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Joseph Barker

Dr. Joseph U. Barker , MD

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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.

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RATINGS AND REVIEWS

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3001 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27612
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Raleigh Orthopaedic - Raleigh
3001 Edwards Mill Rd
Raleigh, NC, 27612
75 REVIEWS
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"Appt was at 8:15. Said to arrive 30 minutes early but phone receptionist said 15 minutes. By 8:15 I had been checked in, brought back for prelim questions AND had xrays done! Then Dr Barker came in moments later. Very thorough, very informative and concerned. And receptive for my choice to take natural food anti-inflamatory vs pills. Said it would take a week to get insurance approval for MRI. I got a phone call within the hour for an MRI the very next morning!!! Awesome, efficient, personable staff!"
  • November 1, 2024
"Dr Barker quickly diagnosed my issue with a treatment plan that he is confident that will address my issues and provide pain relief. Highly recommend"
  • October 11, 2024
"Very good doctor and person . Makes you feel comfortable and at ease. Im a nervous wimp and he eased me right on through."
  • October 10, 2024
"He explained everything very thoroughly very knowledgeable. Enjoyed my experience."
  • August 28, 2024
"Wonderful and brilliant surgeon."
  • August 25, 2024
"Dr Barker is very thorough & offered several treatment options. He spent a lot of time listening to my symptoms & evaluating my knees."
  • August 7, 2024
"Dr Barker is an excellent Orthopedic physician. He listened to my complaint, explained my condition in easy to understand detail and prescribed treatment. He gave me the professional time needed and is a very pleasant Doctor. Staff are also very pleasant and efficient . I highly recommend him."
  • August 2, 2024
"Dr. Barker was very personable and learned. I believe he was able to quickly assess my situation and recommend 3 different courses of treatment. He seemed easily supportive of my choice and set the wheels in motion for my plan. Staff were professional and facility was clean."
  • June 19, 2024
"We had a great experience wuth Dr. Barker on several occasions."
  • May 19, 2024
"He is awesome. He listened to me and explained everything. I would recommend him to everyone"
  • April 8, 2024
"Very efficient office. Very little wait time. They have an xray and MRI on site to help get the tests done when needed. They also text you when they submit pre-authorization stuff to insurance. Dr. Barker and the PA seem to know what they are doing and don't mind spending time with you to answer all of your questions."
  • April 2, 2024
"Dr Barker is very skilled and knowledgeable. He is a great listener and provides great care."
  • February 23, 2024
"Dr. Barker is extremely thorough as well as kind, and was able to see me very soon after I injured my right knee - he had operated on my left knee 6 weeks earlier. He and his staff were also extremely accommodating and were able to get rapid approval from my insurance to get an MRI. I can't say enough wonderful things about Dr. Barker and the entire Raleigh Orthopedics staff, and I come from a family of orthopedic surgeons! My left knee is healing so well from my surgery and I know that my right knee will be in great hands too."
  • February 11, 2024
"Great"
  • February 7, 2024
"Fantastic very knowledgeable explanation was spot on. Thank you"
  • January 31, 2024
"If you are looking for an Ortho specialist, please go see Dr Barker. There are no comments I can write here to fully describe the professionalism Dr Barker possesses."
  • January 11, 2024
"Reception was professional and still very nice and relaxed. Nurses were also professional, very nice and could still have humor about them. Doctor was also professional, and most important he took a little time if I had a question. I am glad I chose him to handle me surgery."
  • January 8, 2024
"Dr Barker has excellent bedside manner. He answered all my questions and addressed any concerns I had. He is a wonderful surgeon."
  • December 22, 2023
"Dr Barker is great. Straightforward and helpful."
  • December 20, 2023
"Dr. Barker is very knowledgeable, professional, and honest. O Highly recommend him."
  • December 15, 2023

LOCATIONS

3001 Edwards Mill Rd
Raleigh, NC, 27612
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
1325 Timber Dr E
Garner, NC, 27529
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

CONDITIONS TREATED

  • Arm pain (age 13 & up)
  • Knee pain (age 13-59)
  • Hip pain (age 13-59)
  • Leg pain (age 13-59)
  • Shoulder pain (age 13 & up)
  • Bicep pain
  • Humerus fracture - proximal
  • Hip labral tear

PROCEDURES PERFORMED

  • Shoulder arthroscopy
  • Hip arthroscopy
  • Knee arthroscopy
  • Cartilage restoration
  • Knee MACI procedure

SPECIALTIES

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine

CERTIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School
Duke University School Of Medicine
Graduated 2004
Fellowship
Rush University Medical Center (Sports Medicine)
Residency
Cornell University's Hospital for Special Surgery

Languages Spoken

  • English

INSURANCE PLANS ACCEPTED  (12)

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
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  • Coventry
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • Humana Military
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan
  • Tricare East
  • Prime Healthcare
  • MedCost

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