Matthew Paul Baker, MD
Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

4.9 out of 5,
New patient visits
Piedmont Orthopedics and Sports Medicine of Athens - Trauma
242 King Ave, Suite 130
Athens, GA 30606-2797
Phone
706-613-5880Fax
706-613-5889
Dr. Baker earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, GA. He then remained at the Medical College of Georgia where he completed his residency in Orthopedic Surgery. Following this, he completed a fellowship in Orthopedic Traumatology at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Baker is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and has over nine years of experience.
Dr. Baker specializes in orthopedic trauma and complex fracture care including pelvis and acetabular fractures, peri-articular fractures of the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and ankle. As well as post-traumatic deformity, nonunion, malunion, and reconstructive surgery.
His special interests include pelvis and acetabular fractures, tibial plateau fractures, and circular (Ilizarov) and spatial frame techniques.
In his spare time, Dr. Baker enjoys spending time with family, weight lifting, Crossfit, golf, and mountaineering.
Dr. Baker specializes in orthopedic trauma and complex fracture care including pelvis and acetabular fractures, peri-articular fractures of the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and ankle. As well as post-traumatic deformity, nonunion, malunion, and reconstructive surgery.
His special interests include pelvis and acetabular fractures, tibial plateau fractures, and circular (Ilizarov) and spatial frame techniques.
In his spare time, Dr. Baker enjoys spending time with family, weight lifting, Crossfit, golf, and mountaineering.
Provider Information
Gender
Male
Languages
English
Education
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
Residency, Orthopedic Surgery, 2016
Medical College of Georgia/Augusta University
Medical Education, 2011
AU/UGA Medical Partnership
Medical Education, Orthopaedic Trauma, 2020
St Louis University Hospital
Fellowship, Orthopaedic Trauma, 2017
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Verified Reviews
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4.9 out of 5
392 ratings,
147 reviews
6/3/2025
He is one of the best doctor's that I have ever seen.And I have been around for a very long time.
5/21/2025
Very nice and I have had no pain with the surgery site
5/21/2025
Surgery went well and recovery was good. Good bedside manner. Well pleased
5/13/2025
Fantastic
5/7/2025
He is a very caring and compassionate doctor. He is also an amazing doctor.
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Map & Directions
Piedmont Orthopedics and Sports Medicine of Athens - Trauma
242 King Ave, Suite 130 Athens, GA 30606-2797
Monday - Thursday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday - Sunday
Closed
Phone
706-613-5880Fax
706-613-5889