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Dr. Earl Walker Jr, MD

Dr. Earl Walker Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Earl Walker Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Morganton, NC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Walker Jr has extensive experience in Ankle & Foot Surgery. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Rutherford Regional Medical Center and Frye Regional Medical Center.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

503 E Parker Rd Morganton, NC 28655

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Walker Jr specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Walker Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Walker Jr

4.5
22 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
82%
82%
4 star
0%
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3 star
9%
9%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
5%
5%

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Takes time to explain
Understanding
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 14, 2025
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Outstanding care!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 31, 2024
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Never had anything even close to a bad experience.
He found out my foot was broken. Operated on it. Always took care of the paperwork so I could get paid still at work. Great recovery. Great doctor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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James Ste – Oct 10, 2024
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Really please with the surgery.
Appointment on time and professional. Very concerned how you are doing.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 25, 2024
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Great doctor
Love the nurses but wait time in the waiting room kind of horrible other than that very good doctor Dr Walker he takes his time with you and so to the nurses make sure everything's okay with you
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Andy – Sep 12, 2024
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Left without knowing what's wrong.
I wanted to see a specialist to discover why I was having the problem. A diagnoses Instead, after a couple of standing x-rays I get a prescription for unspecified 'therapy,' comment on my arch, along with the suggestion that, If that doesn't improve things, we'll take another look. So, I still have no idea what is wrong. I don't have to agree to your policy to provide feedback! Some 'patient centered' approach! -- H Grades User Agreement, Editorial Policy and Privacy Policy.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Aug 14, 2024
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Toes are a complicated things. I agreed with Dr Walker, toes not good but no more surgery on this foot.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 11, 2024
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The Best
Professionalism, knowledge, skill all are outstanding. Dr Walker is the best surgeon I’ve ever had.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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S. Hughes – Oct 22, 2023
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Great Orthopedic Dr as well as a kind & caring Man.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Donna Kennedy – Jul 23, 2023
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Dr. Walker Jr. Im so blessed I was referred to him. He repaired both ankles. Dr. Walker isn't only an excellent surgeon, but a excellent listener as well. You don't feel rushed in his practice. He's the best.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Monica in TAYLORSVILLE,NC – Feb 08, 2017
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Excellent job on hammertoe surgery
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Charles williams in Connelly Stings NC – Dec 13, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Earl Walker Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Morganton, NC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Walker Jr has extensive experience in Ankle & Foot Surgery. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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Locations

Practice

Carolina Orthopaedic Specialist PA503 E Parker Rd Morganton, NC 28655
1

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Carolina Orthopaedic Specialist2165 Medical Park Dr Hickory, NC 28602
2

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Carolina Orthopaedic Specialist. PA841 Malcolm Blvd Rutherford College, NC 28671
3

Practice

EmergeOrtho PA232 Sharon Ave NW Lenoir, NC 28645
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mission Hospital McDowell

    430 Rankin Dr
    Marion, NC 28752

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Frye Regional Medical Center

    420 N Center St
    Hickory, NC 28601

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Carolinas Healthcare System-Blue Ridge

    2201 S Sterling St
    Morganton, NC 28655
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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