Orthopedics, Elbow, Hip, Knee, Orthopedic Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Hickory, Newton, Sherrills Ford
Most recent review: 2 weeks ago
Recent
4.9
323 Ratings
145 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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Very understanding doctor .nice to work with.on my situation
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr Houdek answered all my questions and explained the next steps. He was very informative and understanding in my concerns with my injury.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
He was very informative and attentive and I really liked him. I thank him very much for seeing me
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Houdek is an exceptional doctor! He does amazing work and takes time to listen to me and answers all my questions. I'm fortunate to be under his care! I would recommend him to anyone.
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Probably a very good doctor. Just had to wait a hour
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
I searched for a new doctor to do a hip replacement. Christopher seemed to be a good choice. According to his ratings and that he did do knee replacement.
During The Visit.
He informed me that he no longer does joint replacement and had to change me to a different doctor.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Excellent. Top notch staff and assistant.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Very happy w treatment
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Very straight forward and thorough.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Houdek explained everything thoroughly and was very professional.
(1 month ago)
Oct-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
Very understanding doctor .nice to work with.on my situation
Dr Houdek answered all my questions and explained the next steps. He was very informative and understanding in my concerns with my injury.
He was very informative and attentive and I really liked him. I thank him very much for seeing me
Dr. Houdek is an exceptional doctor! He does amazing work and takes time to listen to me and answers all my questions. I'm fortunate to be under his care! I would recommend him to anyone.
Probably a very good doctor. Just had to wait a hour
I searched for a new doctor to do a hip replacement. Christopher seemed to be a good choice. According to his ratings and that he did do knee replacement. During The Visit. He informed me that he no longer does joint replacement and had to change me to a different doctor.
Excellent. Top notch staff and assistant.
Very happy w treatment
Very straight forward and thorough.
Dr. Houdek explained everything thoroughly and was very professional.