Dr. Reid Wilson Draeger, MD
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Medical school listed as University of North Carolina School of Medicine · See training
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Specialty
Orthopedic Surgeon
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means.
Treatments & procedures
- Carpal tunnel release
- Cubital tunnel and other nerve decompression surgeries of the upper extremity
- Thumb basal joint (CMC) arthritis surgery
- Treatment of complex fractures about the hand, wrist, and forearm
- Wrist and elbow arthroscopy
- Treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture with both surgical and nonsurgical methods, including collagenase (Xiaflex) injections
- Treatment of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis of the hand, wrist, and elbow
- Arthroscopic treatment of triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) tears
- Microsurgical nerve and vascular repair
- Flexor and extensor tendon repair
- Treatment of tendonitis about the wrist and elbow, including DeQuervain’s tenosynovitis and lateral epicondylitis
- Total elbow arthroplasty
- Trigger finger release
Credentials & Training
Education and training
- University of North Carolina School of MedicineMedical school · Medical Degree
- University of North Carolina HospitalsResidency · Orthopaedic Surgery
- University of CincinnatiFellowship · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery and Microsurgery · Mary S. Stern Fellowship
Awards and honors
- ASSH Leadership Program ParticipantAwarded 2017
- AAOS/OREF/ORS Clinical Scholar Career Development ProgramAwarded 2015
- UNC School of Medicine Musculoskeletal Course Faculty Teaching Cup WinnerAwarded 2015
- UNC Hospitals Resident Research AwardAwarded 2013
- UNC School of Medicine Alpha Omega Alpha, Gamma ChapterAwarded 2007
- UNC School of Medicine Howard Holderness Distinguished Medical Scholar
2006-2008
- UNC School of Medicine University Research Day Outstanding Visual Presentation AwardAwarded 2005
- UNC School of Medicine NIH NIDDK Short Term Research Training GrantAwarded 2004
- UNC School of Medicine John B. Graham Medical Student Research Travel AwardAwarded 2004
- UNC School of Medicine Michiko Kuno Outstanding Presentation AwardAwarded 2005
- UNC School of Medicine John B. Graham Student Research SocietyAwarded 2004
About
Dr. Reid Wilson Draeger is an orthopedic surgeon in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, with a focus on hand, wrist, elbow, and forearm care. His training includes medical school and orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of North Carolina and a fellowship in orthopaedic hand surgery and microsurgery at the University of Cincinnati. His listed procedures include carpal tunnel release, fracture care, joint arthroscopy, tendon repair, nerve and vascular repair, and treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture and arthritis of the hand, wrist, and elbow. He has received multiple awards from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and related programs.
- NPI
- 1477714947
- Primary taxonomy
- 207X00000X
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Reid Wilson Draeger's specialty?
He is an orthopedic surgeon with a focus on hand surgery.
What procedures and conditions are listed for Dr. Draeger?
Listed care includes carpal tunnel release, nerve decompression, fracture treatment, wrist and elbow arthroscopy, tendon repair, microsurgical repair, and treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture and arthritis of the hand, wrist, and elbow.
Where does Dr. Draeger practice?
He practices in Chapel Hill, NC, at 101 Manning Dr, Room 1107g West Wing.
What education or honors are listed for Dr. Draeger?
He trained at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine, completed orthopaedic surgery residency at UNC Hospitals, and completed a hand surgery and microsurgery fellowship at the University of Cincinnati. His listed honors include multiple UNC School of Medicine and research awards.