Orthopedics, Hip Replacement, Knee Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Columbus, Phenix City, LaGrange
Most recent review: 5 days ago
New
4.9
599 Ratings
236 Comments
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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Fast, efficient and thorough! Very pleased with the attention and care of the staff ahead of my visit with Dr Baker.
(5 days ago)
Jul-2026
Wonderful service fast and prompt very good service
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Professional and courteous. Listened carefully. Did appropriate physical exam. Explained possible diagnoses and offered options for further evaluation and treatment.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Baker explains the process and procedures very clearly.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Baker has been an excellent partner in regaining my shoulder function. He has had honest conversations with me about how it’s doing, seems invested in my recovery, and gives me practical information and advice.i appreciate his candor and concern.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
I saw Leatherwood. I appreciate the explanation he gave me about the problem that I am having with my knee .
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Great visit I didn’t see Dr Baker but one of his colleagues and he was very informative and courteous!
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
I always feel better after my visits with Dr Baker. He performed surgery on my knee and feels great.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Baker was professional and listened to my concerns.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Great dr! Listened to my concerns and made them feel validated.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
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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
Fast, efficient and thorough! Very pleased with the attention and care of the staff ahead of my visit with Dr Baker.
Wonderful service fast and prompt very good service
Professional and courteous. Listened carefully. Did appropriate physical exam. Explained possible diagnoses and offered options for further evaluation and treatment.
Dr Baker explains the process and procedures very clearly.
Dr Baker has been an excellent partner in regaining my shoulder function. He has had honest conversations with me about how it’s doing, seems invested in my recovery, and gives me practical information and advice.i appreciate his candor and concern.
I saw Leatherwood. I appreciate the explanation he gave me about the problem that I am having with my knee .
Great visit I didn’t see Dr Baker but one of his colleagues and he was very informative and courteous!
I always feel better after my visits with Dr Baker. He performed surgery on my knee and feels great.
Dr Baker was professional and listened to my concerns.
Great dr! Listened to my concerns and made them feel validated.