Orthopedics, Elbow, Hip Replacement, Knee Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Hickory, Newton, Sherrills Ford
Most recent review: 4 days ago
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4.9
405 Ratings
183 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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I highly respect him and his opinion! He is a Great Doctor!
(4 days ago)
May-2026
He is thorough and clear on what is going to happen for my surgery.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Very kind,answers all questions asked
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Has been very helpful with my shoulder
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Professional, thorough, a skillful, and especially friendly!
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Very nice, caring and knowledgeable.
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
He lLISTENED and CARED about what happened to my leg! That rarely happens in medicine these days!
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Service was fast and Dr Houdek/staff done a great job...Thanks
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
I receive a shot in a regular basis and they don’t hurt when he does them. He has magic hands.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
The best ever
(1 month ago)
Mar-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
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
Has been very helpful with my shoulder
Professional, thorough, a skillful, and especially friendly!
Very nice, caring and knowledgeable.
He lLISTENED and CARED about what happened to my leg! That rarely happens in medicine these days!
Service was fast and Dr Houdek/staff done a great job...Thanks
I receive a shot in a regular basis and they don’t hurt when he does them. He has magic hands.
The best ever