Orthopedics, Elbow, Hip, Knee, Orthopedic Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Hickory, Newton, Sherrills Ford
Most recent review: 1 week ago
Recent
4.9
378 Ratings
170 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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Dr Houdek has a very comfortable manner. He offers reasonable options while also pointing out the better long range options
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Very professional and knowledgeable.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Knowledgeable and friendly. Honest and direct.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
He is wonderful at his job and even better at explaining everything to where anybody can understand what is wrong and how he is going to fix what is wrong plus truely listens to his patients before he does anything to
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Houdek was very down to earth, kind and relatable. I definitely appreciate the care provided
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Very caring and explained everything
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Very personable.
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Good listener and very caring
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Wise, thoughtful and prudent.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Spent time with, answered all questions and felt I was adequately evaluated.
(1 month ago)
Feb-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
Dr Houdek has a very comfortable manner. He offers reasonable options while also pointing out the better long range options
Very professional and knowledgeable.
Knowledgeable and friendly. Honest and direct.
He is wonderful at his job and even better at explaining everything to where anybody can understand what is wrong and how he is going to fix what is wrong plus truely listens to his patients before he does anything to
Dr Houdek was very down to earth, kind and relatable. I definitely appreciate the care provided
Very caring and explained everything
Very personable.
Good listener and very caring
Wise, thoughtful and prudent.
Spent time with, answered all questions and felt I was adequately evaluated.