Orthopedics: Hip, Knee, Shoulder, and Sports Medicine
Raleigh, Garner
Most recent review: 4 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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Well it’s day 3 of a knee clean out. No pain but some swelling minimally. Don’t remember seeing MD post but pictures look good. Rode 10 miles on stationary bike.
(4 days ago)
Aug-2026
Great bedside manner
Very patient focused
I would recommend this Dr
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Dr Barker is an amazing physician. I’m so glad he did my AC replacement and meniscus repair. While the road to recovery is a long one and requires patience, Dr Barker and his team have supported me along the way. Highly recommend!
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Barker is wonderful! He
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
He had a number of recommendations from friends. We were able to get n appointment with a few days of calling and the office staff was able to get us into an even earlier appointment when I called to check for any cancellations.
Dr. Barker was very knowledgeable and helpful in his assessment of my son’s injury. We are extremely pleased with our experience so far and know we made the right decision seeing him.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
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!
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Excellent physician
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Excellent doctor, highly recommended and professionalism is off the charts.
(1 week 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.
(1 week 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%
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)
Well it’s day 3 of a knee clean out. No pain but some swelling minimally. Don’t remember seeing MD post but pictures look good. Rode 10 miles on stationary bike.
Great bedside manner Very patient focused I would recommend this Dr
Dr Barker is an amazing physician. I’m so glad he did my AC replacement and meniscus repair. While the road to recovery is a long one and requires patience, Dr Barker and his team have supported me along the way. Highly recommend!
Dr. Barker is wonderful! He
He had a number of recommendations from friends. We were able to get n appointment with a few days of calling and the office staff was able to get us into an even earlier appointment when I called to check for any cancellations. Dr. Barker was very knowledgeable and helpful in his assessment of my son’s injury. We are extremely pleased with our experience so far and know we made the right decision seeing him.
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%