John M. Baldauf, M.D. John M. Baldauf, M.D. graduated from University of Arizona in 1984. He received his medical degree in 1988 from Thomas Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia followed by orthopaedic training at Tulane University and Charity Hospital in New Orleans. Dr. Baldauf then served as chief of orthopaedic surgery for nine years with the United States Air Force from 1995 until 2004 including a six month deployment to the Middle East during the Second Gulf War. Originally from Arizona, he has lived in the Las Vegas valley since 1998. He practices general orthopaedics with special emphasis on sports medicine injuries and joint replacement. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. about us | physicians | patient ed | patient info | links | home Our Doctors When you choose one of our doctors you can be assured of quality care by a competent, experienced surgeon who excels in his field. Together our doctors represent 369 years of surgical experience in their specialty to benefit your needs.