Joint Replacement, Hip Replacement, Knee Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Leland, Wilmington, Burgaw
Most recent review: 4 days ago
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4.9
901 Ratings
430 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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Went above and beyond to care for me
(4 days ago)
Apr-2026
Very professional and great bedside manner
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Personable and competent.
Excellent result with both my knee replacements.
If I had more knees I'd ask Dr Hocker to perform the surgery.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Hocker is a very well respected and excellent surgeon. He has seen so many injuries and managed care for many patients- including me. I feel like my shoulder is stronger than before and his work was impeccable. Thankful to have him for any orthopedic concerns that may arise.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Took care of it
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Hocker is the best. He reviews patient history and diagnostics and explains treatment to patient. I trust him.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Hocker is top notch! He is very knowledgeable, courteous, and professional and incredibly good at what he does. I highly recommend him for anyone’s orthopedic needs.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Excelletn, thorough, and communicative.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
The best of the best! Hope he never retires.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Hocker is an outstanding Orthopedic Surgeon. I worked with him in the O.R. a few years back and knew that he would be my go to guy if I ever had shoulder issues. I ended up having to undergo a rotator cuff repair and Dr. Hocker did an amazing job. If I ever have friends or family that need shoulder repair Dr. Hocker is who I will send them to. Wilmington, NC is very blessed to have Dr. Hocker available for their orthopedic solutions .
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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
Went above and beyond to care for me
Very professional and great bedside manner
Personable and competent. Excellent result with both my knee replacements. If I had more knees I'd ask Dr Hocker to perform the surgery.
Dr. Hocker is a very well respected and excellent surgeon. He has seen so many injuries and managed care for many patients- including me. I feel like my shoulder is stronger than before and his work was impeccable. Thankful to have him for any orthopedic concerns that may arise.
Took care of it
Dr. Hocker is the best. He reviews patient history and diagnostics and explains treatment to patient. I trust him.
Dr. Hocker is top notch! He is very knowledgeable, courteous, and professional and incredibly good at what he does. I highly recommend him for anyone’s orthopedic needs.
Excelletn, thorough, and communicative.
The best of the best! Hope he never retires.
Dr. Hocker is an outstanding Orthopedic Surgeon. I worked with him in the O.R. a few years back and knew that he would be my go to guy if I ever had shoulder issues. I ended up having to undergo a rotator cuff repair and Dr. Hocker did an amazing job. If I ever have friends or family that need shoulder repair Dr. Hocker is who I will send them to. Wilmington, NC is very blessed to have Dr. Hocker available for their orthopedic solutions . .