Revision & Infection

dr. james baker specializes in revision surgeries and joint infections
dr. james baker specializes in revision surgeries and joint infections

STUCK IN LIMBO?

It’s time for a real plan.

Failed surgery. Ongoing infection. The cases other doctors leave open-ended, Dr. Baker treats as a decision to make — not a waiting game.

dr. james baker specializes in revision surgeries and joint infections

Limbo vs. Life

If you’ve been told to “wait and see,” you already know how that feels. Another round of antibiotics. Another follow-up with no real answer. Some doctors call this “playing it safe.” Dr. Baker calls it limbo, and he believes it keeps patients stuck longer than they need to be.

When a single, decisive surgery is the right choice, he’ll tell you. When it’s not, he’ll tell you that, too. Either way, you’ll know the plan and why it’s the plan — not just the next appointment.

How he treats infection.

Joint infections are serious, and they scare people. That’s normal. Dr. Baker’s job is to take the fear out of the unknown part — walking you through what’s happening, what your choices are, and what each one means for your recovery.

Dr. Baker is also an early adopter of newer, more direct antibiotic treatment methods, used when they genuinely improve your outcome — not because they’re new.

dr. james baker specializes in revision surgeries and joint infections
dr. james baker specializes in revision surgeries and joint infections

Modern tools. Used with purpose.

Dr. Baker uses robotic-assisted surgery and modern cementless implants, including cementless patella components some surgeons still hesitate to use. He doesn’t use these tools to impress you. He uses them because, in the right case, they help you heal faster and move better. If a tool doesn’t change your outcome, he won’t use it just because it’s available.

The questions that guide every plan.

Is this a true revision, or a straightforward replacement?

Dr. Baker will tell you plainly, and treat you accordingly.

Is single-stage surgery right for your case?

Not every case qualifies. He'll walk you through the reasoning, either way.

Does a newer tool actually help you?

If it does, he'll use it. If it doesn't, he won't.

dr. james baker specializes in revision surgeries and joint infections

For referring physicians.

If you’re sending a patient with a failed prior surgery, a periprosthetic infection, or a complex primary case, Dr. Baker will give you a clear read on next steps — not a vague “let’s take a look.” Click the link below for more information and to reach him directly to discuss a case.

dr. james baker specializes in revision surgeries and joint infections