Dr. David A. Rockwell, MD | Wilmington, NC | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. David Rockwell treats osteoarthritis, foot pain, and hand pain, and performs arthrogram and bursa aspiration procedures. He has practiced orthopedic surgery for 52 years and is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Orthopedic Hospital, Wayne UNC Health Care, and Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and sees patients in Wilmington and Goldsboro, North Carolina. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rockwell 4.64 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.6

14 Ratings
52 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
10 written reviews
1 specialty
3 hospital affiliations
5 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Rockwell's Ratings and Reviews

4.6

14 Ratings with 10 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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Dr. Rockwell is excellent! He went over my X-rays and explained what was going on..He gave me a diagnosis that wasn't as bad as I thought it would be, went over treatment options and told me how the treatments would prolong the necessity for surgery.

October 14th, 2026

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Thorough explanation of my wife’s medical condition and a plan to schedule subsequent treatment. We highly recommend Dr Rockwell!

June 24th, 2026

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Great attitude, diagnosis spot on, and effective treatment and F/U Therapy suggestions. Staff was pleasant and professional.

May 27th, 2026

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Excellent Visit with Dr. Rockwell. Very Personable and Explains Information Well.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

Needs Improvement

April 3rd, 2026

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Timely appointment.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 17th, 2020

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Dr Maxwell is a good great Doctor, very caring to Help me with bad knee problems.

May 7th, 2020

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DR. ROCKWELL listens, provides excellent feedback and solutions! He is outstanding and caring person and physician.

April 30th, 2020

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I have been seeing Dr. David Rockwell for past six months in treatment for lower back pain. The most recent visit was to analyze MRI recently administered at Emerge Orthopedics at NHRMC and to seek additional treatment. I am pleased with the treatment I have received from Dr. Rockwell. He is pleasant, professional and provides understandable information as we move forward in the treatment of my medical condition.

April 9th, 2020

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Dr ROCKWELL, is a excellent orthopedic Doctor, I had been to him years back for my neck. He is very through, very easy to understand, and make sure I understand my problem. He examined me to make sure of my comfort zone with my neck and back, to see what hurts and how much it disturbs me. This was after c rays that showed my problem. He personally has contacted the Physical therapist and told them what I needed not once but twice, I am very impressed. I feel like a person instead of a number with Dr ROCKWELL.

April 1st, 2020

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Everyone was very nice and helpful

February 16th, 2020

Emergeortho

2716 Ashton DrWilmington, NC 28412

Tel: (910) 332-3800

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Emergeortho

8115 Market St Ste 108Wilmington, NC 28411

Tel: (910) 332-3800

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Novant Health New Hanover Orthopedic Hospital

5301 Wrightsville AveWilmington, NC 28403

Tel: (910) 667-8100

Wayne Unc Health Care

2700 Wayne Memorial DrGoldsboro, NC 27534

Tel: (919) 736-1110

Emergeortho

8115 Market St Ste 104Wilmington, NC 28411

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. David Allen Rockwell, MD	Dr. David Joseph Casey, MD	Dr. Chris Hoedt, MD	Dr. Douglas Frank Messina, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (14 Ratings)	4.9 (53 Ratings)	5 (45 Ratings)	4.5 (119 Ratings)
52 Years of Experience		12 Years of Experience	35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Wilmington , NC	Pinehurst , NC	New Bern , NC	Wilmington , NC
Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine	Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine	Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School	Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. David Allen Rockwell holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Rockwell's NPI number is 1538149968.

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Does Dr. David Rockwell accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. David Rockwell has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. David Rockwell's office located?: Dr. David Rockwell's office is located at 2716 Ashton Dr, Wilmington, NC, 28412.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Rockwell?: You can find contact information for Dr. David Rockwell here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. David Rockwell affiliated with?: Dr. David Rockwell is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Orthopedic Hospital, Wayne Unc Health Care, and Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
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