Joint Replacement, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Leland, Wilmington, Burgaw
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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4.9
719 Ratings
349 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.
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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Always a wonderful experience with Dr.Hocker. Professional, engaging, good answers! Highly recommend.
(3 days ago)
Nov-2025
What a great Doctor! He is very personable & caring. Listens to all your concerns.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Very pleasant. !
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Actually sat down and explained everything to me. I had a short list of questions and he answered everyone. I didn’t feel rushed. I have a lot of confidence in his ability for a successful hip surgery!
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
I’ve been a pt of Dr Hocker’s for over (8) years, following my osteoarthritis (knees), recently culminating in a complete right knee replacement. All encounters have been good and Dr. Hocker is always concerned about my well being.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Took the time to explain what my issue was and how he thought we should treat it! Dr Hocker replaced my left knee about 12 years ago. It is still going strong! Thank you sid
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
He is amazing! My shoulder feels better than it has in years.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Awesome Dr..
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent at explaining issue and treatment options
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Very professional caring doctor..I feel comfortable around him.
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
Always a wonderful experience with Dr.Hocker. Professional, engaging, good answers! Highly recommend.
What a great Doctor! He is very personable & caring. Listens to all your concerns.
Very pleasant. !
Actually sat down and explained everything to me. I had a short list of questions and he answered everyone. I didn’t feel rushed. I have a lot of confidence in his ability for a successful hip surgery!
I’ve been a pt of Dr Hocker’s for over (8) years, following my osteoarthritis (knees), recently culminating in a complete right knee replacement. All encounters have been good and Dr. Hocker is always concerned about my well being.
Took the time to explain what my issue was and how he thought we should treat it! Dr Hocker replaced my left knee about 12 years ago. It is still going strong! Thank you sid
He is amazing! My shoulder feels better than it has in years.
Awesome Dr..
Excellent at explaining issue and treatment options
Very professional caring doctor..I feel comfortable around him.