Orthopedics: Hip, Knee, Shoulder, and Sports Medicine
Raleigh, Garner
Most recent review: 3 days ago
New
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.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Informative, good bedside manner. Did a thorough exam to diagnose and treat my problem.
(3 days ago)
Aug-2026
Excellent experience with Dr. Barker and the entire team. 8
(3 days ago)
Aug-2026
Friendly & knowledgeable!
(5 days ago)
Aug-2026
Long time patient, 2 rotator cuff repairs. Both with minimal pain and quick recovery. Doesn't get better than that.
(6 days ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Barker is an excellent orthopedic surgeon! His whole team is remarkable! From the staff in the office to all the staff at the surgery center, thank you for being so friendly and kind!
(6 days ago)
Aug-2026
I was really happy with quick thoroughness and no push for surgery. Thanks Doc.
(6 days ago)
Aug-2026
Expert in his field. Took the time to review images/issues with me and is thorough. Under Lantern for State Employees. Highly recommend!
(6 days ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Barker was very friendly and attentive. The wait time to see him was a little longer than I’d like but everyone was very nice and the rooms were nice and clean.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Great experience. Everyone was friendly and very efficient
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Barker is friendly and explains things well. So thankful to be under his & his team's care.
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)
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.
Dr. Barker is an excellent orthopedic surgeon! His whole team is remarkable! From the staff in the office to all the staff at the surgery center, thank you for being so friendly and kind!
I was really happy with quick thoroughness and no push for surgery. Thanks Doc.
Expert in his field. Took the time to review images/issues with me and is thorough. Under Lantern for State Employees. Highly recommend!
Dr. Barker was very friendly and attentive. The wait time to see him was a little longer than I’d like but everyone was very nice and the rooms were nice and clean.
Great experience. Everyone was friendly and very efficient
Dr Barker is friendly and explains things well. So thankful to be under his & his team's care.