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Shawn B. Hocker, MD
EmergeOrtho
Joint Replacement, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Leland, Wilmington, Burgaw
4.9
459 Ratings
221 Comments
Dr. Shawn Hocker, M.D. practices in Wilmington at 3787 Shipyard Boulevard, in Brunswick Forest at 1168 East Cutlar Crossing in Leland and will soon offer office hours at our new location in Burgaw. Dr. Hocker is a board certified orthopedic surgeon and is dual fellowship trained in adult joint reconstruction and sports medicine. He completed his undergraduate and medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his residency in orthopedic surgery from Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC. He then finished his surgical training with a fellowship in adult joint reconstruction and sports medicine from the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. Dr. Hocker holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Sports Medicine.
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4.9
459 Ratings
221 Comments
Dr. Shawn Hocker, M.D. practices in Wilmington at 3787 Shipyard Boulevard, in Brunswick Forest at 1168 East Cutlar Crossing in Leland and will soon offer office hours at our new location in Burgaw. Dr. Hocker is a board certified orthopedic surgeon and is dual fellowship trained in adult joint reconstruction and sports medicine. He completed his undergraduate and medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his residency in orthopedic surgery from Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC. He then finished his surgical training with a fellowship in adult joint reconstruction and sports medicine from the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. Dr. Hocker holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Sports Medicine.
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Coastal Region: Burgaw - Orthopedics
209 US Highway 117
Suite B
North Burgaw, NC 28425
Suite B
North Burgaw, NC 28425
Coastal Region: Leland – Brunswick Forest - Orthopedics
1168 East Cutlar Crossing
Suites: 102, 201, 301, 302
Leland, NC 28451
Suites: 102, 201, 301, 302
Leland, NC 28451
Coastal Region: Wilmington - Shipyard - Orthopedics
3787 Shipyard Blvd
Wilmington, NC 28403
Wilmington, NC 28403
Dr. Shawn Hocker, M.D. practices in Wilmington at 3787 Shipyard Boulevard, in Brunswick Forest at 1168 East Cutlar Crossing in Leland and will soon offer office hours at our new location in Burgaw. Dr. Hocker is a board certified orthopedic surgeon and is dual fellowship trained in adult joint reconstruction and sports medicine. He completed his undergraduate and medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his residency in orthopedic surgery from Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC. He then finished his surgical training with a fellowship in adult joint reconstruction and sports medicine from the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. Dr. Hocker holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Sports Medicine.
While at UNC, Dr. Hocker was Captain of the 1993 Tar Heel Football Team and in 1994, he played for the NFL’s San Diego Chargers. He has helped to develop one of the current operating computer navigation systems used for total knee replacement surgery.
Dr. Hocker’s particular interests are in total joint replacement of the shoulder, knee and hip, less-invasive knee, hip and shoulder surgery, partial knee replacement, arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder, computer-assisted knee replacement, gender specific knee replacement and patient specific customized knee replacement and sports medicine.
He is a member of The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. Dr. Hocker is the president of the North Carolina Orthopedic Association.
Dr. Hocker enjoys travel, SCUBA, skiing, fishing and kayaking. He and his wife Coo enjoy raising and spending time with their two sons and daughter.
Education
Undergraduate: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Medical School: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Residency: Duke University Medical Center, Durham
Fellowship: University of Utah, Salt Lake City
Fellowship-Trained in Sports Medicine
Fellowship-Trained in Adult Joint Reconstruction
Certifications
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Certificate of Added Qualifications in Sports Medicine
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I met with PA Ryan and was very pleased with him. He was very attentive, answered all my questions and explained my options very thoroughly.
Dr. Hocker really cares about husband patients. He explains things in layman's terms and is very gentle when giving injections. He is very easy to communicate with and he actually listens when I talk to him.All these things and more are why I trust his judgment. I have had one hip replaced by Dr. Hocker and will definitely want him to do any more I may need. The nurse and office staff/ xray techs are very adept at what they do also. Thanks Emerg Ortho in Leland!
Great surgeon that takes the time to explain things.
Dr Hocker is absolutely the best, most knowledgeable and compassionate surgeon I have ever encountered. Surgically repaired my left shoulder - now pain free, and currently treating my right.
Dr. Hocker is the ABSOLUTE BEST Orthopedic Surgeon!! He builds a relationship with his patients and after 12 years together, and 2 new knees, we would NEVER go to another Orthopedic Surgeon!! His knowledge is extensive, his surgical expertise is the very BEST! He LOVES what he does and it shows!! If you want the BEST & an EXCEPTIONAL Surgical Outcome, make an appointment with Dr. Hocker today!!
Easy to speak with—personable. Took time to explain situation and options. Wish he had not been the one to discuss concierge program. Could make the patient feel as though their experience/outcome may not be the same without it, perhaps getting lesser quality sure. Wish he had provided a PT option for now.
Thank you!
Explains things very well. Exudes confidence in his abilities to get you back to your full potential.
Excellence !
Please with his service