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Craig M. Rodner, MD

Hand & Wrist|

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Speaks: English 

Care Provided

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: 120 Dowling Way, Farmington, CT

860-679-6600
clinic

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

836 Hopmeadow Street

Simsbury, CT 06070

860-679-6600
clinic

Education & Training

Education
  1. MD, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Medicine - 2000
  2. BA, Swarthmore College, Premed/Psychology - 1996
Residency
  1. Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut School of Medicine - 2005
Fellowship
  1. Hand Surgery and Upper Extremity, Brown University, Rhode Island Hospital - 2006
Board Certification
  1. Orthopedic Surgery
  2. Other

Honors & Awards

  1. 2022 - "PAWS" Awardee, Spring/Summer - UConn Health
  2. 2015 - "Top Docs" Greater Hartford Hand Surgery - Hartford Magazine
  3. 2013 - "Top Docs" Orthopaedic Surgery - Connecticut Magazine
  4. 2012 - Harry Gossling Orthopaedic Educator of the Year Award - The University of Connecticut
  5. 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
  6. 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

Ratings & Reviews

4.9

432 Ratings, 370 Reviews

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  • 5

    February 18, 2026

    Dr. Rodner performed surgery on my hand several months ago.The entire process went very smoothly,I was always made aware of every step.He is a thorough, personable, and highly skilled surgeon.He has a great rapport with his patients. I will confidently reccomend him and his entire team to others.

  • 5

    February 17, 2026

    Great experience with Dr Rodner , who has superior expertise as a hand surgeon and orthopedic expert.

  • 5

    February 12, 2026

    Craig is great

  • 5

    February 12, 2026

    Great job there doing