about us

Solving technical problems has always interested Dr. Bakeer. When he was a child, he built models of cars. Following his father’s footsteps, he pursued engineering; he received a B.S. in biomedical engineering and an M.S. in neuroscience from Tulane University in New Orleans. During that time, he also worked for the Army Corps of Engineers in New Orleans. However, his love for medicine remained.

He earned his medical degree from LSU Health and Sciences Center while working at a student-run homeless clinic. At the clinic, he provided healthcare to the underserved New Orleans community. He then completed his general surgery residency at LSU Health and Sciences Center. “Following up with patients and watching them improve is very rewarding,” he said.

He is a member of the Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, and the American Medical Association. Dr. Bakeer enjoys spending time with his wife, Monroe native Ellie Jackson, traveling, and playing basketball in his free time.