Dr. Douglas Messina, MD
Dr. Douglas Messina, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Wilmington, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Florida in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital and Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
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1717 Shipyard Blvd Ste 350 Wilmington, NC 28403Make an Appointment
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Messina
4.8
| 5 Star | 93% | 93% |
| 4 Star | 1% | 1% |
| 3 Star | 1% | 1% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Messina to family and friends is 4.7647057 out of 5
About Me
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The most gratifying part of my job is to restore patients function and return to an active lifestyle, whether that be through non-operative treatment or surgical intervention.biography
Dr. Messina completed his undergraduate degree at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He earned his medical degree in Orthopedics at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Messina is board certified in Sports Medicine and Adult Reconstructive Surgery.Orthopedic Surgery
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
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Fellowship Hospital, 1997University Fl
Internship Hospital, 1992University Of Florida
Medical School, 1991University Of Florida College Of Medicine
Medical School, 1991University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Undergraduate School, 1987
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- Recipient of 7
hospital awardsView all awardsJoint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
83%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
81%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home7% lower than the national average
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