James F. Baker, M.D.
Areas of Interest
Complex Revision Surgery for the Treatment of Failed Total Joint Replacements | Infections Involving Total Joints | Periprosthetic Fractures | Primary Hip and Knee Replacements
Primary Practice Location
UofL Physicians – Orthopedics
UofL Health – Rudd Center
201 Abraham Flexner Way, Suite 100
Louisville, KY 40202
502-587-8222 Get Directions
UofL Health – Rudd Center
201 Abraham Flexner Way, Suite 100
Louisville, KY 40202
502-587-8222 Get Directions
Education & Training
BS
University of Pikeville | Pikeville | 2011
University of Pikeville | Pikeville | 2011
MD
University of Louisville School of Medicine | Louisville | 2016
University of Louisville School of Medicine | Louisville | 2016
Residency
University of Louisville School of Medicine | Orthopedic Surgery |
Louisville | 2021
Fellowship
Cleveland Clinic Florida | Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction | Weston | 2022
Title(s)
M.D.
Languages
English
Areas of Interest
Complex Revision Surgery for the Treatment of Failed Total Joint Replacements | Infections Involving Total Joints | Periprosthetic Fractures | Primary Hip and Knee Replacements
Practice, Specialty or Service
Awards
Dr. Parish B. Cleveland Achievement Award (2016)
University of Louisville Orthopedic Residency Resident of the Year (2019-2020)
Philosophy
"I strive to provide the highest quality surgical care for complex orthopedic issues while treating every patient as if they are family or friends."
UofL Health – Rudd Center
Patient Comments
Mar 22, 2025
5 out of 5
I really like Dr. Baker, he is very personable, thorough & cares about the patients wellbeing. I definitely would recommend him to family & friends.
Feb 27, 2025
5 out of 5
Dr. James Baker was incredible! I see why he is one of the top orthopedic surgeons in his field. I am so lucky he chose to keep me as a patient as I was a referral.
Jan 19, 2025
5 out of 5
Dr. Baker is a very competent surgeon.
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