Dr. James Baker, MD
Dr. James Baker, MD is a hand and upper extremity surgery specialist in Edgewood, KY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Baker has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital and St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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560 S Loop Rd Edgewood, KY 41017Make an Appointment
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Dr. Baker is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital Edgewood, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Baker
4.5
| 5 Star | 83% | 83% |
| 4 Star | 1% | 1% |
| 3 Star | 4% | 4% |
| 2 Star | 4% | 4% |
| 1 Star | 9% | 9% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Baker to family and friends is 4.4565215 out of 5
About Me
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As a Hand and Elbow Surgeon, I treat all conditions of the Hand, Wrist and Elbow including bone, tendon, nerve and muscle conditions. A complete individualized treatment plan will be prepared and may include medications, injections, therapy, bracing,...read morebiography
James D. Baker is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery. His interests include occupational and work-related injuries. Dr. Baker sees patients at our Edgewood, Florence, and Crestview Hills locations. ?Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
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Fellowship Hospital, 2009University Of Illinois-chicago
Residency Hospital, 2008University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
Internship Hospital, 2004University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
Medical School, 2003Washington University, St Louis
Undergraduate School, 1999
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- Mon: 8:00am - 9:00pm
- Tue: 8:00am - 9:00pm
- Wed: 8:00am - 9:00pm
- Thu: 8:00am - 9:00pm
- Fri: 8:00am - 9:00pm
- Sat: 9:00am - 1:00pm
- Sun: closed
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- Sat: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 21
hospital awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2024)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
81%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well6% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 4
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
77%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 2
hospital awardsView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home70%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well6% lower than the national average
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