Orthopedics, Elbow, Hip Replacement, Knee Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Hickory, Newton, Sherrills Ford
Most recent review: 2 weeks ago
Recent
4.9
425 Ratings
190 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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Precise and accurate.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Houdek was very attentive and listened to my concerns with compassion. He ordered tests and procedures that were needed for providing care.
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Houdek was very personable. Explained my condition very well and explained my options. If surgery is necessary I will have him do the surgery.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Great perspective on things that are affecting me and wants to help
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Best doctor ever
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Very professional and informative
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Always pleasant and through always listens to my questions and never rushes I am very comfortable with Dr Houdek
Thank you
(1 month ago)
May-2026
I highly respect him and his opinion! He is a Great Doctor!
(2 months ago)
May-2026
He is thorough and clear on what is going to happen for my surgery.
(2 months ago)
Apr-2026
Very kind,answers all questions asked
(2 months ago)
Apr-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
Precise and accurate.
Dr. Houdek was very attentive and listened to my concerns with compassion. He ordered tests and procedures that were needed for providing care.
Dr. Houdek was very personable. Explained my condition very well and explained my options. If surgery is necessary I will have him do the surgery.
Great perspective on things that are affecting me and wants to help
Best doctor ever
Very professional and informative
Always pleasant and through always listens to my questions and never rushes I am very comfortable with Dr Houdek Thank you
I highly respect him and his opinion! He is a Great Doctor!
He is thorough and clear on what is going to happen for my surgery.
Very kind,answers all questions asked