Dr. Christopher Baker, MD
Orthopedic Surgery•Male•Age 42
Accepting new patients
Florida Orthopaedic Institute
2653 Bruce B Downs Blvd Ste 201 Wesley Chapel, FL 33544Dr. Christopher Baker, MD is a Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Wesley Chapel, FL and has over 16 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Baker has more experience with Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery than other specialists in his area. He graduated from University Of Florida medical school in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities Adventhealth Tampa and AdventHealth Wesley Chapel. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Baker to book an appointment.
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Dr Baker has repaired both my right and left rotator cuffs over the last few years. Both were major tears and they were fixed. I am back to playing softball and both shoulders are doing well. I can throw a softball and swing a bat just fine. I highly recommend Dr Baker if you are having shoulder problems
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Tom Levicky – Jan 31, 2021
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I had a massive tear and several other tears in my rotator cuff from a mountain bike accident. I saw two different orthopedic surgeons for opinions and chose Dr. Baker. He spent the time to review my MRI and discus in detail what the surgery would entail including grafting in cadaver ligaments to help strengthen the extensive damage to my shoulder. I was back to 100% in 6 months and so thankful I chose him for the surgery. He now specializes in shoulders only and would highly recommend him to any one with shoulder problems.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Joe McColl – Aug 07, 2020
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Dr Baker did two surgeries on my shoulder. The second surgery was a “experimental” surgery. It also didn’t last that long. I’ve been in a lot of pain and my shoulder is constantly out of place. I tried to get back in to see him and his assistant Ashley got rude with me and hung up the phone. I’m so disappointed with his work and staff. After that call with Ashley they stopped sending me the surveys to see how I was doing. I’m sure If I could get in to see him he'd be willing to make this right but I can’t get pass his staff.
What went well
- Wait times
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Sep 05, 2019
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I am an electrician that was electrocuted at work. Due to my injury I dislocated my shoulder the emergency room ended up breaking my bone and I need surgery. The doctor in the E.R in ended up giving me a 7 inch scare and a metal plate to hold my bone together. I couldn’t lift my arm or even throw a ball. Dr Baker was awesome!!! he took the plate out my shoulder with 4 small cuts no more then an inch. My shoulder isn’t fixed due to the head of my humorous bone being flat. Every doctor recommended I replace it later in life. Dr Baker gave me more mobility and less pain in my shoulder. When I am ready I plan to go back to replace the head of my humerus bone. I would recommend DR Baker if you have any problems with you shoulder
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
George Hale – Aug 21, 2019
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Completely professional and always courteous. Most importantly, he listens to the patient and he prefers less aggressive forms of treatment first.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Roger W. – Jul 19, 2019
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Dr. Baker did a great job on my right shoulder, considering the damage that was done when I slipped and fail down on my job due to their negligence. He did explain to me that I will not be back to 100% but through it all surgery and therapy it relieved a lot of pain. Even after this next surgery coming up and my Workman's Comp case is over, I will refer him to anyone that need this kind of care. He did a great job on a lady that I call my Grandmother, she broke her hip. She is walking now which is great for a older person in her 80's.
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Sabrina Magwood – Jul 19, 2019
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Thank you FOI and Dr. Baker for seeing me today! It was a very positive experience. Huge sigh of relief after his PA's examination and his explanation and diagnosis of my knee. The brace he recommended has already made a huge improvement of functionality of the knee and tons of relief from the horrible pain I was feeling when I first arrived there. THANK YOU so much!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Rhonda – Jul 04, 2019
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Dr. Baker is friendly and he takes the time to explain your options so that you can make the best decision regarding your health going forward
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Jane in San Antonio, FL – Jun 29, 2019
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My experience with Dr Baker and his staff FAR EXCEEDS any experience I’ve ever had a doctor’s office! From the friendly office staff that checked me in to the awesome X-ray tech to the super sweet staffer that checked me out with a smile, Dr Baker’s staff was amazing! I waited less than 10 minutes (may have been like 5 ??) to see Dr Baker. He spent time with me and listened intently...something you rarely see nowadays...and treated me promptly. My knee is already feeling better and I have no doubts will be in tip top shape in a day or so. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Dr Baker if you’re in search of a great experience with an ortho doc!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Kathleen in Wesley Chapel , FL – Jun 27, 2019
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Dr. BAKER did a great job rebuilding my right shoulder with the amount of damage that I had done to it.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Tim Lee in Oxford, FL – Jun 26, 2019
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Best experience in a doctor office I ever experienced. It was a pleasure talking to Dr. Baker and his staff.
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May 16, 2019
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Dr. Baker is a godsend. He’s personable, and you can tell he truly cares for his patients. I'd been dealing with extreme shoulder pain for 6 months and was told by another physician I'd need surgery to fix the issue. Dr. Baker advised against it, saying I had “frozen shoulder”, and opted for cortisone shots and physical therapy instead. The shots and PT have helped immensely. I now have more range of motion with my right arm and can raise it above my head, something I couldn't do for half a year
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Apr 23, 2019
Hello,
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Fabulous Orthopedic Specialist especially if you are hurting... He will help you (Period)...
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Apr 03, 2019
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He is a caring and compassionate doctor. He always takes his time to answer my questions and to explain any needed procedures. He has done surgery on me twice and I never had an infection or other complications post op. I highly recommend Dr. Baker as an orthopedic surgeon
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No results
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Mar 26, 2019
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Dr. Baker has suggested a plan for the long term so that I can stay active and be conservative at the same time. He offers solutions as if he is the patient (money, time and health conscious), not as if he is the Doctor looking for the next surgery experience. Of course with an amazing doctor comes and amazing staff! Nina, Rhonda, Ashley, Amy, Keisha, Josie and Alishia are professional and fun, making each visit almost like a "Field Trip". Thanks for your care and professionalism!!
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Mar 15, 2019
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Unfortunately I have had 2 shoulder surgeries within the past 6 months from 2 completely unrelated injuries. Dr. Baker and his staff have been amazing. My physical therapist has even been amazed at how quick my recovery has been as well as my range of motion. I highly recommend Dr. Baker
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Sandy Grant in Wesley Chapel, FL – Jan 21, 2019
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Dr. Baker is extremely informative abut what was wrong with my knee and the surgery went amazing . I would definitely recommend him to any friends or family.
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Nov 21, 2018
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I am starting this review by saying that I am a physician in hospice and palliative medicine with over 11 years in urgent care, emergency medicine. I sent my spouse to see him for her debilitating left knee pain and the complaints I received from her was absolutely jaw dropping and ridiculous . I went into medicine for the passion... the passion to help people, not for the money. This dr Baker is the absolute opposite of a caring physician . Let's mention that my spouse is a RN with trauma expe
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Office environment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Long wait times
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Horrified patient in Tampa , FL – Sep 01, 2018
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We have been very pleased since our 1st appt with him. He & his staff scheduled her surgery very quickly to get it in during her Christmas Break from college. He explained the procedure and even had my 17 yr old completely at ease. Since surgery he and his office staff have always been pleasant & quickly responsive! He has even done research into my daughter's sport to safely get her back into shape and competing. Highly recommend this GREAT DR!!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Dade City – May 01, 2018
Awe, thank you for the kind review and for...Read More
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My experiences with Dr. Christopher Baker, FL Orthopedic Institute, have been very impressive. Dr. Baker and his staff, have been very professional, timely, and most importantly he has been a skillful, experienced and knowledgeable surgeon. Over the past 3+ years, he has surgically repaired my rotator cup, my broken arm and my chronic knee problems. What keeps me going back to him has been how efficiently he has identified my problems, his treatment plans and his follow-up.
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No results
What could be improved
No results
Jan Long in Land O Lakes, FL – Nov 23, 2017
Jan, thank you for the kind words! We are happy...Read More