
Douglas Frank Messina MD
Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Shoulder Surgery
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1717 Shipyard BlvdSte 350Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone+1 910-799-0110
Fax+1 910-799-1958
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Summary
- Dr. Douglas Messina is an orthopedic surgeon in Wilmington, NC and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He received his medical degree from University of Florida College of Medicine and has been in practice 26 years. He specializes in shoulder & knee reconstructive surgery and is experienced in sports medicine and joint replacement.
Education & Training
- University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of MedicineFellowship, Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedics, 1996 - 1997
- University of FloridaResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1991 - 1996
- University of Florida College of MedicineClass of 1991
- University of North CarolinaBS, Biology , 1983 - 1987
Certifications & Licensure
- NC State Medical License 1997 - 2026
- FL State Medical License 1993 - 1998
- TX State Medical License 1996 - 1998
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 220 citationsThe incidence of injury in Texas high school basketball. A prospective study among male and female athletesDouglas F. Messina, William C. Farney, Jesse C. DeLee
The American Journal of Sports Medicine. 1999-05-01
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