Richard Baker

Mr Richard Baker is an experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in joint replacement surgery of the hip and knee. With over 20 years of expertise, he performs over 300 joint replacements annually and has completed more than 2500 operations. Mr Baker's NHS practice is based at the Avon Orthopaedic Centre, where he focuses on revision surgery for failed hip and knee replacements. He trained in Bristol and underwent a fellowship in Vancouver, integrating techniques from the UK and North America to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Having completed his MB.ChB in 1999 at Manchester University, Mr Baker furthered his training with an MSc in orthopaedic engineering, Adult arthroplasty fellowship, and an MD. He is a member of the British Orthopaedic Oncology Society and the British Hip Society, contributing over 25 publications and 3 book chapters on hip and knee replacement surgery. Mr Baker also delivers courses to General Practitioners on various topics related to knee surgery and bone cancer management, showcasing his dedication to education within his field. Outside of his medical practice, Mr Baker enjoys long-distance swimming and mountaineering. His research interests primarily focus on joint replacement surgery, with a specific emphasis on enhancing patient outcomes in hip and knee procedures. With his dedication to his patients, contributions to research, and commitment to education, Mr Richard Baker stands out as a respected and skilled Orthopaedic Surgeon in the South West of England.