
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Alan Baer
Professional Titles
- Director, Jerome Greene Sjogren's Syndrome Clinic
- Associate Investigator, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health
Primary Academic Title
Professor of Medicine
Background
Dr. Alan Baer graduated from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1978 and completed his post-graduate medical training in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology at the Johns Hopkins and Vanderbilt University Hospitals. He was a faculty member at the University at Buffalo, State University of New York, from 1986 to 2007, and served there as Chief of the Section of Rheumatology and Fellowship Program Director.
He joined the faculty at Johns Hopkins in 2007 and is currently Professor of Medicine and Director of the Jerome L. Greene Sjogren's Syndrome Center. Since 2015, he has been an Investigator in the Sjogren's Syndrome Clinic at the National Institutes of Health. He was Chief of Rheumatology and Clinical Director of the Johns Hopkins University Rheumatology Practice at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland from 2007 to 2014.
Dr. Baer is currently engaged in a number of research studies in the area of Sjogren's syndrome, both at Johns Hopkins and in the NIH Sjogren's Syndrome Clinic. He was the principal investigator of the NIH subcontract to Johns Hopkins to conduct the Sjogren's International Registry (SICCA) and enrolled 300 patients into the registry. The SICCA registry has been a rich source of clinical data and biospecimens for research that Dr. Baer is conducting with colleagues at both Hopkins and the University of California-San Francisco. He is conducting a longitudinal observational study of patients with Sjogren's syndrome.
Centers and Institutes
Contact for Research Inquiries
5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle
JHAAC, Room 1B.7
Baltimore, MD 21224
Research Interests
Sjogren's Syndrome
Lab Website
Alan Baer Lab - Lab Website
- Research in the Alan Baer Lab focuses on Sjogren's syndrome. Previously, we conducted the Sjogren's International Registry (SICCA), enrolling 300 patients and creating a valuable source of clinical data and biospecimens for research we're conducting with colleagues at Johns Hopkins and the University of California-San Francisco. Currently, we're conducting a longitudinal observational study of patients with Sjogren's syndrome. We're also collaborating with Dr. Ben Larman in the Department of Pathology, using phage immuno-precipation sequencing to work on a characterization of the complete autoantibody repertoire in Sjogren's syndrome patients.
Research Summary
Dr. Baer has been the Director of the Jerome L. Greene Sjögren’s Syndrome Center at Johns Hopkins since its inception in July 2009. This multidisciplinary center brings together the expertise of rheumatologists, ophthalmologists, an otolaryngologist, neurologists, and gynecologists in the evaluation and management of patients with suspected or established Sjögren’s syndrome. Dr. Baer was the PI of the NIH subcontract to Johns Hopkins to serve as a site for the Sjögren’s International Registry (SICCA). Since 2015, he has also been serving as an Associate Investigator in the Sjögren's Syndrome Clinic at NIH/NIDCR. In 2018, he co-hosted the 14th International Sjögren's Symposium in Washington, DC and secured NIH grant support for this conference. He is currently Chair of the Medical and Scientific Advisory Board to the Sjögren's Foundation. His research has involved cross-sectional and longitudinal analyses of the Hopkins, SICCA, and NIH Sjögren's cohorts, conduct of clinical trials, and collaborating with basic research groups on novel biomarker development.
Honors
- Phi Beta Kappa
- Alpha Omega Alpha
- Omicron Delta Kappa
- Henry Strong Denison Research Award, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
- Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine (Rheumatology), 1/1/84
- Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine, 1/1/81
- Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners, 1/1/79
Memberships
- American College of Physicians, Fellow
- American College of Rheumatology,
Master
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- 4940 Eastern Avenue, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 5, Baltimore, MD 21224
- phone: 443-997-1552
- fax: 410-550-1033
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- 5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle, Floor 1, Baltimore, MD 21224
- phone: 443-997-1552
- fax: 410-550-1033
Expertise
Education
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Fellowship, Rheumatology, 1983Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Residency, Internal Medicine, 1981Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 1978Board Certifications
Rheumatology
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1984Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1981Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
114 ratings, 57 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2025
Awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2025
Dr Baer is a special doctor full of genuine empathy, knowledge and problem solving skills. He is one of the kindest, caring doctors I have ever met. Every visit I have ever had with Dr Baer results in a good outcome!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2025
Thorough, thoughtful, knowledgable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Dr. Baer is an expert and I appreciate the care and thought he and his fellow put into my case.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2025
Dr Baer is a great doctor. He always gets back to me if I need him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2025
Dr. Baer is unusually exceptional! Dr. Baer.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
A good listener. An excellent examination.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
I appreciate his attention and whole person care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2024
Dr. Alan Baer is the best, listens so well, lovely bedside manner, thorough, knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2024
Excellent provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
Very complete and through. Friendly demeanor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
Dr. Baer is exceptional. I trust his opinion and care for my RA issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Dr Alan Baer was very thorough and wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2024
One of my favorite providers. Very attentive to my needs and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2024
Thoughtful, good bedside manners, excellent clinician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2024
Dr.Baer is an exceptional doctor. He knows my condition well and is always providing me with the best care! I would not go to anyone else.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
He is always very clear about my condition. He explains what he is doing, why it is necessary and recommends things I can do to lighten any pains. He is one that I trust.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
I was impressed by the time Dr. Baer spent with me, the quick follow-up he provided, his respect for me as a patient, and his level of expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2024
ALWAYS though, professional and concerned for the patient wanting to provide the best care possible. Always on time and always listens and hears what you are saying. It would be impossible to find a doctor as though and knowledgeable as Dr. Baer. Very polite and respectful to his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
Dr Baer is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
I love my provider he so welcoming and listening to all my concerns him and the office also sent a sympathy card my my boyfriend passed away in may they are the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
Dr. Baer has always been and continues to be thorough, caring, concerned and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
Dr. Baer is kind, compassionate and patient. I live two hours away in another state but I wouldn't see anyone else!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2024
Your personnel were professional and courteous in all respects. It was a first visit for my spouse and me, and we came away favorably impressed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2024
Very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Very knowledgeable and kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Dr Baer is a very kind and easy to talk to Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Best Doctor and Saff love them always makes me comfortable when I come to Doctor Baer's office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Dr.Baer is a awesome doctor to me, he has always made sure that my situation was handled first hand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
I love Dr Baer and worry that he may have to retire someday. I have the utmost confidence in his expertise, advice, knowledge and empathy. Overall amazing doctor for me since 2009.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
Incredible physician. Brilliant and empathetic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
Very proficient and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
My provider is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
In my experience with the care I have received over the years other than Dr. Baer there is no comparison. He is the very best. I travel from north of Pittsburgh to receive care from Dr. Baer.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Dr. Baer is a great listener and always responds in a kind, helpful way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2024
I really had a great experience and the doctor took plenty of time with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2024
Dr. Baer is one of the best physicians in the world. Always professional, kind and caring with best bedside manner. He takes time to discuss every aspect of my health even if it is not his specialty. His knowledge and clinical care are exceptional. Once in the exam room, he makes every second on my care, asking questions and answering my questions. No one compares him in clinical care, compassion and depth of knowledge. He listens very patiently and does thorough evaluation and provides best care. .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2024
Excellent provider who follows through and follows up with care. I drive 15 hours to see him and will continue to travel to see him. His care and concern greatly improved my quality of life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Dr Baer is extremely knowledgeable, patient, and caring. He takes the time to listen and does his best to provide meaningful solutions that include patient input.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2024
Dr. Baer has managed my Sjogren and arthritis care for more than 20 years. Over the years I have come to trust and rely on him almost as my primary care physician since Sjogren's is my primary health issue. I value the extensive time he spends with me during my annual check up . He reviews any medical procedures and tests I've had during the year and answers all the questions I have that other doctors seem to gloss over. He is one of the few doctors that actually do a manual exam which is very reassuring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2024
I appreciate Dr Baer taking the time to evaluate and treat the problem I was having with my knee and hip. He was very thorough, and I didnt feel like I was being rushed out of the office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2024
Extremely caring, patient and competent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
Very thorough and thoughtful. Answers all my questions and concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Dr. Baer is excellent, brilliant, compassionate. Understandable and kind. Thank you Dr. Baer and Hopkins.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Dr Baer is a great doc
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
I could not have asked for better care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2024
Overall good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2024
Dr Baer is very good, easy to talk with and attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Dr. Baer is very knowledgeable about the issues I have.. He is very caring and always answers, any concerns I have About my health. When I need refills on medications, he always refills them, in a timely manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Dr. Baer is very kind and compassionate. He has the highest respect for his patients and helps them in decisions for their plan of care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
He was very knowledgeable of my condition. He went out of his way to have another health provider assist me with my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
Dr. Baer was the only doctor, of all the rheumatologists I've seen, to really listen to me. He asked me lots of questions and pieced together what was going on with me. I didn't feel rushed and I appreciated his level of knowledge and concern.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2024
Great Doctor
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2024
Dr Baer is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2024
Dr. Baer is an exceptional physician and human being! He is knowledgeable, professional and responsive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2024
As a national Sjogren's expert, I feel very fortunate to receive his care and attention. Dr. Baer has excellent bedside manner combined with compassion and expertise.