Our orthopedic surgeon, James K. Baker, M.D., is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Baker believes that better preparation by your surgeon increases your chances for a better result. And he doesn't just say that. he has spent his entire adult life dedicated to that belief. He earned top honors during his education and has most recently re-certified in the top 7% of orthopedic surgeons in America. For more see Surgeon. We take pride in providing excellent and expert orthopedic care for you.

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SHOULDER The shoulder is the largest joint in the upper extremity and the most complicated. Shoulder pain is a common problem that can disable effective use of the whole arm. Fortunately, Dr. Baker is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the shoulder, from rotator cuff tears, to bursitis, tendinitis, stiffness, instability and arthritis.

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Our office is open for appointments between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. Patients are seen by appointment only, but we often can schedule same day appointments. We try to see patients as soon as possible, usually within 1-3 working days, unless referral or prior authorization has not yet been attained. If you are seeing us for a knee, hip, or back problem, please wear or bring a pair of shorts from home. You'll feel more comfortable in your own shorts than ours. We ask women being evaluated for a shoulder problem to wear a tank top shirt.

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Dr. Baker graduated with the highest honors from Tulane University and Tulane Medical School and trained in orthopedic surgery at Baylor in the Texas Medical Center at Houston. He has been in practice since 1993. After graduating summa cum laude from Tulane in Biology with a GPA of 3.98, he received his M.D. degree from Tulane School of Medicine ('88), where he was elected to the AOA Honor Medical Society.

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We follow the Golden Rule in our medical practice as we do in our lives and treat you as we would wish to be treated if we were in your shoes. At Lone Star Orthopedics, we are looking for the long-term relationship. Our patients are our friends, and Dr. Baker always gives you the best advice without regard to business.

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