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Matthew A. Handling, M.D.
First State Orthopaedics
Orthopedics, Knee Surgery, Sports Medicine: Orthopaedic Surgery, Arthroscopy, Hip & Knee Replacements, Articular Cartilage Repair, Trauma
Newark, Dover, Smyrna
Most recent review: 6 days ago
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4.9
2.8K Ratings
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Dr. Matthew Handling is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a fellowship in sports medicine. He specializes in knee and shoulder replacement, sports medicine, arthroscopy, and fracture care. He received his medical degree from the Thomas Jefferson Medical College.
4.9
2.8K Ratings
952 Comments
Dr. Matthew Handling is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a fellowship in sports medicine. He specializes in knee and shoulder replacement, sports medicine, arthroscopy, and fracture care. He received his medical degree from the Thomas Jefferson Medical College.
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Sabre Building
Delaware Hand to Shoulder Center 4051 Ogletown-Stanton Rd.
Suites 102 & 103
Newark, DE 19713
Suites 102 & 103
Newark, DE 19713
Dr. Matthew Handling is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a fellowship in sports medicine. He specializes in knee and shoulder replacement, sports medicine, arthroscopy, and fracture care. He received his medical degree from the Thomas Jefferson Medical College.
Specialties
Sports Medicine
Arthroscopic Surgery
Knee & Shoulder Replacement
Fracture Care
Articular Cartilage Repair
Trauma
Medical School
Thomas Jefferson Medical College
Residency
Orthopaedic Surgery, UMDNJ/Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
Orthopaedic Surgery, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Fellowship
Sports Medicine, New England Baptist Hospital
Certification
Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons,
Certificate of Added Qualifications in Sports Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Christiana Care Health System
St. Francis Hospital
Professional Societies
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Arthroscopy Association of North America
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Medical Society of Delaware
Delaware Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Academics
Associate Master Instructor Arthroscopy
- Association of North American
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Course
Adjunct Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Applied Physiology at the University of Delaware
Community Interests
Volunteer, Delaware Special Olympics
Delaware Secondary School Athletic Association Lacrosse Official
Board Member, Delaware Lacrosse Foundation
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Compassionate and thorough. Explains rationale and asks if there's anything else. Encourages calls if anything comes up.
Dr Handling and his staff were wonderful. They were quick and efficient from xrays to diagnosis. They took the time to listen
Very nice, professional and Handsome!!
Good experience with this Dr. Good bedside manner. Worked quickly and efficiently. I would highly recommend him.
He was very kind and respectful. He explained what my knee needed and wa a gentle when giving me a shot in my knee.
I had a great experience. All staff very friendly and professional. I will definitely recommend First State Orthopedics
Itt was a pleasure meeting Dr. Handlimg. He was a fun conversationalist while being attentive and thorough in his examination and clear explanation of the problem with my knee. His treatment involved a “large” needle to remove fluid. it was painless and is now healing well and painlessly. He completely removed all my concerns and “fears” about my visit. I am super happy with having met and having been treated by Dr. Handling.
Very attentive very professional!
Dr. Handling repaired my shoulder and biceps on my left arm 12 yrs ago. Excellent work, I recently competed in a USAPL powerlifting event setting a new state record thanks to his superior skills. Hard to find a better doctor than him these days.
Very very professional with an amazing bed side manner