Christopher Earl Baker, MD

Christopher Baker, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

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Locations

A

Wesley Chapel

Florida Orthopedic Institute
2653 Bruce B Downs Blvd
Suite 201
Wesley Chapel, FL  33544
813-978-9700
B

Temple Terrace

Florida Orthopaedic Institute
13020 North Telecom Parkway
Temple Terrace, FL  33637
813-978-9700
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Expertise

Biography

Dr. Baker is board certified in orthopedics by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and specializes in sports medicine and shoulder reconstruction. With a focus on patient education, Dr. Baker works with patients to ensure they fully understand their orthopedic options and outcomes. Dr. Baker’s additional training in ultrasound imaging allows him to care for patients who have MRI contraindications due to pacemakers, foreign metal in their bodies or severe claustrophobia.

As an expert in the field of orthopedics and sports medicine, Dr. Baker has delivered more than 10 lectures nationally, has authored several book chapters and received numerous awards and accolades.

As an advocate for sports medicine and injury prevention, Dr. Baker has served as the orthopedic and sports medicine physician for the Tampa Bay Storm and has worked with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Pittsburg Panthers, World Wrestling Entertainment and the Colorado Rockies. He currently serves as the team physician for Wesley Chapel High School and Zephyrhills High School.

Dr. Baker is a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Dr. Baker’s personal interests are playing golf, travel and spending time with his two young children.

Areas Served
Wesley Chapel, FL | Temple Terrace, FL
Languages Spoken
English
Education

University of Florida - College of Medicine

Residencies

Orthopaedic Surgery at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center-Health System

Fellowships

Sports Medicine at Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas

Board Certification

Sports Medicine: The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery: The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Ages Accepted
Children
Adolescents
Adults
Geriatrics
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Insurances

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The list below is for reference purposes only and is subject to change. Please check with your health plan to confirm that this doctor is included before scheduling an appointment.

  • APWU
  • Aetna
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • Amerigroup
  • Beech Street
  • CarePlus
  • Corvel
  • FL-Aetna Commercial (EPO, Managed Choice, PPO, HMO)
  • FL-Aetna Medicare HMO/PPO
  • FL-Av-Med Commercial (HMO, POS, PPO)
  • FL-BCBS Blue Medicare
  • FL-BCBS Comm (Bl Care HO, Bl Choice PPC, NWB, PPS)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What locations does Christopher Baker, MD practice at?
Christopher Baker, MD practices at Wesley Chapel at 2653 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Suite 201, Wesley Chapel, FL, 33544, Temple Terrace at 13020 North Telecom Parkway, Temple Terrace, FL and 33637. Learn more about Christopher Baker, MD at AdventHealth.
What is Christopher Baker, MD's specialty?
Christopher Baker, MD specializes in Orthopedics Sports Medicine- Adult, Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery. Learn more about Christopher Baker, MD at AdventHealth.
What insurance does Christopher Baker, MD accept?
Christopher Baker, MD accepts Aetna, American Healthcare Alliance, Amerigroup, APWU, Beech Street, CarePlus, Corvel, First Health Network, FL-Aetna Commercial (EPO, Managed Choice, PPO, HMO), FL-Aetna Medicare HMO/PPO, FL-Av-Med Commercial (HMO, POS, PPO), FL-BCBS Blue Medicare, FL-BCBS Comm (Bl Care HO, Bl Choice PPC, NWB, PPS), FL-CIGNA Comm (Open Accs Plus, POS Open Accs, PPO), FL-Coventry First Health (Commercial), FL-Evolutions, FL-FHHS EPO (Commercial), FL-FHHS EPO Employees, FL-Humana (Medicare) PPO/PFFS, FL-Humana Commercial (EPO, POS, PPO, SmartNet PPO), FL-Medicaid, FL-Medicare, FL-MultiPlan/Beech Street/Private Healthcare Systm, FL-Tricare Humana Military, FL-Tricare Select, FL-United Commercial (HMO, POS, PPO), Galaxy Health Network, GEHA, GHI, Great West, Humana, Humana Gold Medicare Advantage, Medicare Railroad - Palmetto, Mental Health, Multiplan, Oxford, PHCS, Prime Health Services, Tri-Care, Tricare East, Tricare Standard, Unicare, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Dual Medicare & Medicaid, United Healthcare Golden Rule, United Medical Resources, US Dept of Labor-Workers Comp and Wellmed. This list is for reference purposes only and is subject to change. Please check with your health plan to confirm that this doctor is included before scheduling an appointment. Learn more about Christopher Baker, MD at AdventHealth.
What conditions does Christopher Baker, MD treat?
Christopher Baker, MD treats the following conditions: ACL Tear, Achilles Tear, Bone Spurs, Bow Legs, Broken Arm, Broken Elbow, Broken Hand, Broken Wrist, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Claw Toe, Clubfoot, Flat Feet, Flatfoot After Age 9, Foot Fracture, Hammer Toe, Herniated Disks, Hip Dysplasia, Keratoderma (Abnormal Skin Thickening), Knee Disorders, Labral Tears, Leg Deformities and Torn Rotator Cuff. Learn more about Christopher Baker, MD at AdventHealth.
What health services does Christopher Baker, MD provide?
Christopher Baker, MD provides Orthopedic Care and Surgical Care services. Learn more about Christopher Baker, MD at AdventHealth.