Dr. Jo Baird Ortho

Dr. Jo Baird Ortho Dr. Joanne Baird is a board-certified and sports fellowship trained Orthopaedic Surgeon

Dr. Baird joined the Bayside Orthopaedic team in 2020, as a previous Lieutenant Commander from Naval Hospital Pensacola where she served as Department Head of Orthopedic Surgery since 2017. The New Jersey native completed her undergraduate education at The College of William and Mary with a major in Biology and recognition as a scholar/athlete. Dr. Baird earned her MD from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC, followed by service in the US Navy. She completed her internship and residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, California, including two years deployed onboard the USS GERMANTOWN (L*D 42). Extensive training in combat care and surgery, leadership roles and achievement during her 12-year military medical career earned LCDR Baird multiple awards including the Naval Commendation Medal for sustained acts of heroism or meritorious service in 2019. In 2018 she was recognized as one of the top 100 physicians in the Northwest Florida region for patient satisfaction. Dr. Baird completed a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the Andrews Institute in Gulf Breeze, Florida in 2020. A stellar college soccer player, Dr. Baird has continued her passion for sports as a team physician for Elberta High School. During her Fellowship she covered college (Tuskegee) to high school (Crestview, FL) football to wrestling and later baseball with the Tampa Bay Rays. She has frequently contributed to research projects, books, peer-reviewed publications, and presented on topics from thrower’s shoulder to fracture care, low back pain, hand injuries and much more. Dr. Baird is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Trauma Association and Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons. In her free time, you’ll find her running, playing golf, painting and raising new daughter Ryann with husband Chaz at home in Pensacola, FL. Medical School
Georgetown University School of Medicine, Maryland

Internship
Categorical Orthopaedic Internship, Naval Medical Center San Diego, CA

Residency
Orthopaedic Residency, Naval Medical Center San Diego, CA

Fellowship
Sports Medicine – Andrews Institute, Gulf Breeze, FL

Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons

04/03/2026

Proper planning prevents poor performance

The 5Ps of life. Live by it.

I honestly remember the bad games more than the good. Why? Because I learned. I grew. It built character and strength. B...
04/02/2026

I honestly remember the bad games more than the good. Why? Because I learned. I grew. It built character and strength. Because I never wanted to experience that defeat, that loss, that struggle again. Life is a journey and athletics teaches great life lessons. We won’t necessarily realize it at the time. I was able to overcome those struggle and losses because of my teammates, my coaches, and my family.

Be there through it all …

04/02/2026

Today, we recognize World Autism Awareness Day 💙

Autism is not something to “fix”—it’s a different way of experiencing and interacting with the world.
It brings unique strengths, perspectives, and incredible potential.

As physicians, parents, teammates, and community members, our role is simple but powerful:
👉 Listen
👉 Support
👉 Include
👉 Empower

In orthopaedics and sports, every athlete deserves access, opportunity, and understanding—regardless of how they learn, communicate, or process the world around them.

Let’s continue building a world where differences are not just accepted—but celebrated.

💙

04/02/2026

Advancing spine care through innovation.

Dr. Samuel Yoakum now offers the Discseel® Procedure—an advanced, minimally invasive treatment designed to address the underlying cause of disc pain by sealing damaged discs.

This approach prioritizes precision, preservation, and long-term outcomes...giving patients a new option within a comprehensive spine care plan.

Learn more: toaeasttn.com/services/discseel-procedure/
Call to schedule: 865-690-4861, ext. 5515

03/31/2026

It’s been awhile since I shared a Tuesday Thought. I came across an old quote from a legend today that I love. I saw it at just the right moment. Brought a smile to my face.

“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.”

- Vince Lombardi.

To my fellow physicians—today is a reminder of the privilege and responsibility we carry every single day.The early morn...
03/31/2026

To my fellow physicians—today is a reminder of the privilege and responsibility we carry every single day.

The early mornings, the late nights, the weight of decisions, the quiet sacrifices—none of it goes unseen.

We show up for our patients in their most vulnerable moments. We push for answers, for healing, for better outcomes—even when it’s hard.

Medicine is more than a profession—it’s a calling grounded in purpose, resilience, and compassion.

To all of you who continue to lead, serve, and care at the highest level—thank you.

Happy Doctor’s Day. 🤍

03/28/2026

THE TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS ARE HEADED TO A THIRD STRAIGHT ELITE 8

13 years without fellowships but who’s counting. The amount of work and documentation to try to get things approved by s...
03/28/2026

13 years without fellowships but who’s counting.

The amount of work and documentation to try to get things approved by someone that doesn’t have any medical training continues to grow. Insurance companies continue to change the rules.

We need reform. We need a change. Patients need better.

03/28/2026

03/27/2026

Such an inspirational story!

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1146 Franck Street
Alcoa, TN
37701

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
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