Orthopedics: Hip, Knee, Shoulder, and Sports Medicine
Raleigh, Garner
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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4.9
4.6K Ratings
1.3K 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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I just had shoulder surgery with Dr. Barker on Thursday and I can’t say enough great things about him and his team. I would 10/10 recommend him to anyone who needs an exceptional orthopedic surgeon.
(3 days ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Barker is a top notch physician with an excellent bedside manner and top notch staff. Dr. Barker was able to solve multiple ongoing issues as a result of military service with one procedure. Have referred multiple friends to Dr. Barker as a result of his expert care. Top Notch Physician.
(5 days ago)
Oct-2025
Always takes time to thoroughly discuss results and options.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Top notch!!
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Barker is the man
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Barker is so kind and personable. He validated my concerns and is extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him to others.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr Barker and his team have great communication.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Really enjoyed meeting Dr Barker. Very attentive and also very nice person.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
The best orthopedic doctor i have ever had.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Barker did my menisectomy, was very helpful throughout the process. Went home full weight bearing with very little pain throughout the first few days.
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)
I just had shoulder surgery with Dr. Barker on Thursday and I can’t say enough great things about him and his team. I would 10/10 recommend him to anyone who needs an exceptional orthopedic surgeon.
Dr. Barker is a top notch physician with an excellent bedside manner and top notch staff. Dr. Barker was able to solve multiple ongoing issues as a result of military service with one procedure. Have referred multiple friends to Dr. Barker as a result of his expert care. Top Notch Physician.
Always takes time to thoroughly discuss results and options.
Top notch!!
Dr. Barker is the man
Dr. Barker is so kind and personable. He validated my concerns and is extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him to others.
Dr Barker and his team have great communication.
Really enjoyed meeting Dr Barker. Very attentive and also very nice person.
The best orthopedic doctor i have ever had.
Dr. Barker did my menisectomy, was very helpful throughout the process. Went home full weight bearing with very little pain throughout the first few days.