Dr. Joseph R. Locker
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4500 W NEWBERRY RD
Ocala, FL, United States
34470
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Accepting New Patients
Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients
Biography
Dr. Joseph Locker is General Orthopedist with focus on Sports Medicine and joint reconstruction/replacement servicing Central Florida including Ocala and The Villages. Team Physician for the College of Central Florida. Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery with UCF College of Medicine. 20+ years experience. Dr. Locker is one of the most experienced surgeons in the Southeast with regards to anterior hip replacement, including training of other surgeons and implant and technique design. Has been instrumental in designing outpatient protocols for OSCO, the ambulatory surgery center of The Orthopedic Institute in Ocala that has performed hundreds of same day joint joint replacements. As a former two-sport D1 collegiate athlete, has a special interest in managing sports injuries in both the high school and the 'mature' athlete. Dr. Locker's goal is to get the athlete back on the field as soon as possible, with or without surgery.
Languages
- English
Education
- Tulane University
- Boston College
- GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE (Grad. 1991)
Awesome Dr. Locker and staff. 💯 excellent team and highly recommend.
Submitted Jan. 3, 2024