Summary

Dr. John Harker is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, bringing 37 years of experience to his practice. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Harker is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Harker maintains affiliations with several respected hospitals throughout the Tampa Bay area, including Morton Plant Hospital, Mease Dunedin Hospital, and AdventHealth Tampa, with practice locations in Largo, Clearwater, Tampa, Safety Harbor, and Dunedin, Florida. He focuses on treating joint pain, osteoarthritis, and knee problems. His approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and hands-on manual therapy techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.7
  • 37 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic
  • 32 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 8 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Nicholas Harker has 6 locations

Morton Plant Hospital

300 Pinellas StClearwater, FL 33756

Mease Countryside Hospital

3231 Mcmullen Booth RdSafety Harbor, FL 34695

Mease Dunedin Hospital

601 Main StDunedin, FL 34698

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37 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Largo , FLPensacola , FLGulf Breeze , FLGulf Breeze , FL
Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. John Nicholas Harker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Nicholas Harker has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Arthritis
  • Arthroscopy
  • Biopsy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Disorders
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Tubal Ligation (Permanent Sterilization in Women)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Florida, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Nova Southeastern University College Of OsteopathicGraduated in 1989

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What languages does Dr. John Harker speak?
Dr. John Harker speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. John Harker's office located?
Dr. John Harker's office is located at 2025 Indian Rocks Rd S, Largo, FL, 33774.

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