Joseph P. Rectenwald, MD, is a board‑certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper‑extremity surgery. He completed his undergraduate studies at Georgia Institute of Technology and earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. He trained in orthopedic surgery at the University of South Carolina/Palmetto Richland Memorial Hospital and completed a hand surgery fellowship at The Hand Center of San Antonio, part of UT Health Science Center at San Antonio. He holds certification in Orthopaedic Surgery and a subspecialty certificate in Surgery of the Hand. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, and the Georgia Orthopaedic Society.
Joseph P. Rectenwald, MD, is a board‑certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper‑extremity surgery. He completed his undergraduate studies at Georgia Institute of Technology and earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. He trained in orthopedic surgery at the University of South Carolina/Palmetto Richland Memorial Hospital and completed a hand surgery fellowship at The Hand Center of San Antonio, part of UT Health Science Center at San Antonio. He holds certification in Orthopaedic Surgery and a subspecialty certificate in Surgery of the Hand. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, and the Georgia Orthopaedic Society.
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Dr. Rentenwald was professional, yet friendly. He put me at ease right away.
He gave me my diagnosis in a way that was easily understandable. I would highly recommend him.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Pleasant to talk to. Helpful.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Great visit. Excellent communicator provides appropriate options for therapy and Management in detail. Has a great bedside manner. I would highly recommend him to any future patients.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
waited an hour pass appointment time but once seen lady that saw me was great
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
DR. Rectenwald explains everything to you so you understand. I like him alot because he is a very compassionate doctor
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(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
I like Dr Rectenwald he us very informative
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
One of thee Kindest, most Pleasant Dr’s I have been Fortunate to talk with. He explained things to me in a way I was able to understand.
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Straightforward, nice, and knowledgeable. Great doctor.
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Felt he was in a rush. I waited an hour to see him for five minutes
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
He was very knowledgeable and informative.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
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Joseph P. Rectenwald, MD, is a board‑certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper‑extremity surgery. He completed his undergraduate studies at Georgia Institute of Technology and earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. He trained in orthopedic surgery at the University of South Carolina/Palmetto Richland Memorial Hospital and completed a hand surgery fellowship at The Hand Center of San Antonio, part of UT Health Science Center at San Antonio. He holds certification in Orthopaedic Surgery and a subspecialty certificate in Surgery of the Hand. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, and the Georgia Orthopaedic Society.
Dr. Rentenwald was professional, yet friendly. He put me at ease right away. He gave me my diagnosis in a way that was easily understandable. I would highly recommend him.
Pleasant to talk to. Helpful.
Great visit. Excellent communicator provides appropriate options for therapy and Management in detail. Has a great bedside manner. I would highly recommend him to any future patients.
waited an hour pass appointment time but once seen lady that saw me was great
DR. Rectenwald explains everything to you so you understand. I like him alot because he is a very compassionate doctor .
I like Dr Rectenwald he us very informative
One of thee Kindest, most Pleasant Dr’s I have been Fortunate to talk with. He explained things to me in a way I was able to understand.
Straightforward, nice, and knowledgeable. Great doctor.
Felt he was in a rush. I waited an hour to see him for five minutes
He was very knowledgeable and informative.