Dr. Edward Jernigan, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and elbow. His clinical interests include hand, forearm, and elbow fractures and soft tissue trauma, including tendon and neurovascular injuries, inflammatory and osteoarthritis, compression neuropathies, wrist disorders, elbow instability, elbow arthroplasty, and management of post-amputation neuromas.
Dr. Edward Jernigan, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and elbow. His clinical interests include hand, forearm, and elbow fractures and soft tissue trauma, including tendon and neurovascular injuries, inflammatory and osteoarthritis, compression neuropathies, wrist disorders, elbow instability, elbow arthroplasty, and management of post-amputation neuromas.
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De Jernigan has been my hand surgeon for a few years. I have had 2 surgeries before. One on my right hand, in 2024, the next mire complicated one on my left hand, wrist and thumb. And niw, he will be moving my tendon on my .right thumb at the wrist . I have complete trust in him, and his abilities. And he is justva very kind thoughtful man . I don't hear that about other people's experiences with surgeons in general.
I havenrecommended him to many people. He was recommended to me too, by 2 different former patients.
(2 days ago)
Oct-2026
He's the best!
(2 days ago)
Oct-2026
Professional, knowledgeable, and very patient oriented
(3 days ago)
Oct-2026
Very nice and provided several options that I felt were appropriate.
(3 days ago)
Oct-2026
If you’re lucky enough, you’ll have him as a doctor. I was nervous and in pain and he was kind, polite, and professional. He addressed my issue and I’m very thankful.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Listens very well and does not rush you. Excellent Doctor and person.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
The whole experience was very professional and slick. Checking in was easy and the x-rays were done soon thereafter. The doctor was on time and was quick to diagnose/fix the problem. He was patient and kind with all my other questions, giving sound medical advice. I appreciated.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Polite and courteous
Very professional and took the time to explain the condition and what was needed to help alleviate the pain
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Very kind, patient, and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him!
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Jernigan was a fantastic provider. Very personable and patient oriented, explains things in an easy to understand format and presents a clear and concise plan. I am very happy to have him overseeing my wrist fractures/recovery. Thanks Dr, Jernagin, you are very much appreciated.
Dr. Edward Jernigan, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and elbow. His clinical interests include hand, forearm, and elbow fractures and soft tissue trauma, including tendon and neurovascular injuries, inflammatory and osteoarthritis, compression neuropathies, wrist disorders, elbow instability, elbow arthroplasty, and management of post-amputation neuromas.
Dr. Jernigan began his academic career at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he graduated Phi Beta Kappa with highest distinction and received the Department of Chemistry Merck Index Award. He continued at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to receive his medical degree, and during this time he was elected a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Dr. Jernigan also completed his surgical internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After residency, Dr. Jernigan completed a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, ranked by US News and World Report as the #1 orthopaedic hospital.
Dr. Jernigan has authored over 20 peer-reviewed research abstracts, articles, and book chapters on hand, wrist, and elbow pathology in some of the top journals in orthopaedic surgery, including the Journal of Hand Surgery and Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research. He has presented numerous scientific studies at various national orthopaedic conferences. In medical school, he was selected into the Howard Holderness Distinguished Medical Scholars Program, a two-year program which included a dedicated basic science research year in an NIH-funded lab. He served as a coordinating council member of the Student Health Action Coalition, a student-led organization at UNC providing interdisciplinary service opportunities, including medical care at a local, free health clinic. During residency, Dr. Jernigan was awarded the Resident Research Presentation Award by the North Carolina Orthopaedic Association Hand Breakout Session. He has participated in multiple medical mission trips.
Medical School University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Internship University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (General Surgery)
Residency University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Fellowship Hospital for Special Surgery (Hand & Upper Extremity) in New York City, NY
De Jernigan has been my hand surgeon for a few years. I have had 2 surgeries before. One on my right hand, in 2024, the next mire complicated one on my left hand, wrist and thumb. And niw, he will be moving my tendon on my .right thumb at the wrist . I have complete trust in him, and his abilities. And he is justva very kind thoughtful man . I don't hear that about other people's experiences with surgeons in general. I havenrecommended him to many people. He was recommended to me too, by 2 different former patients.
He's the best!
Professional, knowledgeable, and very patient oriented
Very nice and provided several options that I felt were appropriate.
If you’re lucky enough, you’ll have him as a doctor. I was nervous and in pain and he was kind, polite, and professional. He addressed my issue and I’m very thankful.
Listens very well and does not rush you. Excellent Doctor and person.
The whole experience was very professional and slick. Checking in was easy and the x-rays were done soon thereafter. The doctor was on time and was quick to diagnose/fix the problem. He was patient and kind with all my other questions, giving sound medical advice. I appreciated.
Polite and courteous Very professional and took the time to explain the condition and what was needed to help alleviate the pain
Very kind, patient, and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him!
Dr. Jernigan was a fantastic provider. Very personable and patient oriented, explains things in an easy to understand format and presents a clear and concise plan. I am very happy to have him overseeing my wrist fractures/recovery. Thanks Dr, Jernagin, you are very much appreciated.