Arthritis Care in Pinehurst, NC
Providers who treat arthritis: see credentials, insurance, and contact details before you ever call.
24 providers in Pinehurst
Pinehurst is the Moore County anchor of the Sandhills, a market with one of the largest retirement-age patient populations in North Carolina. FirstHealth of the Carolinas operates the regional system from Moore Regional Hospital, and the surrounding area carries a dense concentration of specialty practices supporting older adults: cardiology, orthopedics, urology, ophthalmology, and behavioral health among them.
Medicare is the primary insurer for a large share of patients in the Pinehurst area. Most practices accept Medicare; supplemental and Medicare Advantage acceptance varies by plan. Confirm before booking.
Understanding arthritis
Arthritis literally means joint inflammation, and the word is used broadly for many conditions that affect the joints and the tissues around them. Common forms include osteoarthritis, the most common type, which involves the breakdown of cartilage in a joint, and rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the joints. Symptoms often include joint pain, stiffness, and swelling.
Because there are many types of arthritis, care can involve different providers. A primary-care provider often coordinates care; a rheumatologist specializes in inflammatory and autoimmune forms; physical and occupational therapists help with movement and function; and orthopedic surgeons address some joint problems.
Finding the right provider
A primary-care provider is a common starting point: they can evaluate joint symptoms, begin care, and refer you to a rheumatologist or other specialist when the type of arthritis calls for it. ProviderQuoHealth shows each provider's credentials, accepted insurance, and accepting-new-patients status so you can narrow the list before you call.
Arthritis is usually a long-term condition managed over time. One picture is different and time-critical. Septic arthritis is a joint infection, and MedlinePlus describes its symptoms as coming on quickly: a fever and swelling usually in just one joint, with intense joint pain that gets worse with movement, sometimes with redness or being unable to move the limb. That same page says recovery is good with prompt antibiotic treatment and that permanent joint damage may result if treatment is delayed, so do not wait for a routine appointment: go to an emergency department, and call 911 if you are too unwell to get there safely. Don't search a directory in an emergency.
Providers in Pinehurst
See all 24Neil A Conti, MD
Neil A Conti, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pinehurst, NC. He provides orthopedic surgical care to patients in the area.
Mid-South Orthopaedic,PA — Orthopedic Surgery
Mid-South Orthopaedic, PA provides orthopedic surgery services in Pinehurst, NC. The practice focuses on musculoskeletal conditions and surgical care for patients in the region.
Mark Earl Brenner, MD
Mark Earl Brenner, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon serving patients in Pinehurst, NC. He works with patients seeking orthopedic care in the area.
John R Moore, MD
John R Moore, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon in Pinehurst, NC. He provides surgical and nonsurgical treatment options for musculoskeletal conditions affecting bones, joints, and related structures.
Jeffrey Scott Morgan, MD MBA
Jeffrey Scott Morgan, MD MBA, is an orthopedic surgeon in Pinehurst, NC. He specializes in orthopedic surgery and brings both medical and business expertise to his practice.
James Thomas Marino, MD
James Thomas Marino, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pinehurst, NC. He provides comprehensive orthopedic care to patients in the area.
David Peter Fedder, MD
David Peter Fedder, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon located in Pinehurst, NC. He provides orthopedic surgical care to patients in the Pinehurst area.
Sierra Rose Hawkins Atherton, OTR/L
Sierra Rose Hawkins Atherton, OTR/L, provides occupational therapy services in Pinehurst, NC. She works with patients to support their daily functioning and independence through therapeutic techniques and personalized care.
Samantha Pugh-Gilder Dorsey, OTR/L
Samantha Pugh-Gilder Dorsey, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist serving the Pinehurst, NC area. She works with patients to develop skills and strategies that support daily living and quality of life.
Michele John Ferrelli, MS OTR/L
Michele John Ferrelli, MS OTR/L, is an occupational therapist serving patients in Pinehurst, NC. With expertise in occupational therapy, Ferrelli works with patients to support their daily functioning and quality of life.
Madeline Cook
Madeline Cook is an occupational therapist in Pinehurst, NC. She works with patients to develop skills and strategies that support daily functioning and independence.
Karen Chandler, OTR
Karen Chandler, OTR, is an occupational therapist serving the Pinehurst, NC area. She works with patients to support their independence and quality of life through therapeutic interventions and practical strategies.
Julie S. Burris, OTR/LCLT
Julie S. Burris, OTR/LCLT, is an occupational therapist serving patients in Pinehurst, NC. She works with clients to develop and maintain the skills needed for daily living and meaningful activities.
Jennifer Kaczmarek, OTR/L
Jennifer Kaczmarek, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist serving the Pinehurst, NC area. She works with patients to help them achieve greater independence and engagement in their daily activities.
Function in Wellness, LLC — Occupational Therapy
Function in Wellness, LLC provides occupational therapy services in Pinehurst, NC. The practice focuses on helping patients develop the skills and strategies needed for daily activities and independence.
Erin Hawley, OT
Erin Hawley, OT, provides occupational therapy services in Pinehurst, NC. She works with patients to develop or regain the skills needed for daily living and meaningful activities.
Elizabeth Leanna Mataxis, OTR
Elizabeth Leanna Mataxis, OTR, is an occupational therapist in Pinehurst, NC. She works with patients to support their daily functioning and independence through therapeutic intervention.
Beth Ann Foster, MS OTR/L
Beth Ann Foster, MS OTR/L, is an occupational therapist in Pinehurst, NC. She works with patients to help them build skills and confidence in their daily activities and self-care routines.
Alita Borkar, MA OTR/L
Alita Borkar is an occupational therapist in Pinehurst, NC. With her MA and OTR/L credentials, she provides occupational therapy services to help clients improve daily functioning and quality of life.
Wayne B Lucas, MD
Wayne B Lucas, MD, is a geriatric medicine physician serving patients in Pinehurst, NC. He specializes in providing medical care tailored to the needs of older adults.
Vito V Cirigliano, DO
Vito V Cirigliano, DO, is a geriatric medicine specialist serving patients in Pinehurst, NC. With expertise in caring for older adults, Dr. Cirigliano focuses on addressing the unique healthcare needs of seniors in his community.
Eric Raymond Frizzell, MD
Eric Raymond Frizzell, MD, is a geriatric medicine specialist serving Pinehurst, NC. He provides care focused on the health needs of older adults in his community.
Diana Lech, MD
Diana Lech, MD, is a geriatric medicine provider in Pinehurst, NC. She specializes in the medical care of older adults and their unique healthcare needs.
David F Martin, MD
David F Martin, MD, is a geriatric medicine specialist serving the Pinehurst, NC area. He provides care focused on the unique health needs of older adults. Dr. Martin works with patients to address their medical concerns and support their overall wellness.
Common questions
What's the difference between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis?
Osteoarthritis, the most common type, involves the gradual breakdown of cartilage in a joint. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the joints. A clinician diagnoses the specific type, which guides the kind of care and the type of provider involved.
Do I need a rheumatologist, or can my primary-care provider manage arthritis?
Many people manage arthritis with their primary-care provider, who may refer you to a rheumatologist for inflammatory or autoimmune forms, or to physical therapy or an orthopedic surgeon depending on the situation. These provider types appear in this directory.
Is arthritis treatable?
Arthritis is generally a manageable, long-term condition, and care aims to reduce symptoms and maintain function. The right plan depends on the type and is set by a clinician. This page is general education, not individual medical advice.
When is a painful joint an emergency?
A joint that becomes intensely painful and swollen quickly, usually just one joint, with a fever and pain that gets worse with movement, can be septic arthritis, a joint infection. MedlinePlus says recovery is good with prompt antibiotic treatment and that permanent joint damage may result if treatment is delayed, so don't wait for a routine appointment: go to an emergency department, and call 911 if you are too unwell to get there safely. Don't search a directory in an emergency.
Sources
- Arthritis (MedlinePlus; publisher last updated 2025-03-03, read in full by the author 2026-08-16; verbatim: "Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis") · reviewed 2025-03-03
- Arthritis (NIAMS; publisher last reviewed 2022-11, read in full by the author 2026-08-16; verbatim: "'Arthritis' literally means joint inflammation", and the seven common types it lists) · reviewed 2022-11
- Arthritis (CDC hub page; read in a real browser by the author 2026-08-16. It carries the type list this page follows, verbatim "Osteoarthritis is the most common arthritis type" plus rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, gout and childhood arthritis. NO PUBLISHER DATE IS SHOWN ON THIS PAGE, which is why none is recorded; that is a property of the source, not an omission here. Its earlier attributed quote about "more than 100 conditions" is NOT on the page and has been removed from this entry.)
- Septic arthritis (MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia; publisher last reviewed 2025-05-12, read end to end in a real browser by the author 2026-08-16. Verbatim: "Symptoms usually come on quickly. There is a fever and joint swelling that is usually in just one joint. There is also intense joint pain, which gets worse with movement." its symptom list for children and adults, verbatim: "Not able to move the limb with the infected joint (pseudoparalysis)", "Severe joint pain", "Joint swelling", "Joint redness", "Fever"; and "Recovery is good with prompt antibiotic treatment. If treatment is delayed, permanent joint damage may result." Diagnosis on that page is by "Aspiration of joint fluid") · reviewed 2025-05-12
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