General Practitioners

• Osteoporosis
• Arthritis
• Emergency Care
  In addition, because Taos Orthopaedic Institute doctors are active in education and research including teaching, our doctors often travel out of town to fulfill various medical education and research obligations. It is possible that after a patient receives care from a Taos Orthopaedic Institute doctor, the doctor may be out of town if or when the patient requires additional or emergency care. It is important to our office that you are aware that Taos Orthopaedic Institute doctors frequently travel, and also function as a team, so when a doctor is out of town, coverage from one of our other doctors will be available.

Surgeons

• General Surgery
  Michael Karch, M.D. specializes in orthopedic trauma, anterior hip replacement, total knee replacement, complex revision hip, knee arthroplasty, and knee arthroscopy.  He graduated from the University of Delaware and with honors from the Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1995.  Following three years of general surgery training, he completed his orthopedic surgery training at Georgetown.  Dr. Karch completed a fellowship in sports medicine and trauma at the Taos Orthopaedic Institute, in Taos New Mexico, concentrating on advanced arthroscopic techniques, ski and snowboard injuries, and complex peri-articular trauma.  He has further trained in advanced and masters AO trauma techniques.  Dr. Karch is the founder of the Mammoth Winter Biathlon, founder of the Mammoth Mass Casualty Seminar and Mammoth Medical Missions 501C3.  He is the co-inventor of Smart Drill, an innovative drilling technology for orthopedic surgery.  Dr. Karch is an Associate Clinical Professor of Orthopedics at the University of Nevada School of Medicine, and has been a Team Physician for the United States Ski and Snowboard Team since 2002.  Dr. Karch was one of the first physicians on site at Ground Zero on September 11, 2001 and is recognized internationally for his instruction in mass casualty medicine.
• Orthopedics
  During the year ending December 2017, Taos Orthopaedic Institute doctors or TOIRF received something of financial value from: Arthrex, Breg, FH Orthopedics, Desert Mountain Medical, DJO, Ivivi, Medacta, Pacira, Smith & Nephew, Stryker, Tornier, Wright Medical.
• Arthroscopy
  Dr. Centeno is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, California Medical Association, Marin Medical Society, and Arthroscopy Association of North America.
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
  My time as a fellow in Taos gave me the exposure, experience and education I needed to take my practice to the next level in arthroscopy and minimally invasive surgery. The year we spent in Taos was the best year of our life to date both personally and professionally. Not a day goes by that I don’t think back to my time there fondly. My daily practice is shaped by my experience there with Drs. Lubowitz, Guttmann and Reid.
• Joint Replacement
  Dr. Guttmann received his medical degree from Temple University in Philadelphia. He completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia. Dr. Guttmann has completed a Fellowship in Adult Reconstructive Surgery (Hip, Knee and Shoulder Joint Replacements) at the Joint Replacement Institute in Los Angeles at Orthopaedic Hospital. He has also completed a Fellowship in Shoulder and Elbow Sports Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at New York University Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City. Dr. Guttmann has been a member of the Holy Cross Hospital Staff in Taos since August of 2000.
• Orthopedic Surgery
  Bradley S. Baker, M.D. joined Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center in 2010. Dr. Baker is uniquely double board certified in both Orthopedic Surgery and in the subspecialty of Orthopedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Baker specializes in the care of competitive and recreational athletes and non-athletes with a special focus on shoulder or knee problems. Dr. Baker has acted as team physician and medical supervisor for many collegiate and professional athletic organizations including the U.S. Ski and Snow Board Teams.
• Arthroscopy
  I had a phenomenal year as a sports fellow in Taos. From day one, you quickly realize that collegiality, autonomy, academics, and practice management are all priorities. I felt integrated into the practice as a colleague and welcomed as family. Being able to do trauma cases on my own immediately and progressing to running my own room for elective cases really went a long way in building my confidence, enhancing my surgical skills, and allowing me to think on my own. Working in a private practice setting, I learned so much about the business aspect of medicine. And there’s no shortage of critically evaluating evidence based medicine, as the attendings are very involved in the Journal of Arthroscopy and AANA. Thanks to Jim, Dan, and Jeb for a wonderful year and an unforgettable experience!
• Hip Replacement
• Knee Replacement
  Born and raised in Pennsylvania, I completed my undergraduate education at the University of Scranton with a degree in Biophysics. I received my medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. I went onto to complete my residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Akron General Medical Center/NEOUCOM. Finally, Taos called me to complete my subspecialty training in Arthroscopy/Sports Medicine with the Taos Orthopaedic Institute. I took my first job with the Albuquerque Health Partners where I focused on Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy, joint reconstruction/preservation, Shoulder/Knee Arthroplasty, and Extremity Trauma. After 5 years of practice in NM, I moved my practice to Bishop, CA where I am now developing a new sports medicine/joint preservation program as well as continuing to perform shoulder and knee replacement along with treatment of extremity trauma.
• Knee Arthroscopy
  My year in Taos was a great one.  I feel I learned to be proficient in shoulder and knee arthroscopy.  In addition, I was able to see how a successful private practice was run.  Taos was also a very unique place to live for a year.  It was great to experience the culture as well as the various outdoor activities.  Taos will always be remembered fondly.
• Reconstructive Surgery

Physical Therapists

• Sports Medicine
  Three (3) annual Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship positions, with clinical and research emphases on shoulder, hip, and knee problems in athletes and active individuals.