Orthopedics: Hip, Knee, Shoulder, and Sports Medicine
Raleigh, Garner
Most recent review: 2 days ago
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4.9
4.9K Ratings
1.5K Comments
Dr. Barker is a fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon in Sports Medicine and is a team physician for the Carolina Hurricanes, NC State University, and Broughton High School. His areas of expertise include sports medicine, shoulder, hip and knee arthroscopy, and cartilage restoration.
Dr. Barker is a fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon in Sports Medicine and is a team physician for the Carolina Hurricanes, NC State University, and Broughton High School. His areas of expertise include sports medicine, shoulder, hip and knee arthroscopy, and cartilage restoration.
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Dr. Barker did an excellent job of explaining everything regarding my surgery and my condition. My shoulder was injured very badly and he did a remarkable job of fixing me up. He is also very friendly and he and his team are very involved in patient care and support. Highly recommended!
(2 days ago)
Aug-2026
Excellent physician
(4 days ago)
Aug-2026
Excellent doctor, highly recommended and professionalism is off the charts.
(6 days ago)
Aug-2026
Two years ago, he repaired my hip. I am still so thankful for his unparalleled skill as a surgeon as well as his kindness to me. Today, I chose to be a returning patient for a shoulder repair because I know he will again do his very best for me.
(6 days ago)
Aug-2026
Hands down the best doctor I’ve ever met! Dr. Barker is so knowledgeable and his bedside manner should be a shining example to many. I can’t thank Dr. Barker enough for his help through my hip pain and getting me back to 100%
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Dr Barker was very professional and very informative. Answered all my questions and my husband and I are pleased that we chose him to perform my upcoming surgery. Thank God that a friend of mine mentioned Raleigh Ortho for me to get my surgery done . Great location and staff
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(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Informative, good bedside manner. Did a thorough exam to diagnose and treat my problem.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Excellent experience with Dr. Barker and the entire team. 8
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Friendly & knowledgeable!
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Long time patient, 2 rotator cuff repairs. Both with minimal pain and quick recovery. Doesn't get better than that.
Dr. Barker is a fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon in Sports Medicine and is a team physician for the Carolina Hurricanes, NC State University, and Broughton High School. His areas of expertise include sports medicine, shoulder, hip and knee arthroscopy, and cartilage restoration.
Dr. Barker grew up in Asheville, NC. He attended Wake Forest University for his undergraduate degree, where he received an academic scholarship and graduated with a 4.0 GPA. He attended Duke University School of Medicine on an academic scholarship and was awarded a Howard Hughes Fellowship for his orthopaedic research. He completed his surgical internship and his orthopaedic residency at Cornell University/Hospital for Special Surgery in New York ranked by U.S. News and World Report as the #1 orthopaedic hospital in the nation. He then was selected for a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the prestigious Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, where he was an assistant team physician for DePaul University, Chicago Steel Hockey, the Chicago White Sox, and the Chicago Bulls.
Dr. Barker has authored over 20 book chapters and scientific articles on hip, knee, and shoulder injuries. He is on the editorial board for the Journal of Knee Surgery and is a member of the International Cartilage Repair Society. His clinical and research interests include: ACL injuries, rotator cuff tears of the shoulder, meniscus surgery, hip arthroscopy, and cartilage repair. Having been involved in athletics for years with multiple personal sports injuries, Dr. Barker brings a unique understanding, knowledge, and dedication to providing quality care for patients of all ages and activity levels.
Medical School Duke University School of Medicine
Internship New York Hospital/Cornell University Medical Center
Residency Cornell University's Hospital for Special Surgery
Fellowship Rush University Medical Center (Sports Medicine)
Board Certification Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Subspecialty Certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, ABOS (2014)
Dr. Barker did an excellent job of explaining everything regarding my surgery and my condition. My shoulder was injured very badly and he did a remarkable job of fixing me up. He is also very friendly and he and his team are very involved in patient care and support. Highly recommended!
Excellent physician
Excellent doctor, highly recommended and professionalism is off the charts.
Two years ago, he repaired my hip. I am still so thankful for his unparalleled skill as a surgeon as well as his kindness to me. Today, I chose to be a returning patient for a shoulder repair because I know he will again do his very best for me.
Hands down the best doctor I’ve ever met! Dr. Barker is so knowledgeable and his bedside manner should be a shining example to many. I can’t thank Dr. Barker enough for his help through my hip pain and getting me back to 100%
Dr Barker was very professional and very informative. Answered all my questions and my husband and I are pleased that we chose him to perform my upcoming surgery. Thank God that a friend of mine mentioned Raleigh Ortho for me to get my surgery done . Great location and staff ..
Informative, good bedside manner. Did a thorough exam to diagnose and treat my problem.
Excellent experience with Dr. Barker and the entire team. 8
Friendly & knowledgeable!
Long time patient, 2 rotator cuff repairs. Both with minimal pain and quick recovery. Doesn't get better than that.