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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Good explanation and efficient treatment . I have full confidence in Craig's concern for my injury and his recommendations.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Rineer is one of my favorite doctors I’ve ever seen. He’s always professional, knowledgeable, attentive, friendly, caring, and both listens well and answers questions thoroughly.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
He was very thorough and explaining the procedure and what effects may be incurred. I was very happy with his demeanor
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Great interaction. Listened to me and I felt heard. Office was run excellent! Very efficient for the size. I was pleased with my experience
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Very informative before and after surgery.
Thank you
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Great!! A humor below the seriousness. Liked him and results very much.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Explained my MRI f results and outline my treatment options. All of my questions were answered and I’m happy with the treatment we’re moving forward with.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Great personality. Listens to what you are saying.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Excelente muy profesional
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Very knowledgeable and wonderful beside manner! Highly recommend! Did a great job on my broken fingers for 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.
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
Good explanation and efficient treatment . I have full confidence in Craig's concern for my injury and his recommendations.
Dr. Rineer is one of my favorite doctors I’ve ever seen. He’s always professional, knowledgeable, attentive, friendly, caring, and both listens well and answers questions thoroughly.
He was very thorough and explaining the procedure and what effects may be incurred. I was very happy with his demeanor
Great interaction. Listened to me and I felt heard. Office was run excellent! Very efficient for the size. I was pleased with my experience
Very informative before and after surgery. Thank you
Great!! A humor below the seriousness. Liked him and results very much.
Explained my MRI f results and outline my treatment options. All of my questions were answered and I’m happy with the treatment we’re moving forward with.
Great personality. Listens to what you are saying.
Excelente muy profesional
Very knowledgeable and wonderful beside manner! Highly recommend! Did a great job on my broken fingers for surgery