Summary

Dr. Douglas Messina specializes in orthopedic surgery and brings 35 years of experience to patient care. They completed medical school at the University of Florida College of Medicine and continued training with a residency at the University of Florida Health Shands Hospital. Dr. Messina provides care in English.

Dr. Messina practices at multiple locations throughout Wilmington, North Carolina, with hospital affiliations at Novant Health New Hanover Orthopedic Hospital and Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. They focus on treating joint pain, knee problems, and muscle weakness. Treatment approaches include physical therapy, strength training, and hands-on manual therapy techniques. Patients have given Dr. Messina an average rating of 4.5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 35 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Florida Health Shands Hospital
  • 76 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Douglas Frank Messina has 3 locations

Carolina Sports Medicine And Orthopaedic Specialists

1717 Shipyard Blvd Ste 350Wilmington, NC 28403
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Novant Health New Hanover Orthopedic Hospital

5301 Wrightsville AveWilmington, NC 28403

Wilmington Health

1202 Medical Center DrWilmington, NC 28401
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Douglas Frank Messina, MDDr. David Joseph Casey, MDDr. Chris Hoedt, MDDr. Richard Sulter Moore, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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4.5 
4.9 
4.5 
35 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 Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Wilmington , NCPinehurst , NCGreenville , NCWilmington , NC
Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas Frank Messina

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas Frank Messina has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas Frank Messina has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Florida Health Shands Hospital

Medical School

University Of Florida College Of MedicineGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Douglas Messina's office located?
Dr. Douglas Messina's office is located at 1717 Shipyard Blvd Ste 350, Wilmington, NC, 28403.
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What languages does Dr. Douglas Messina speak?
Dr. Douglas Messina speaks English.
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