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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Dr Rineer was exceptionally straight forward with his prognosis for my recovery, which I appreciated.
(3 days ago)
Mar-2026
Had consult with Dr. R. Very prompt, thorough, patient, nice.
(5 days ago)
Mar-2026
Timely. Informative. Polite.
(5 days ago)
Mar-2026
Knowledgeable, personable, thorough.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Courteous and a good communicator. Thanks!
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Excellent surgeon. Explained the procedure before surgery in a language that you understand. Would definitely recommend him, second time I had him preform surgeries.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Dr Rineer was sarcastic to me when I asked questions. This is not the first time. He seems like a great doctor but his bedside manner could be improved
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Rineer was very good at explaining my options. I was very satisfied with his help.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Pleasant, efficient and very kind.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Excellent care. This is my second operation with Dr Rineer both on my left and right elbow are now without pain and have regained my strength and mobility
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
Dr Rineer was exceptionally straight forward with his prognosis for my recovery, which I appreciated.
Had consult with Dr. R. Very prompt, thorough, patient, nice.
Timely. Informative. Polite.
Knowledgeable, personable, thorough.
Courteous and a good communicator. Thanks!
Excellent surgeon. Explained the procedure before surgery in a language that you understand. Would definitely recommend him, second time I had him preform surgeries.
Dr Rineer was sarcastic to me when I asked questions. This is not the first time. He seems like a great doctor but his bedside manner could be improved
Dr. Rineer was very good at explaining my options. I was very satisfied with his help.
Pleasant, efficient and very kind.
Excellent care. This is my second operation with Dr Rineer both on my left and right elbow are now without pain and have regained my strength and mobility