Dr. David Rockwell, M.D. is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and provides non-operative orthopedic care and treatment to patients. He received his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he was a Morehead Scholar. He completed his postgraduate training and orthopedic surgical residency at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Dr. David Rockwell, M.D. is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and provides non-operative orthopedic care and treatment to patients. He received his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he was a Morehead Scholar. He completed his postgraduate training and orthopedic surgical residency at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia.
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Dr. Rockwell is wonderful he took the time to listen to me and explain/walk me through next steps!
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Dr Rockwell listened attentively, explained things in detail but made sure I understood the information he was giving me. He took his time with my exam and discussed a plan of care for the future
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
He gets to know you as a person and really listens to your concerns!
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Good doctor/patient rapport. Dr Rockwell makes it easy to ask questions and answers on a patient level.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
I was so scared I was going leave with the cast when I first went in! Dr. Rockwell was very thorough and x-rayed my foot leaving me assured I will get through this “cracked” foot !!
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Takes his time to examine and explain your diagnosis.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Professional, identified my issues & provided a course of treatment.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. Rockwell is personable, kind and obviously cares to find the problem and discuss solutions. I really like him. Thank you Dr. Rockwell for your genuine care and diligence.
Dr. David Rockwell, M.D. is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and provides non-operative orthopedic care and treatment to patients. He received his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he was a Morehead Scholar. He completed his postgraduate training and orthopedic surgical residency at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia.
For over 30 years, Dr. Rockwell practiced community orthopedic surgery with Goldsboro Orthopedic Associates and was a past president of the North Carolina Orthopedic Association. In October 2011, the NCOA awarded Dr. David Rockwell, The Honored Surgeon Award which recognizes a North Carolina orthopedic surgeon who has been notably influential in the promotion of the highest standards of orthopedic care and has distinguished himself among his peers for the dedication to quality patient care and to the medical profession.
He is a board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
Dr. Rockwell is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the North Carolina Orthopedic Association and the North Carolina Medical Society. Dr. Rockwell has been in practice with EmergeOrtho since 2010. He treats a variety of general orthopedic conditions providing non-operative care to patients.
Education Undergraduate: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Medical School: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Residency: University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia
Certifications Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon Board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Rockwell is wonderful he took the time to listen to me and explain/walk me through next steps!
Dr Rockwell listened attentively, explained things in detail but made sure I understood the information he was giving me. He took his time with my exam and discussed a plan of care for the future
He gets to know you as a person and really listens to your concerns!
Good doctor/patient rapport. Dr Rockwell makes it easy to ask questions and answers on a patient level.
I was so scared I was going leave with the cast when I first went in! Dr. Rockwell was very thorough and x-rayed my foot leaving me assured I will get through this “cracked” foot !!
Takes his time to examine and explain your diagnosis.
Professional, identified my issues & provided a course of treatment.
Dr. Rockwell is personable, kind and obviously cares to find the problem and discuss solutions. I really like him. Thank you Dr. Rockwell for your genuine care and diligence.
Dr. Rockwell and Tara were wonderful!
Extremely knowledgeable and delightfully kind.