Terry Messer, M.D.

Professional, kind. Excellent

He has taken care of two hand problems for me and is working on another. Great doctor!

Dr Messer and his team are awesome !!

Very good experience, from Dr. Messer to Jo in physical therapy.

Explained everything. He had info not only on my issue but on other issues that could arise and explained what to look for.

Very systematic and professional in his approach to examining me. Listened intently to my description of my symptoms.

He showed concern about a health issue we’ve never spoken of.

Dr. Messer is wonderful, and Jo the therapist goes above and beyond to help me get my wrist back to normal.

My 1st appt with Dr. Messer, but my 3rd Ortho experience for my current issue. I really appreciated his calm demeanor, I didn't feel rushed or overwhelmed with confusing information. He actually LOOKED at my arm, put me thru ROM and tests to assess my strength and recorded this info. If I do indeed need a surgical procedure in the future, I feel confident that he will perform what is necessary and will communicate clearly and patiently with me. Thanks!

A Professional!

Kind professional

Dr. Messer is very good at what he does. I wouldn't trust anyone else for my hands & my shoulder.

Dr. Messer, PT Megan and the whole staff at Raleigh Hand to Shoulder are awesome. I highly recommend.

I am so pleased with Dr Messer and the staff. Step by step always professional, thorough, and kind. I have been welcomed and made to feel as if I was the only important patient. How grand is that !!

Thorough and allowed for questions.

Detailed, professional, kind

Conscious, kind and easy going! I know he is an excellent surgeon- but appreciate his kind bedside manner!!!

He is very caring and know how to take care of your problem.

Absolutely love Dr. Messer and his staff!!

He doesn't thorough exam. Puts you at ease by asking if you have any pain when doing the exam. Makes sure you understand everything before you leave.

Explained in detail the problem and gave clear proper instructions for treatment. Very nice guy.

Professional, Knowledgeable, and Caring

Great

Dr. Messer went “over and above the call of duty” to make sure that my wife’s finger injury was addressed.

To the point and good medical plan to treat my injury.

Dr. Messer was friendly and professional.

We all want an excellent doctor but with Dr Messer you get so much more. Along with the best medical care, he delivers it with warm professionalism, genuine empathy and explains treatment options with clarity. Personally I appreciate hearing statistical success in choosing how to proceed. So if you are looking for an excellent doctor treating his patients intelligently and respectfully Dr Messer is for you! Lastly, I have been his patient for well over a decade. And he has been my husband’s hand surgeon even longer.

Dr. Messer listened to me, did a thorough examination of my right hand and did provide an injection into the node and also recommended a wrist brace to eliminate some carpal tunnel symptoms and it worked

Dr. Messer was courteous, professional and knowledgeable. I appreciated his diagnosis confirmation, and suggestions. I also appreciated the amount of time that Lindsey in Rehab took in helping me. The receptionist and discharge were very courteous.

Everything was excellent except for the wait time. Ridiculous, we’re there over 3 hours

Wonderful Dr he explains what you have and listens

I was very satisfied and with my surgery. Dr. Messer is a great dr.

Very knowledgeable and professional!

Kind and personable. I felt heard.

Thorough, compassionate and knowledgeable. Takes his time and answers questions.

Best hand surgeon ever!!!

Dr Messer is very professional yet is caring about what is going on.

Very nice. Took his time. But couldn't really solve my problem....long wait in the waiting room

Knowledgeable and professional

Kind, gentle, caring.

Dr. Messer took time to tell me what the problem was and what my options are. Very pleasant

Very professional. Doctor Messer was able to answer my questions in a way a non-doctor can understand.

Very knowledgeable and very concerned about his patients. Willing to help patient get the care they need !

He was very attentive and took the time to answer all of my questions. My finger injury turned out to be minor but I never felt insignificant or rushed. He took my concerns seriously and put me at ease.

Good listener. Provided excellent information. Took my problem seriously.

Very nice doctor

Thorough exam and very knowledgeable

Received excellent care from Dr. Messer.

Dr. Messer is so easy to talk with. He is very professional, and I believe he does what is best for patients. I trust him completely.

Did what I expected and was very understanding to my needs and situation.

Competent

Dr. Messer is very knowledgeable and knows his stuff! Along with being very kind and attentive.

great caring doc

Very professional and friendly!

Very thorough, giving relatable information and instruction. Trust-worthy. Professional in every way. Supportive of my choices. Listened to what I had to say.

The best! Very kind and reasonable. Professional all the way. Good man to have in your corner when you have pain.

Very thorough and knowledgeable.

My son has been treated by Dr Messer for sports related injuries and has done an excellent job. He is very knowledgeable and professional. I highly recommend him.

He’s very good!

Dr. Messer is a very professional practichener, who is sensitive to his patients needs.

Excellent doctor!

I was able to make an appointment easily.. Friendly but was not able to help. He was not an expert in the area.

Gets right to the point. Answered all my questions

Dr. Messer is an excellent doctor. He is very easy to take with and explain your issues. He explained his findings thoroughly and discuss with me a treatment plan. I’m very happy with his service.

I’ve always felt respected by Dr. Messer. This is important for me! He is attentive, concerned and is not swift to surgical procedures...

Dr. Messer has treated me multiple times and performed more than one surgery on my wrists and hands. He is caring and does wonderful work. I highly recommend him!

Dr. Messer was very polite and thoughtful. He did a thorough examine and I am satisfied with the service he provided

Well qualified . I have a lot of trust in what he tells me & he does a great job resolving issues that I have had with my hand

So very pleased with surgery, care and staff.

Every person I met in the office was personable and kind. Would definitely recommend this practice to others.

Every one was so helpful & kind .

Estoy feliz con el resultado de la cirugía y el buen trato del doctor Messer y de todo el personal en general ??

Very pleasant and personable. Had excellent results with the surgery.

Excellent doctor! I have been a patient of Dr Messer for years including surgery.

A wonderful, talented surgeon! Very knowledgeable and professional.

Personable and efficient

Very thorough physician that provides excellent details on your issue along with options for resolution. Office staff is also top notch with little to no wait time. Highly recommend

Awesome doctor

Very knowledgeable and personable. Explained in detail my problem and how surgery would correct problem.

Excellent visit

My first visit with the Doctor and was very impressed with both he and the staff.

Dr. Messer is very thorough in his evaluation of your problem. He explains everything regarding your problem and answers all questions . He is

Compassionate and easy to talk to. Explains everything in detail to make you feel comfortable.

Dr.Messer is a great guy , easy to talk to. I've had shoulder surgery from him which healed pain free back to 110%. Recently had trigger finger surgery and is healing nicely. Great therapist on hand at his office as well.

He’s a great doctor. He has treated both me and my daughter (13 yr old) for ganglion cysts. His calm demeanor helped my daughter while he injected her cyst.

He has helped my hands tremendously. The injection today made my hand stop hurting after about 21/2 hours. Previous surgery over a year ago cured other hand completely.

Dr Messer does an excellent job to avoid pain.

He is one of the best doctors I have ever seen in my life professional he shows that he cares thank you sir

Dr. Messer is thoughtful and. thorough. He listens, talks through all options and considerations and is pleasant and caring. He is a top notch surgeon who did a terrific job on my elbow surgery! I am grateful to have him as my doctor and surgeon!

Seemed disinterested in further pursuing treatment there in office for my shoulder/neck condition. Never took any x rays either.

Smart - personable - professional - empathetic - definitely recommend.

Dr Messer listens well and takes the time to answer questions and explain procedures. I feel confident and comfortable working with him.

He was very good for everything, except when he called in a prescription, that I could not afford. He is going to try and get something that I can afford.

takes time with the patient and cares about the patient's problem.

Dr. Messer is phenomenal! He is knowledgeable and patient. He takes the time necessary to explain your individual treatment plan and to answer any questions that you have.

Excellent experience with Dr Messer!

Absolutely the best around

Dr. Messer is a caring and attentive doctor with my hand.

He is GREAT

Excellent manner.

Super nice, confident and very helpful.

Good doctor

Always a good experience.

Very professional and did a great job!

Professional, knowledgeable, concise, and communicative. What else can you ask for? Mike R

Very helpful and knowledgeable.

Wonderful, informative and welcomed continued diagnosis of issues affecting my hand.

Very impressed as usual! Great bedside manner.

Dr. Messer is very knowledgable, professional and helpful. Highly recommend him!

Dr. Messer and staff were top notch! Beautiful facility. Dr. Messer impressed me most by his patience, and thorough explanation of my hand issues. He made me feel at ease from the very beginning of our meeting. His staff were all professional and friendly. He will be doing surgery on my right hand in the near future, and I am most confident in his surgical skills. It was a very positive experience, and I will certainly recommend him to others in the future.

Doc was easy to talk to and he explained everything clear when I need to have surgery I will go back to Doctor Message

I went to Dr. Messer with a hand problem. He thoroughly examined my hand, explained his findings & diagnosis. He injected my hand with medication & reviewed hand exercises with me. He was not "in a hurry" to leave me for his next patient. I am impressed with Dr. Messer. I highly recommend him.

very professional, and concern about his patients

Dr Messer was professional, courteous, addressed my specific needs as a patient and promptly scheduled bilateral carpal tunnel release surgery for me. I am 6 weeks post-op, and although the 1st week was the most challenging, I am hopeful that I will regain the 100% strength and feeling in both hands. I highly recommend Dr Messer.

very very professioan, ourteous

Professional and friendly, takes the time to answer any of your questions. On time.

Dr. Messer was extremely thorough in his examination. He explained everything in detail. Although he was busy, I did not feel rushed at all. I couldn't be happier.

Thorough.

Hand surgery and follow up have been great.

Dr.Messer is a blessing to seniors like myself who face pain and uncertainty.

Dr. Messer has always given the best options and care for my care. He is very professional and caring.

Good

Compassionate and knowledgeable.

Always super nice.

Professional

Very personable. Good interaction and care

Honest . Forthright.

Professional clinic. Excellent doctor and support staff, and efficient and COVID compliant!!!

Knows his business. Great doctor. Very caring. And tells it like it is.. Raleigh Hand is very lucky to have him

Competent, clear communicator, doesn’t me, allows me to address my concerns, professional and friendly office staff.

A truly professional surgin with a totally competent staff.

Dr Messer was awesome! Very attentive an answered every question I had. Put my mine at ease through this stage I’m experiencing. Highly recommend his services.

Most professional and thorough diagnosis while providing a warm and comforting demeanor. Highly recommend.

This Dr is amazing he has restored 3 of my fingers like they are new.

This doctor is amazing and very professional.

No help at all. Handed me a pamphlet and called it a day.

wonderful MD!

Dr Messer has surgically repaired tennis elbow on both my arms, and my husband’s. Would highly recommend him for hand to shoulder needs!

Patient listener. Thorough examinations. Easy to understand explanations. Straight-forward prognosis and recommended treatment.

Dr Messer was great. Very thorough with exam and explaining condition/treatment plan. Would highly recommend.

very good listener and calming manner!

Friendly and efficient, an xcellent doctor and teacher!

He was very knowledgeable and gave a clear and helpful explanation of the procedure and treatment.

excellent care

All the staff in Dr. Messer’s office were great !

The doctor and his staff are professional, pleasant and answer all my questions. Jo in OT was delightful and explained the procedure effectively which helped eliminate my concerns

waited 22min. after being take to rm. to be seen by Dr. Messer

Seem quickly, always a pleasure!

Practice is well organized, courteous and professional. Dr Messer is a wealth of useful, practical info. Timely, conversational and easy to talk to ... and listen to. Glad I followed my Doc’s advice.

Very informative and professional

Got great results on joint replacement. Whole office is great and ready to help. Dr Messer is patient with questions and what to expect.

He was thorough.

Great appointment. Very informative and gave me solutions to my problem and told me what would be the next step if needed. Thank you

Always made sure I was comfortable and cared for.

Professional, attentive, knowledgeable & interested in my concerns and conditions as he explained his opinion & recommendations.

Always pleasant, knowledgeable and punctual.

Dr. Messer is professional and efficient. He’s also personable and kind. I appreciate having such top-notch medical care to speed my recovery.

Outstanding doctor

Knowledgable and Thorough, seemed a bit rushed but did answer questions I had but kept looking at his watch for the entire time. I guess the office does not schedule enough time for patients to be able to ask enough questions when visiting a specialist compared to primary care physician. I'd like to feel that my doctor's want to be spending time with me as the patient rather than feeling that the doctor really wants to be out of the room.

always extremely excellent care thank you

Very professional

Appreciated how he spent time talking through my concern and addressing the problem.

Loved my visit with Dr. Messer. Very knowledgeable and took the time to go over my condition and treatment

great doctor, wonderful experience

Dr. Messer is a great Dr. and surgeon. He walked me through several months of conservative options before recommending wrist fusion surgery. I'm in the healing process from that surgery now. He explained everything and was happy to answer all my questions prior to surgery. I am thankful for his honesty, expertise and calm demeanor.

I will seek Doctor Messer's care again if ever needed in the future. Everyone was professional and helpful before my surgery and healing process.

He answered all my questions . He explained each procedure so I could make a good decision as to which procedure was best for me.

Knowledgeable, competent, and compassionate. Great doctor!

Love this place and all the nurses& Dr.Messer

Very attentive and know wsht to do. After have gone to another clinic 8 weeks ago it was reassuring to be treated by him.

Dr Messer gave a thorough evaluation and gave me excellent information. He answered all my questions.

As always his work is impeccable my quality of life is always enhanced by his expertise.

Dr Messer is an excellent doctor and surgeon.. Would definitely recommend him.

He was friendly, thorough and communicated well.

Meticulous exam and follow up.

Very thorough, good listener and my outcome was excellent.

Very pleasant and skilled. Explains things well. Staff was helpful and very sweet.

He was on time, he listened to me and gave simple instructions for continued care.

He knows what he is doing. Very kind and thoroughly explains your problem and what would be the best option to resolve the problem. I would gladly recommend him to a friend.

Great dr

I can tell he is passionate about his profession and operates from the heart.

My family physician insisted that I go see Dr. Messer for a second opinion for my hands even though he is out of net work for me. I am so happy I did! He took the time to examine, diagnose and tell me my options. Will not go anywhere else.

He was very detailed and explained my options.

Dr Messer fit me in on his very busy schedule. He was kind,gentle and very thorough. Gave me clear precise information on what to expect about my recovery

I have always had very good experience with Dr Messer.

I would highly recommend Dr. Messer. He is an excellent surgeon.

Wonderful Physician.

Knowledgeable and kind

Dr. Messer has helper me immensely and restored confidence in myself. I recommend him to everyone having medical problems in their hands and shoulders.

Informative and quick.

Dr. Messer and the team at Raleigh Hand to Shoulder Center are professional, competent, and considerate. From assessment, through treatment, through surgery and during recovery, I am always thoroughly examined and well taken care of by people of the highest expertise.

gentle and thorough.

Outstanding physician! Knowledgeable, skilled, patient and thorough. Excellent bedside manner. Highly recommended.

Very kind and professional.

Very happy with him😊

Provided a frank assessment of my situation in a professional and fact based manner.

Explains everything before acting and is gentle when testing.

Personable, articulate

Very good surgeon. Attentive, skilled, and honest.

Very personable and answered all questions. Great at giving an injection, hardly felt any pain.

Professional and knowledgeable. Diagnosed the problem quickly and took care of the issue.

Dr messer took the time to talk with me and learn about my behaviors that led to my condition in order to make an informed decision about treatment options

Dr. Messer was friendly, thorough, knowledgeable & happily answered any questions I had.

Careful consideration given for best treatment option and priority concerns. X-RAYs shown and explained.

Excellent doctor

Thanks Dr. Messer. What a relief.🙏 The best sleep I have had in months. Hopefully, this will take care of my condition and not require any surgery. Best Regards, Satisfied Patient

Listens, offers options and willing to work conservatively until those options are exhausted! Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend

Punctual, thorough, answered questions and established a plan.

Great Doctor!

Exceptional The best.

Very easy to talk with Answered all questions. Talked about option and recommendations for my issues

Very professional and knowledgeable. Made me feel less anxiety when he explained things he was doing to determine my problem.

Thorough exam, good communicator. I feel confident in his care. No need for surgery this time, but he did my CTS endoscopic surgery a few years ago. His care then is the reason I sought out his care for a new problem. Top notch clinic from top to bottom.

Very professional and on time

Dr. Messer is an excellent surgeon. I wish he had been a little more willing to answer questions and provide explanations.

Thankful that I went to see him. He figured out a diagnosis I wasn’t expecting and that was outside his specialty. Good listener.

Wonderful diagnosis and treatment!

Dr. Messer and the physical therapy staff are very pleasant and professional. I am pleased with my outcome.

Truly concerned for his patients and considerate of their time and money. He's very competent and thorough and takes time to explain everything.

Great listener, very caring and professional

Great staff , Dr. Messer is a wonderful doctor. Very Thankful for his treatment on my hand. Thank you for getting me so promptly too.

I appreciate Doctor Messer’s medical knowledge. He tells you what the problem is then what solution could be. Then he gives you the choice. He’s never in a hurry. I trust his judgement.

Very pleased with the procedure that Dr. Messer performed for me. Thank you.

Dr. Messer is so easy to talk to, and I appreciate all that he is doing for me. He is a wonderful doctor!

I felt very confident in having Dr Messer perform my surgery.

He listened, formulated a plan and was open and easy to talk to.

Thanks

This will be my 4 th surgery with Dr Messer. A great surgeon and a great person. Would give him the highest grade possible-

Returned for this issue because of his work 8yrs. ago for a similar issue. First rate job.

Highest level of confidence possible.

Good dr, bedside manner can use improvement. Not an extremely friendly dr

He is a great doctor

Thank you Dr. Messer for your great work.

Dr. Messer is very thorough and provides excellent patient care.

Knowledgeable and kind approach.

The process overall was very good, courteous, fast and professional.

Very detailed and professional.

Very thorough and good explanations..

Very professional and helpful!

Dr Messer is concerned about my health needs. He explains what my symptoms mean, the treatment(s) I need to help relieve pain, and surgical options if or when I need them.

Dr Messer is the best! He treated my husband when he severely cut 3 fingers. I recently had carpal tunnel surgery which was very successful.

thorough and takes time with patience. Proceeds with patients best interest in mind. Excellent level of care.

Great Doctor! Very knowledgeable and speaks with confidence. Takes time to communicate with patient. Very impressed with doctor and nurse. Very kind. The staff is wonderful to.

Have compassion for his patients and know what he doing

I was losing ability to use my hand and therefore ability to work on farm. Dr. Messer immediately diagnosed. After surgery and therapy I was able to return to work. Excellent physician! So thankful to him!!!

Really appreciate all his time and attention. He was very thero and explained everything to me so I could understand. Thank God for the shot it helped a lot.

Very nice, and knowledgeable. I am now 100% healed have had no problems with my scaphoid fracture since being cleared.

Good as always

He seemed rushed. How much time is each patient allowed?

Very through and efficient

Professional, personal aand attentive to my needs

I’ve been seeing Dr. Messer for six years for carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome, and he recently performed surgical releases on both. I am very pleased with my outcomes and with my treatment by him and his staff.

Takes the time needed - kind, good listener, professional

I felt he constantly was checking his watch, not my fault he wasn't running on time. He was thorough.

Amazing! So thorough and caring . He checks every bone muscle and range of motion that I didn’t even know I had .

Dr. Messer has always provided excellent care. Would highly recommend him to anyone that needed a hand specialist.

Professional, knowledgeable, caring, encouraging, helped me to understand my situation and offered realistic options for treatment.

kind, listens, efficient in work, clear explaining diagnosis and options.

giving Megan in P T a 5 star she is the best

Berry good!

Great, professional service

Doctors that believe in research are the best ones to have. Also TERRY offers practical advice and homework assignments as well.

Dr. Messer is very friendly but professional. He always takes the time to explain everything, listen to concerns and answer all questions. My recent surgery went extremely well!!

Very professional and thorough !

felt very comfortable

Dr. Messer is very kind and knowledgeable. He took great care of my injured wrist.

Dr. Messer is very nice and professional. I have recommended him to friends and family.

Seems to me to be very thorough.

Dr. Messer gives a thorough explanation of my condition and the treatment options. He inspires confidence that I am in an expert's hands.

Very good dr will recommend him to anyone

Dr. Messer is very professional, and explains the details of your injury very thoroughly. Would recommend him to anyone in need of a great hand/wrist doctor.

Wonderful doctor.

Very good visit - Dr. Messer was very engaged and professional.

Very confident with him

Very nice, explains everything to you and I didn't have to wait a long time.

He is very efficient and explained everything. The Hand Center is my go to place for care

Dr. Messer is an amazing surgeon!!!

Dr. Messer sent me for a nerve conducive test checking for carpal tunnel. The test said I did NOT have carpal tunnel, yet he said he was going to treat it as carpal tunnel anyway. So why did I pay for an expensive test?

Professional, informative first meeting with Dr. Messer. He provided 3 options for addressing my condition and explained the pros and cons for each.