Orthopedics: Hip, Knee, Shoulder, and Sports Medicine
Raleigh, Garner
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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4.9
4.7K Ratings
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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 reconstructed my 35 year old deconstructed knee restoration on 3/3. Leading up to Dr. Barkers procedure there was noticable pain and instability due to a torn ACL and meniscus abuse.
Fast forward to three days after the reconstruction and I could not be happier with the procedure, Dr. Barker, his team and the whole Raleigh Orthopedic experience.
Yes, I am wearing a brace for now, have tapered off the meds (his team also provided an opiate-free menu) walking cautiously without crutches and hit my first local PT session today and sensible plan forward - yes I am icing constantly with a machine, expectedly tired but mobile and happy.
This experience is way better than what I experienced 35 years ago (not fully weight bearing and on crutches for six months) - so the modern approach is much more progressive and accommodating to adult life.
Grateful to have been paired up with this group.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Barker was professional and thorough. He took his time and I didn’t feel rushed.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Excellent service
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Excellent physician.He explained to me what he was going to be doing to repair my knee. From the first appointment to surgery, I had confidence that Dr.Barker and his PA Christian would take good care of me. Thank you for such amazing medical care.
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Great doctor! Courtesy professional and explained everything to me in a clear and concise manner!
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Excellent Dr! Very caring. On time. Always there for my family!
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Best of the best!!!
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Very patient and made us feel as special as if we were his only clients.
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 reconstructed my 35 year old deconstructed knee restoration on 3/3. Leading up to Dr. Barkers procedure there was noticable pain and instability due to a torn ACL and meniscus abuse. Fast forward to three days after the reconstruction and I could not be happier with the procedure, Dr. Barker, his team and the whole Raleigh Orthopedic experience. Yes, I am wearing a brace for now, have tapered off the meds (his team also provided an opiate-free menu) walking cautiously without crutches and hit my first local PT session today and sensible plan forward - yes I am icing constantly with a machine, expectedly tired but mobile and happy. This experience is way better than what I experienced 35 years ago (not fully weight bearing and on crutches for six months) - so the modern approach is much more progressive and accommodating to adult life. Grateful to have been paired up with this group.
Dr. Barker was professional and thorough. He took his time and I didn’t feel rushed.
Excellent service
Excellent physician.He explained to me what he was going to be doing to repair my knee. From the first appointment to surgery, I had confidence that Dr.Barker and his PA Christian would take good care of me. Thank you for such amazing medical care.
Great doctor! Courtesy professional and explained everything to me in a clear and concise manner!
Excellent Dr! Very caring. On time. Always there for my family!
Best of the best!!!
Very patient and made us feel as special as if we were his only clients.
Very polite and understandable
Great service and professionalism