Dr. Champ L. Baker III, M.D. earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Baker completed a sports medicine fellowship at the Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Baker board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. His specialties include arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine with a special interest in cartilage restoration.
Dr. Champ L. Baker III, M.D. earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Baker completed a sports medicine fellowship at the Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Baker board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. His specialties include arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine with a special interest in cartilage restoration.
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Great Doctor
(2 days ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Baker did a great job
(2 days ago)
Jan-2026
Pleasant, appropriate exam, clear recommendations. Professional appearance
(4 days ago)
Jan-2026
Very through and caring
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Best Orthopedic Surgeon I have used.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Just that good
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Very personable, and couldn't have chosen a better surgeon for my shoulder surgery, everything went 100x better than I was led to believe by other people whom had Rotator cuff surgery by other surgeons..
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
I love Dr Baker he has never failed to help me every single time I've asked for help. He did my rotator cuff surgery and bilateral hip last year. He and his nurse Ms Gina are the sweetest most amazing people you will ever have taking care of you. I love and appreciate you both more than you will ever know. You've made my life easier I would never repay either of you.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
My family has entrusted all of our orthopedic care and surgeries to Dr Baker. He is the best
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Wish I could rate higher than 5 stars. Great Doctor, the best!!
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
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GOC - LaGrange
107 Calumet Center Rd LaGrange, GA 30240
GOC - Columbus
6262 Veterans Parkway Columbus, GA 31909
HMG - Surgery Center
6262 Veterans Parkway Unit B Columbus, GA 31909
AOC - Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
4401 River Chase Drive Phenix City, AL 36867
Dr. Champ L. Baker III, M.D. earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta before going on to complete his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Prior to joining the Hughston Clinic, Dr. Baker completed a sports medicine fellowship at the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago and worked on the medical staff of the Chicago Bulls, Chicago White Sox, and Depaul University. Dr. Baker was granted the Certificate of added Qualification in Sports Medicine in 2012 by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and re-certified in 2019. He is currently the head team physician for the Central High School Red Devils in Phenix City, AL, Pacelli High School Vikings in Columbus, GA, and the head team physician for the Columbus State University Cougars.
Dr. Baker is a member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. His specialties include arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine with a special interest in cartilage restoration.
Dr. Baker’s Specialties Include: - Cartilage Restoration - Sports Medicine - Arthroscopic Surgery
Great Doctor
Dr Baker did a great job
Pleasant, appropriate exam, clear recommendations. Professional appearance
Very through and caring
Best Orthopedic Surgeon I have used.
Just that good
Very personable, and couldn't have chosen a better surgeon for my shoulder surgery, everything went 100x better than I was led to believe by other people whom had Rotator cuff surgery by other surgeons..
I love Dr Baker he has never failed to help me every single time I've asked for help. He did my rotator cuff surgery and bilateral hip last year. He and his nurse Ms Gina are the sweetest most amazing people you will ever have taking care of you. I love and appreciate you both more than you will ever know. You've made my life easier I would never repay either of you.
My family has entrusted all of our orthopedic care and surgeries to Dr Baker. He is the best
Wish I could rate higher than 5 stars. Great Doctor, the best!!