4.1
25 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Champ Baker, Jr., received his undergraduate and medical degrees from Louisiana State University. He completed his residency through Letterman Army Medical Center and Shriners Hospital for Children in addition to a sports medicine fellowship at the Hughston Foundation.
Dr. Baker is Chairman of the Board of the Hughston Foundation and served as president of the Hughston Clinic from 1994 until 2000.
Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Baker has been active in many professional societies. He has also served as the team physician for numerous local and regional athletic teams, and is currently the team physician for Columbus State University.
Dr. Baker’s specialties include sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery. He was the recent recipient of two prestigious awards in orthopaedics, the Robert E. Leach, M.D., "Mr. Sports Medicine" Award and the George D. Rovere, M.D., Award.
Dr. Baker is Chairman of the Board of the Hughston Foundation and served as president of the Hughston Clinic from 1994 until 2000.
Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Baker has been active in many professional societies. He has also served as the team physician for numerous local and regional athletic teams, and is currently the team physician for Columbus State University.
Dr. Baker’s specialties include sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery. He was the recent recipient of two prestigious awards in orthopaedics, the Robert E. Leach, M.D., "Mr. Sports Medicine" Award and the George D. Rovere, M.D., Award.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 54 years of experience
- 15 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- United States Army Medical Center
- 4 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 18 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 8 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Champ Leroy Baker has 8 locationsHughston Surgical Center
6262 Veterans PkwyColumbus, GA 31909 Tel: (706) 494-3434
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Hughston Clinic Lagrange
107 Calumet Center RdLagrange, GA 30241 Tel: (706) 884-3274
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Mercymed Of Columbus Inc
3702 2nd AveColumbus, GA 31904 Tel: (706) 507-9209
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Sports Medicine | Sports Medicine | Sports Medicine | Sports Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 54 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Columbus , GA | Middletown , NJ | Westfield , NJ | Lagrange , GA |
| Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: St Christopher Iba Mar Diop College Of Medicine | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Champ Leroy Baker
Medical Specialties
Dr. Champ Leroy Baker has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Champ Leroy Baker has the following 18 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
54 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at United States Army Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1972.
NPI Number
Dr. Baker's NPI number is 1417999582.
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- Dr. Champ Baker's office is located at 6262 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA, 31909.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Champ Baker affiliated with?
- Dr. Champ Baker is affiliated with Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside.
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