Dr. Craig Rineer, M.D. practices in Wilmington at 2716 Ashton Drive and Brunswick Forest in Leland at 1168 East Cutlar Crossing. Dr. Rineer graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania where he received degrees in bioengineering from the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences and in economics from the Wharton School. He earned his medical degree from the Duke University School of Medicine where he graduated Alpha Omega Alpha and was a Nanaline Duke Scholar. He also received the Joseph Markee Memorial Award in Gross Anatomy and the Phillips Medical Systems Award for academic achievement. He completed his orthopedic residency in the Harvard Combined Orthopedic Residency Program. He then returned to the Duke University Medical Center where he completed a fellowship in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery.
Dr. Craig Rineer, M.D. practices in Wilmington at 2716 Ashton Drive and Brunswick Forest in Leland at 1168 East Cutlar Crossing. Dr. Rineer graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania where he received degrees in bioengineering from the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences and in economics from the Wharton School. He earned his medical degree from the Duke University School of Medicine where he graduated Alpha Omega Alpha and was a Nanaline Duke Scholar. He also received the Joseph Markee Memorial Award in Gross Anatomy and the Phillips Medical Systems Award for academic achievement. He completed his orthopedic residency in the Harvard Combined Orthopedic Residency Program. He then returned to the Duke University Medical Center where he completed a fellowship in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery.
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Excellent surgeon!
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
A wonderful experience ✨️ Dr. Rineer had my trust from the get-go. His way of addressing my hand issues and clearly & thoroughly explaining all my treatment options was a blessing. I left with more peace than I have had in months.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Glad for second opinions and options for treatment.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. Rineer was very pleasant and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend!
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Very patient, thorough, and knowledgeable.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Excellent care. No delays and did not feel rushed.
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Knew my situation—had studied my chart—had a suggested plan of action.
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Excellent physician
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Wonderful , informative and helps patients understand in layman terms.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Great care. Dr. Rineer's knowledge and understanding of how you are feeling makes me feel better the minute he says hello!
Dr. Craig Rineer, M.D. practices in Wilmington at 2716 Ashton Drive and Brunswick Forest in Leland at 1168 East Cutlar Crossing. Dr. Rineer graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania where he received degrees in bioengineering from the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences and in economics from the Wharton School. He earned his medical degree from the Duke University School of Medicine where he graduated Alpha Omega Alpha and was a Nanaline Duke Scholar. He also received the Joseph Markee Memorial Award in Gross Anatomy and the Phillips Medical Systems Award for academic achievement. He completed his orthopedic residency in the Harvard Combined Orthopedic Residency Program. He then returned to the Duke University Medical Center where he completed a fellowship in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery.
He’s certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery with a Subspecialty Certificate in Surgery of the Hand. Dr. Rineer is affiliated and performs inpatient and outpatient orthopedic surgery with Novant Health. Dr. Rineer is an owner of the Brunswick Surgery Center, LLC where he performs outpatient orthopedic surgery.
Dr. Rineer has a special interest in several procedures involving the hand and upper extremity, including: elbow arthroscopy; hand, wrist and elbow trauma; hand, wrist and elbow arthritis surgery; hand, wrist and elbow joint replacement; minimally invasive hand, wrist and elbow surgery; thumb CMC replacement; wrist arthroscopy; Xiaflex treatment for Dupuytren’s contracture.
Education Undergraduate: University of Pennsylvania (Summa Cum Laude) Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine (Alpha Omega Alpha) Residency: Harvard Combined Orthopedic Residency Program Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center Fellowship Trained in Hand, Upper Extremity and Microvascular Surgery
Certifications Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery Subspecialty Certificate in Surgery of the Hand
Excellent surgeon!
A wonderful experience ✨️ Dr. Rineer had my trust from the get-go. His way of addressing my hand issues and clearly & thoroughly explaining all my treatment options was a blessing. I left with more peace than I have had in months.
Glad for second opinions and options for treatment.
Dr. Rineer was very pleasant and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend!
Very patient, thorough, and knowledgeable.
Excellent care. No delays and did not feel rushed.
Knew my situation—had studied my chart—had a suggested plan of action.
Excellent physician
Wonderful , informative and helps patients understand in layman terms.
Great care. Dr. Rineer's knowledge and understanding of how you are feeling makes me feel better the minute he says hello!