Orthopedics, Elbow, Hip, Knee, Orthopedic Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Hickory, Newton, Sherrills Ford
Most recent review: 1 week ago
Recent
4.9
332 Ratings
152 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 professional and informative about my shoulder
(1 week 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 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
A very through Dr and always has time to discuss my issues. I'm very pleased with Dr Houdek
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Very polite and professional. He listened to me and answered all my questions. I really feel that he cares..
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Great Doctor !!
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Great visit
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
We had a wonderful experience with Dr. Houdek. Very professional and friendly demeanor. My 10 year old felt comfortable, heard and pleased with his visit.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Very understanding doctor .nice to work with.on my situation
(1 month 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.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
He was very informative and attentive and I really liked him. I thank him very much for seeing me
(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 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 !!
Great visit
We had a wonderful experience with Dr. Houdek. Very professional and friendly demeanor. My 10 year old felt comfortable, heard and pleased with his visit.
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