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Dr. Joseph Locker, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.8 (107)
Map Pin Small Ocala, FL
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Joseph Locker, MD

Dr. Joseph Locker, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Ocala, FL. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 29 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Georgetown University - Washington DC and is affiliated with HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, A part of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital. Dr. Locker, completed a residency at Tulane University - New Orleans LA. Patients rated Dr. Locker an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Locker works at The Orthopaedic Institute in Ocala, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Osteoarthritis, Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Hip along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Locker's Office Locations

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    The Orthopaedic Institute
    1710 SE 16TH AVE, Ocala, FL 34471 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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    08:00 - 17:00
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    The Orthopaedic Institute
    4600 SW 46th Ct Ste 220, Ocala, FL 34474 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Osteoarthritis
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Miner's Knee
Arthrocentesis
Knee Arthroscopy
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Steroid Injection
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Difficulty With Walking
Femur Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Medial Epicondylitis
Meniscus Tear
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Chondromalacia
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
ACL Surgery
Meniscectomy
Partial Knee Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Somatic Nerve Block
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Fracture
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Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lupus
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Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Piriformis Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylitis
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Biceps Tendon Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Hip Dislocation
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement Revision
Lateral Retinaculum Patella Release
Meniscus Surgery
Patellar Tendon Repair
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Trigger Finger Release
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.8
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    About Dr. Joseph Locker, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 29 years of experience
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    NPI Number
    • 1063497428
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Tulane University - New Orleans LA
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    Medical Education
    • Georgetown University - Washington DC
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    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital
    • HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, A part of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Joseph Locker, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Locker is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Locker has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Locker works at The Orthopaedic Institute in Ocala, FL. View the full address on Dr. Locker’s profile.

    Dr. Locker has seen patients for Osteoarthritis, Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Hip, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Locker on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    107 patients have reviewed Dr. Locker. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Locker.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Locker, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Locker appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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