Terry Messer MD

Terry Messer, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper-extremity surgery. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in Orthopaedic Surgery and holds additional board certification in Surgery of the Hand. Dr. Messer completed his medical degree and orthopaedic surgery residency training at Northwestern University, followed by advanced fellowship training in hand and microsurgery at the Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Microsurgery. He provides adult orthopaedic care with a focus on conditions affecting the hand and wrist, drawing on specialized training in both reconstructive and microsurgical techniques. Dr. Messer practices in Raleigh and provides care at Duke Raleigh Hospital as well as through the Raleigh Hand Center. He is committed to thoughtful evaluation, evidence-based treatment options, and individualized surgical planning when operative care is needed. Dr. Messer speaks English and works closely with patients to help restore function, reduce pain, and support return to daily activities.