Dr. Matthew Heaton, M.D. earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his orthopaedic surgery training at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, and the Shriners Hospital for Children. He then completed a one-year sports medicine fellowship at the Hughston Clinic. Dr. Heaton specializes in sports medicine, arthroscopic treatment of shoulder, knee, and hip injuries, as well as shoulder replacement surgery.
Dr. Matthew Heaton, M.D. earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his orthopaedic surgery training at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, and the Shriners Hospital for Children. He then completed a one-year sports medicine fellowship at the Hughston Clinic. Dr. Heaton specializes in sports medicine, arthroscopic treatment of shoulder, knee, and hip injuries, as well as shoulder replacement surgery.
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I had a great experience. Dr. Heaton is very thorough and does a good job listening and explaining.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Heaten is a excellent Dr.. He takes time to explain his recommendations to help patients better what health problems they are see him for. He has helped me for many years. He gives me the cortisone shot in my hip, every 3 to 4 months. Never feel the shot.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Little to no waiting. Always takes time to explain results and answer questions.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Very personable and engaging.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Heaton is truly one of the most kind and empathetic doctors in Valdosta.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Great guy and honesty
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
This was our first time visiting the Hughston clinic and meeting Dr. Heaton. He had wonderful mannerism and patient care. His staff was friendly and prompt. We will definitely be using their services in the future!
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Dr Heaton is a very good doctor. He listens to the problem and discusses the best course of action.
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Such a very kind man.
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very knowledgeable and has a great bedside manner. He is friendly and willing to answer any questions I have had. Appears to be a very caring and compassionate doctor. Very pleased with Dr Heaton!
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
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6262 Veterans Parkway Unit B Columbus, GA 31909
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202 S Madison St Thomasville, GA 31792
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1430 US-82 Suite 101 Tifton, GA 31793
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4340 Kings Way Valdosta, GA 31602
Dr. Matthew Heaton, M.D. received an associate degree in chemistry from Young Harris College where he attended on a baseball scholarship. Graduating with honors, he received his undergraduate degree in biochemistry and molecular biology from University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Heaton earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia. Following medical school, he completed an internship at the University of Florida-Shands Department of Surgery in Gainesville, Florida. After his internship, he completed his orthopaedic surgery training at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, and the Shriners Hospital for Children in Shreveport, Louisiana, where, in his last year, he served as chief resident. He then completed a one-year sports medicine fellowship at the Hughston Clinic in Columbus, Georgia.
In addition to general orthopaedics, Dr. Heaton specializes in sports medicine, arthroscopic treatment of shoulder, knee, and hip injuries, as well as shoulder replacement surgery. Dr. Heaton is board certified in orthopaedic surgery and a candidate member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. He is the team orthopaedic physician for Lowndes High School Vikings and an associate team physician for Valdosta State University and Thomas University.
Dr. Heaton enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. He is an outdoorsman, who enjoys hunting and fishing, most especially fly fishing.
Dr. Heaton’s Specialties Include: - Orthobiologics - Arthroscopy - Sports Medicine - Knee - Shoulder - General Orthopaedics - Knee Replacement - Ankle - Hand, Wrist, & Elbow - Hip - Fracture Care - Total Shoulder Replacement - Total Hip Replacement - Oxford Partial Knee Replacement
I had a great experience. Dr. Heaton is very thorough and does a good job listening and explaining.
Dr. Heaten is a excellent Dr.. He takes time to explain his recommendations to help patients better what health problems they are see him for. He has helped me for many years. He gives me the cortisone shot in my hip, every 3 to 4 months. Never feel the shot.
Little to no waiting. Always takes time to explain results and answer questions.
Very personable and engaging.
Dr. Heaton is truly one of the most kind and empathetic doctors in Valdosta.
Great guy and honesty
This was our first time visiting the Hughston clinic and meeting Dr. Heaton. He had wonderful mannerism and patient care. His staff was friendly and prompt. We will definitely be using their services in the future!
Dr Heaton is a very good doctor. He listens to the problem and discusses the best course of action.
Such a very kind man.
Very knowledgeable and has a great bedside manner. He is friendly and willing to answer any questions I have had. Appears to be a very caring and compassionate doctor. Very pleased with Dr Heaton!