Matthew A. Handling, M.D.

Practice: First State Orthopaedics

Specialty: Orthopedics, Knee Surgery, Sports Medicine: Orthopaedic Surgery, Arthroscopy, Hip & Knee Replacements, Articular Cartilage Repair, Trauma

Office locations: Newark, Dover, Smyrna

Most recent review: 3 days ago New
4.9 out of 5
2.9K Ratings
973 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.

4.9 out of 5
2.9K Ratings
973 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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I did feel a little rushed.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
(3 days ago) Nov-2026

Dr Handling ,is very professional and caring. The way He addressed my concerns I felt I’m in good hands

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(4 days ago) Nov-2026

Very informative

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago) Nov-2026

very kind

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago) Nov-2026

Love dr handling

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Dr. Handling is top-notched. He’s very professional knowledgeable and highly skilled. He listens and explains in clear terms.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Greeted me very friendly and made me feel comfortable. Referenced my previous visit and how things have been since, I felt cared about having looked at my file. Listened to my concerns. Examined my shoulder and explained to me what he believe the prognosis is and his initial attempt less invasive to try first was an injection I had previously that did work. And believed that would help again since I did have range of motion just ongoing soreness as I use it due to inflammation, muscle punching nerve. Then offered PT which I did follow up with scheduling. Took the time to also give me locations for PT that near his office or near my home noticing I lived 30-45 min away. It is very nice to have that home town Dr feeling of care experience!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Personable and professional. Takes the time to listen to your health concerns and suggest treatment options.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Explaining issues and planning of repairs. Rehab schedule

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago) Oct-2026

A little brisk, felt a little rushed.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago) Oct-2026