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Dr. Shawn Hocker, MD

Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery*
4.7 (97)
Map Pin Small Wilmington, NC
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24 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Shawn Hocker, MD

Dr. Shawn Hocker, MD is a Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Wilmington, NC. They specialize in Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery, has 24 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. They graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine and is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center and Novant Health Pender Medical Center. Dr. Hocker, completed a residency at Duke University Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Hocker an average 4.7 star rating.

Dr. Hocker works at Practice in Wilmington, NC with other offices in Leland, NC and Burgaw, NC. They frequently treat conditions like Osteoarthritis and Joint Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Hocker's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Ortho Wilmington PA
    3787 Shipyard Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28403 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (910) 763-7925
  2. 2
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    1168 E Cutlar Crossing Ste 301, Leland, NC 28451 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (910) 332-3800
  3. 3
    Emergeortho PA
    209 Us Highway 117 N, Burgaw, NC 28425 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (800) 359-3053
  4. 4
    Select Physical Therapy Holdings Inc
    2716 Ashton Dr, Wilmington, NC 28412 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (910) 332-3800
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center
  • Novant Health Pender Medical Center

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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
Somatic Nerve Block
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Difficulty With Walking
Genu Varum
Knee Osteophyte
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Knee Replacement
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Knee Dislocation
Arthrocentesis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Replacement
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Genu Valgum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Tendinitis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Limb Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Patellar Tendonitis
Piriformis Syndrome
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sciatica
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Tenosynovitis
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Shoulder
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bunion
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Dislocated Joint
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Hammer Toe
Hip Arthritis
Hip Disorders
Hip Flexor Strain
Hip Fracture
Hip Injury
Hip Muscle Strain
Hip Pain
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Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Clicking
Joint Disorders
Joint Fracture
Joint Stiffness
Joint Swelling
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Fracture
Knee Injuries
Knee Ligament Rupture
Knee Pain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Morton's Neuroma
Myelopathy
Myositis Ossificans
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Ottos Pelvis
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Runner's Knee
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Muscle Strain
Shoulder Pain
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arthritic Hip Reconstruction Surgery
Arthritic Knee Reconstruction
Arthritic Shoulder Reconstruction
Arthroplasty
Arthroscopic Joint Reconstruction
Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
Arthroscopic Labrum Repair
Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Arthroscopic Shoulder Reconstruction
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Humerus
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Joint Replacement Surgery
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Cartilage Repair
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement
Minimally Invasive Joint Surgery
Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Cartilage Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Reconstruction
Shoulder Surgery
Spinal Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Total Joint Replacement
Total Joint Replacement and Revision
Total Knee Replacement
Total Shoulder Replacement
Trigger Point Injection
Uni-Compartmental Knee Replacement
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    4.7
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    Specialties*
    • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 24 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1942234240
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Utah Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Duke University Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of North Carolina School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of North Carolina
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
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    Dr. Hocker has seen patients for Osteoarthritis and Joint Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Hocker on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    97 patients have reviewed Dr. Hocker. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Hocker.

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