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Dr. James L Baker M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

4/5(11)
303 MED TECH PKWY JOHNSON CITY TN, 37604
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Dr. James Baker is a rheumatologist practicing in Sparta, TN. Dr. Baker specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Baker treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.

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Dr. James L Baker M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 439 Sewell Dr

439 Sewell Dr -
Sparta, TN 38583
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New patients: 704-783-1308
Fax: 704-783-1194

303 MED TECH PKWY -
JOHNSON CITY, TN 37604
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New patients: 423-794-3040
Fax: 423-794-3041

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Patient Experience with Dr. Baker


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Based on 11 reviews

Dr. James L Baker M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 11 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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1 MEDICAL CENTER BOULEVARD COOKEVILLE TN 38501

Head northeast on Sewell Drive 1241 ft
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