Orthopedics, Elbow, Hip Replacement, Knee Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Hickory, Newton, Sherrills Ford
Most recent review: 6 days ago
New
4.9
441 Ratings
198 Comments
Dr. Christopher Houdek, D.O. obtained his undergraduate degree in cell and molecular biology from the University of Michigan. He was awarded his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan, where he also completed his residency training in Orthopedic Surgery. He received advanced training in sports medicine, ACL reconstruction, cartilage restoration, shoulder instability and rotator cuff repair, shoulder arthroplasty and arthroscopy of the knee and shoulder.
Dr. Christopher Houdek, D.O. obtained his undergraduate degree in cell and molecular biology from the University of Michigan. He was awarded his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan, where he also completed his residency training in Orthopedic Surgery. He received advanced training in sports medicine, ACL reconstruction, cartilage restoration, shoulder instability and rotator cuff repair, shoulder arthroplasty and arthroscopy of the knee and shoulder.
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His assistant ( Makayla ) whom I started with, was very attentive, listening to my history. That means a lot to a patient.. Dr. Houdek was a good listener as I’m explaining my issues and symptoms. He was very knowledgeable. Very friendly and personable. He is the only one that has offered to show me my x-ray of my shoulder to give a better understanding of what is causing pain. We put a plan in place. I asked for a shot for some relief before leaving. I left my appointment filling hopeful.
(6 days ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Houdek is always very professional and very knowledgeable. He also is very nice and listens to me and offers different options for treatment and explains everything thoroughly!
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Explains things clearly lets you know where you stand in your recovery
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
My favorite dr
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
I really like him. He listens well to you and I think he’s a good honest man
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Dr Houdek is an excellent surgeon. He explains what is wrong and how he can fix it in a way that you can understand. And answers all your questions. He fixed both of my shoulders perfectly.
I would recommend him to anyone.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
He was very professional
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Houdek is always so pleasant. He encourages me about my knee. Office was running late and he apologized several times for my wait. Very pleased with my visit
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
I’m pleased with the surgical result of my olecranon bursitis repair.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Precise and accurate.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
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Foothills Region: Hickory - Orthopedics
2165 Medical Park Drive Hickory, NC 28602
Foothills Region: Newton - Orthopedics
829 West 25th Street Newton, NC 28658
Foothills Region: Sherrills Ford - Orthopedics
3900 Terrell Park Drive Suite 1010 Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
Dr. Christopher Houdek, D.O. obtained his undergraduate degree in cell and molecular biology from the University of Michigan. He was awarded his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan, where he also completed his residency training in Orthopedic Surgery.
Following residency, he completed his fellowship in sports medicine at the Detroit Medical Center where he helped care for the Detroit Red Wings, Pistons, and Tigers. During fellowship he received advanced training in sports medicine, ACL reconstruction, cartilage restoration, shoulder instability and rotator cuff repair, shoulder arthroplasty and arthroscopy of the knee and shoulder. He is a board certified orthopedic surgeon.
He is a member of several professional organizations, including: the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics, the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the Michigan Orthopedic Society, the Detroit Academy of Orthopedics, the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine.
In Tucson, Arizona, he practiced orthopedic sports medicine for four years and was the team physician for the AHL Tucson Roadrunners and Ironwood Ridge High School.
Dr. Houdek and his wife, Erin, have three children, Collin, Lilyana and Ethan.
Education Undergraduate: University of Michigan Doctorate: Michigan State University Residency: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine Fellowship: Detroit Medical Center
Associations American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons American Osteopathic Association Michigan Osteopathic Association Arthroscopy Association of North America American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
His assistant ( Makayla ) whom I started with, was very attentive, listening to my history. That means a lot to a patient.. Dr. Houdek was a good listener as I’m explaining my issues and symptoms. He was very knowledgeable. Very friendly and personable. He is the only one that has offered to show me my x-ray of my shoulder to give a better understanding of what is causing pain. We put a plan in place. I asked for a shot for some relief before leaving. I left my appointment filling hopeful.
Dr. Houdek is always very professional and very knowledgeable. He also is very nice and listens to me and offers different options for treatment and explains everything thoroughly!
Explains things clearly lets you know where you stand in your recovery
My favorite dr
I really like him. He listens well to you and I think he’s a good honest man
Dr Houdek is an excellent surgeon. He explains what is wrong and how he can fix it in a way that you can understand. And answers all your questions. He fixed both of my shoulders perfectly. I would recommend him to anyone.
He was very professional
Dr Houdek is always so pleasant. He encourages me about my knee. Office was running late and he apologized several times for my wait. Very pleased with my visit
I’m pleased with the surgical result of my olecranon bursitis repair.
Precise and accurate.