4.9
Accepting New Patients
Craig Rodner, MD
Hand & Wrist|
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Speaks: English
Care Provided
Specialties
- Hand & Wrist
- Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Subspecialties
- Arthritis of the Hand and Wrist
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Fractures
- Injuries to Nerve and Tendon
Locations
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
UConn Musculoskeletal Institute
UConn Health
263 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT 06030
GPS: 135 Dowling Way, Farmington, CT
860-679-6600
Education & Training
Education
MD, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Medicine - 2000
BA, Swarthmore College, Premed/Psychology - 1996
Residency
Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut School of Medicine - 2005
Fellowship
Hand Surgery and Upper Extremity, Brown University, Rhode Island Hospital - 2006
Board Certification
Orthopedic Surgery
Other
Honors & Awards
2022 - "PAWS" Awardee, Spring/Summer - UConn Health
2015 - "Top Docs" Greater Hartford Hand Surgery - Hartford Magazine
2013 - "Top Docs" Orthopaedic Surgery - Connecticut Magazine
2012 - Harry Gossling Orthopaedic Educator of the Year Award - The University of Connecticut
2009 - Gold Humanism Honor Society, Inaugural Chapter at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine – “Elected in recognition of exemplary service, integrity, clinical excellence, and compassion.” - Gold Humanism Honor Society
2008 - University of Connecticut 40 Under 40 Outstanding Graduate – In honor of “demonstrated leadership and achievement as one of UConn’s 40 under 40 outstanding alumni.” - University of Connecticut
2005 - The University of Connecticut Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Cavazos Award – Is “an honor bestowed on an individual by fellow residents. It is awarded yearly to the person we believe most closely exemplifies an outstanding, well-rounded resident, mentor, and role model.” - University of Connecticut
2000 - The University of Connecticut School of Medicine Dean’s Award – Awarded to one graduating medical student “for outstanding achievement in medical studies.” - University of Connecticut School of Medicine
2000 - The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey Humanism in Medicine Award – Awarded to one graduating medical student at each school in recognition of “compassion, empathy, respect, and cultural sensitivity in the delivery of care.” - The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey
1996 - Phi Beta Kappa - Swarthmore College
Ratings & Reviews
4.9
392 Ratings, 361 Reviews
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About Our Provider Reviews5
September 18, 2025
Overall superb experience -
5
September 17, 2025
Dr Rodner treated me for the same injury five years ago. He remembered me and treated me with kindness and compassion during what could have been a very painful experience. It wasn't.
5
September 17, 2025
I have always received the best medical care with the UCONN medical staff.
5
September 17, 2025
Dr. Rodner had the best demeanor and tone. He was super thorough and helpful and made me feel informed and comforted