Orthopedics, Elbow, Hip, Knee, Orthopedic Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Hickory, Newton, Sherrills Ford
Most recent review: 2 weeks ago
Recent
4.9
355 Ratings
157 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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The best, thank you
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
very open and explained possible
help
J. Ball
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
He was amazing! He answered all of my questions and gave me great information.
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Professional and helpful
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
He was very good and told me what was going on
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Very professional and informative about my shoulder
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. I would highly recommend hom to anybody who has issues with their joints, even if you have not had success in the past. First time in many years i have had a great improvement in mobility and reduction in pain. Quality of life improvement is astonishing!
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
A very through Dr and always has time to discuss my issues. I'm very pleased with Dr Houdek
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Very polite and professional. He listened to me and answered all my questions. I really feel that he cares..
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Great Doctor !!
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
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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
The best, thank you
very open and explained possible help J. Ball
He was amazing! He answered all of my questions and gave me great information.
Professional and helpful
He was very good and told me what was going on
Very professional and informative about my shoulder
Very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. I would highly recommend hom to anybody who has issues with their joints, even if you have not had success in the past. First time in many years i have had a great improvement in mobility and reduction in pain. Quality of life improvement is astonishing!
A very through Dr and always has time to discuss my issues. I'm very pleased with Dr Houdek
Very polite and professional. He listened to me and answered all my questions. I really feel that he cares..
Great Doctor !!