John Neidecker, M.D.

Practice: Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina

Specialty: Orthopedics: Sports Injuries, Sports Related Concussions

Office locations: Raleigh, NC

Most recent review: 1 week ago Recent

1.5K Ratings

493 Comments

Dr. John Neidecker treats all musculoskeletal injuries as well as sports-related concussions. For certain conditions, he will use musculoskeletal ultrasound and platelet-rich plasma therapy. He also offers treatment and prevention of common skin lesions of wrestlers and cauliflower ear.

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Personalble, care with concern, explains all the details. The Best

(1 week ago) Oct-2026

Friendly, prompt, knowledgeable!!!

(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Very professional and knowledgeable fast service. Love it

(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Dr. Nidecker and Katie are friends to me. Their care and kindness are amazing. I appreciate all they do for me. Their expertise and kindness get me on my path to feel better and less pain. I am thankful for them every day. M.

(1 month ago) Sep-2026

"Excellent doctor! Dr. Neidecker is very professional, attentive, and knowledgeable. He took the time to listen to my concerns and provided great care. Highly recommended!"

(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Dr Neidecker was great as were all the staff there.

(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Was so kind and answered all our questions. Explained exactly what was going on and what the plan will be for my daughter’s broken arm.

(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Always friendly and professional

(1 month ago) Sep-2026

I appreciate the multiple alternatives he recommended for me because PT was not working

(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Excellent care. A great doctor to work with athletes. He understands the importance of healing and getting back to your sport.

(2 months ago) Aug-2026

Dr. John Neidecker was born and raised in New York on Long Island. He has wanted to be a physician from his earliest recollection. He was an athlete and his own experience with injuries led him to pursue a career in Sports Medicine. Knowing this, he decided to obtain his undergraduate degree and certification in athletic training from High Point University. After college, he then worked as a certified athletic trainer at South Side High School on Long Island. He then went on to go to medical school at Rowan University, School of Osteopathic Medicine in south New Jersey. He remained there to complete his residency in family practice and served as chief resident. After residency, he went on to his sports medicine fellowship at the world-famous Cleveland Clinic, working with the Cleveland Indians, Lake Erie Crushers and Oberlin College.

After his medical training was complete, Dr. Neidecker went back to south New Jersey to work at the Cooper Bone & Joint Institute where he served as a team physician for Rutgers-Camden University, Rowan University, and the Philadelphia Wings. (Professional Indoor Lacrosse)

One of Dr. Neidecker’s passions is ringside medicine. He is the Vice President of the Association of Ringside Physicians (ARP), an international non-profit organization, dedicated to the health and protection of boxers and mixed martial artists. He is active in covering combat sports events in both New York and North Carolina. He was the lead author or the ARPs Consensus Statement on concussion in combat sports and can be seen working cage-side at Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) events.

Dr. Neidecker is also an active member of the American Osteopathic Association, the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, and the National Athletic Trainers Association. In addition, he is a member and has received the award of Fellow from the American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine.

Dr. Neidecker is involved in medical education and is an assistant professor at Campbell University, School of Osteopathic Medicine. He volunteers his time and gives lectures to students and healthcare providers on the local, national and international levels. He offers to have medical students, residents, and fellows work with him for their clinical rotations.

With Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina, Dr. Neidecker serves as one of the team physicians for the Carolina Mudcats. He provides event coverage for Wake County high school football and wrestling. He is also involved annually with providing medical care at the North Carolina High School State Wrestling Championships.

As part of his practice, Dr. Neidecker treats all musculoskeletal injuries as well as sports-related concussions. For certain conditions, he will use musculoskeletal ultrasound and platelet-rich plasma therapy. He also offers treatment and prevention of common skin lesions of wrestlers and cauliflower ear.

Education
High Point University

Medical School
Rowan University, School of Osteopathic Medicine

Residency
Rowan University, School of Osteopathic Medicine- Family Practice Residency/ Cleveland Clinic- Sports Medicine Fellowship

Specialty
Sports injuries & sports-related concussions

Board Certifications
Family Practice & Sports Medicine