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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I feel truly blessed to have him as my doctor. He is professional, respectful, and takes the time to listen.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Dr Baker provided percise information on what the issue is with my knee and the next steps to fix it.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Baker was incredibly professional, compassionate, and took the time to explain everything thoroughly. I felt well cared for and highly recommend him.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Kindness to feelings and helpful to answering questions. Recommend him always.
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Baker is the best !
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Very pleasant, listened to me.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
I received outstanding care on the repair of my right shoulder and bicep tendon. Previously Dr Baker repaired my left knee with great results. I will refer everyone I know to consult Dr Baker for their orthopedic needs.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Baker is a wonderful doctor. He is so very patient. He is the best Orthopaedic doctor in Columbus. I’m very pleased with his service.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Very knowledgeable,also very polite.He took his time explaining what was going on with my knee.Very Professional
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Very thorough!
(1 month ago)
Feb-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
I feel truly blessed to have him as my doctor. He is professional, respectful, and takes the time to listen.
Dr Baker provided percise information on what the issue is with my knee and the next steps to fix it.
Dr. Baker was incredibly professional, compassionate, and took the time to explain everything thoroughly. I felt well cared for and highly recommend him.
Kindness to feelings and helpful to answering questions. Recommend him always.
Dr Baker is the best !
Very pleasant, listened to me.
I received outstanding care on the repair of my right shoulder and bicep tendon. Previously Dr Baker repaired my left knee with great results. I will refer everyone I know to consult Dr Baker for their orthopedic needs.
Dr. Baker is a wonderful doctor. He is so very patient. He is the best Orthopaedic doctor in Columbus. I’m very pleased with his service.
Very knowledgeable,also very polite.He took his time explaining what was going on with my knee.Very Professional
Very thorough!