Our mission is to help patients achieve their personal wellness goals by providing comprehensive musculoskeletal care that is unsurpassed in quality, accessibility and compassion. We are dedicated to Improving Lives - Everyday. The Orthopaedic Institute is a private practice group of specialty physicians providing the complete spectrum of musculoskeletal care. TOI has served North Florida for more than 30 years and has five locations in Gainesville, Ocala, Lake City, Alachua and The Villages. From prevention and diagnosis to treatment and rehabilitation, the experienced specialists of TOI offer patient-centered solutions to help individuals achieve their personal wellness goals.
Primary Specialty
Orthopedic Surgeon
EducationMedical School: Georgetown University - 1995
TrainingResidency Training: Tulane University Medical Center
CertificationBoard Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
I recently had total hip replacement and I have zero complaints and nothing but praise. It was so much better than I ever imagined. The surgery was done without any issues, I was walking without walker or cane in just two days, my 8 weeks of post op recovery went very smoothly, I did not need pain meds beyond Tylenol when needed (mostly at night), and everyone at the office and hospital was top notch. i would do it again in a heart beat if necessary.
I saw Dr Locker for a knee injury. I work in a hospital, however, chose to go outside of my own facility as I felt Dr Locker and the Ocala Orthopedic Institute were better suited to my needs. EVERY single person I encountered from scheduling my first appointment to pre -op and complement of treatment were extraordinarily kind, friendly , professional and did things in a timely manner. Not only is the office building beautiful, I was very impressed with the surgery center. I will not even consider going to any other orthopedic provider.