, 2022
Research & Publications
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As of 2025-11-02, Dr. Baier has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
190 ratings, 48 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2026
Dr. Kevin Beair is an awesome doctor. Couldn''t ask for anyone better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Provider excellent communication skills. Patient, attentive and answered all questions clearly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
Dr Baier is a very knowledgeable doctor, and he listened to me and he answered all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2026
Dr. Baier also Included my spouse in our conversations about my health & care with hernia.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2026
Amazing doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2026
I feel very confident with this staff.And with my doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2026
The staff and Doctor are amazing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Dr Baier and his Staff are wonderful and very caring people. They really care about their patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Dr Baier was easy to get an appointment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
I would recommend Dr Baier to all my friends and family if they needed a General Surgeon. Great Doctor and very good at what he does
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Dr. Kevin Bauer, his staff in his office, and in the surgery crew were very professional and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr Baier is an excellent doctor. As a retired Nurse Practitioner I am very impressed by his professionalism as well as his ability to instill confidence in a plan of care while respecting the patients questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
Dr. Baiier is an exceptional care provider. He went to great lengths to explain what was going to happened and spent time listening to my concerns.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Just a wonderful doctor felt at ease with him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Always have a great service with the doctors and nurses listening to all my issues. And very helpful in concerning for what was going on with my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
My doctor was excellent, he did not rush me, and he took the time to go over my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Dr. Baier is an excellent general surgeon. The surgery and followup were both top notch.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Dr. Baier Is an absolute gem. So kind and loving. He's a true angel.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
I would definitely recommend Dr. Baier to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
The surgeons explanation of how the surgery was done was very easy to understand and put our minds at ease. Doctor is very personable and knowledgeable. We appreciate his ability and his willingness to listen to our concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
If given the opportunity to, I would definitely recommend my provider to others
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Dr. Baier is one of the most friendly, professional, and personable doctors I would recommend him to anyone. He does great work and is an excellent communicator. 10/10
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
Dr. Baier patiently answered my questions and explained the ct scan results very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
We loved dr Bauer. No one impressed my husband but he did
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Dr Baier is the best representative the Clinic could ever have. Brilliant and bursting with personality.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
He is the best and most caring Doctor I have ever had
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Highly impressed with Dr. Bauer-professional, smart, clear, honest and respectful. Outstanding!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Doctor baire and his team were top notch
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
I had a difficult surgery and a couple issues post op and Dr. Baier and his team were fantastic! On top of everything and kept me in the loop throughout. Listened to all my concerns!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
I feel so confident in Dr Baier's ability. He has excellent bedside manner. I am so impressed with him listening to me and my concerns and explained everything so well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
I had excellent care with Dr. Baier and all the staff at Cleveland Clinic when I was hospitalized.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
I have no problems with Dr. Baier
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Dr Baier is amazing and very caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Dr. Baier was phenomenal through the entire process
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Dr. Baier is my super hero. He is the best. I am so glad I was sent to Cleveland. He really cares about his patients, he does not rush you, he really listen to you. He showed me so much compassion and kindness. I was really I was really scared about the surgery, but Dr. Baier put my mind at ease. Would recommend him to everyone. I came for South Bend IN. And it was so worth it. I can not thank him enough. Cleveland you are lucky to have such a wonderful kind caring surgeon. Thank you Dr. Baier you are my Superman.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Dr Baier was fabulous! As a healthcare provider I can be very critical of other providers/- Dr Baier is the most caring, supportive and clinically outstanding provider that I have encountered in many years. He is an extraordinary caregiver I will highly recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Visit turned out better than expected. The Dr was very informative and took a long time to explain the procedure he will be performing. He made me very at ease about my situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Doctor Kevin Baier & his practice are the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Dr. Baeir so professional, knowledgeable, compassionate about his work and his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Dr Baird is the ultimate professional!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Dr Baier is the best Surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Dr Bauer and his team met with me prior to my surgery & made sure they all knew the plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Dr Baier is an excellent physician; he is very knowledgeable and super empathetic. I would recommend him 10/10 to anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Dr Baier was very professiona, had amazing bedside manner, explained everything & made me feel confident in him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
I had an excellent and informative visit with Dr Baier
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
I had good results with my Doctors
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Dr. Baier spent time with me discussing my hernia and explaining my case. His knowledge and patience caused me to have great confidence in him. I felt that I and my case are important to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
I was referred to Dr Baier by my gastroenterologist so I was seen very quickly. He comes very highly recommended and is very professional but very easy to talk to. He answered all my questions and addressed all my concerns.