Dr. Susan Baker MD evaluating a patient baseline to address chronic back pain at her Beverly Hills medical practice.

Chronic Back Pain

With chronic back pain, pain signals can remain active in the nervous system for weeks, months, and even years.

This persistent discomfort often disrupts daily routines, limits physical mobility, and causes significant emotional distress.

Persistent Nerve Signals

Unlike acute pain that fades as an injury heals, chronic back pain involves overactive pathways in the nervous system. These signals continuously misfire over long periods; keeping the body in a constant state of physical strain and complicating standard conventional treatments.

Systemic and Daily Impact

The constant presence of long-term spinal discomfort goes far beyond structural limitation. It frequently interferes with restorative sleep, restricts your regular daily activities, and leads to exhaustion; impacting your overall quality of life and long-term well-being.

Tailored Clinical Care

Managing persistent musculoskeletal issues requires a thoughtful plan tailored to your specific anatomy and medical history. Dr. Baker leverages her double board-certified background to design an individual strategy that directly targets the underlying source of your discomfort to promote long-term wellness.

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I am new to seeing Dr. Baker but have found her to be extremely professional, extremely intelligent, and most of all, extremely caring. At our first appointment, she saw me immediately, was helpful in her comments, and followed up by phone promptly to discuss my results. I hope to be her patient for a long time and have told friends about her practice.

— C.S.

Dr Baker has been my physician for many years. She is an excellent physician and has great expertise. Dr Baker is compassionate and takes time to explain things. I recommend her without hesitancy

— Andrea G.

On my first visit, although we weren’t able to connect through telehealth, Dr. Baker called me herself and we had an initial lengthy phone conversation. Without even meeting her in person, I can already tell how attentive and compassionate she is!! Since meeting her in person she has continued to provide the same caring, compassionate care.

— Sue B.

I’ve been seeing Dr. Baker for the last 15 years. She is the most knowledgeable, compassionate and dedicated Rhuemalogist. She is also very sweet, kind and professional! I always feel acknowledged and heard. She is definitely worth trusting with your health.

— Espy R.

Ready to Discuss Your Care?

Overcoming persistent physical limitations requires a dedicated medical partnership and an accurate evaluation. New patients can call our Beverly Hills practice directly to discuss our clinical approach and discover how personalized care can help you live with less discomfort.

Office: (310) 274-7770