Matthew J. Braswell, M.D. is a highly skilled foot and ankle specialist with EmergeOrtho – Coastal Region. With a dedication to excellence and a compassionate approach to orthopedic care, Dr. Braswell is committed to enhancing the lives of his patients through personalized treatment. Dr. Braswell’s academic journey began at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree and was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society.
Matthew J. Braswell, M.D. is a highly skilled foot and ankle specialist with EmergeOrtho – Coastal Region. With a dedication to excellence and a compassionate approach to orthopedic care, Dr. Braswell is committed to enhancing the lives of his patients through personalized treatment. Dr. Braswell’s academic journey began at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree and was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society.
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He was absolutely great!!
(3 days ago)
Sep-2026
Excellent. Concerned and aggressive with the plan that I appreciated and am so thankful for. He is a great communicator.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
He is great. I would highly recommend. He took the time to go over all my options then we made the decision for surgery.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Wonderful doctor! Provides detailed information and listens. He definitely cares for his patients.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Braswell was very personable, knowledgeable, and patient. He took the time to listen and explain. I was very impressed!
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
As always Dr. Braswell was superb! He is always personable and explains everything in detail! Thanks Dr. B
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr Braswell is exceptional at listening, remembering things and explaining in layman's terms without condescending.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Always willing to listen and give me the best advice. I really trust him.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Easy to talk to and knowledgeable about my condition
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Professional & caring.
Listened to my concerns & had an agreed plan of action.
Matthew J. Braswell, M.D. is a highly skilled foot and ankle specialist with EmergeOrtho – Coastal Region. With a dedication to excellence and a compassionate approach to orthopedic care, Dr. Braswell is committed to enhancing the lives of his patients through personalized treatment.
Dr. Braswell’s academic journey began at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree and was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society. He furthered his expertise with a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Carolinas Medical Center, honing his skills in various aspects of orthopedics. Dr. Braswell’s commitment to excellence led him to pursue specialized training in foot and ankle orthopedics through a fellowship at the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery, solidifying his expertise in his chosen field.
Dr. Braswell is a frequently published contributor to specialty medical journals and an established podium presenter at national annual meetings for orthopedic specialists. He has also served on various prestigious committees and programs covering a range of topics, including quality assurance and improvement, performing root cause analyses, and instituting quality improvement measures.
A native of Wilmington, Dr. Braswell has a heart for community service and has participated in numerous outreach initiatives throughout his life. While in medical school, he worked with multiple military and veteran service organizations, including founding two. He has participated in medical service trips to Honduras twice and he spent a month in Tanzania in 2023, teaching residents and operating at Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center. Dr. Braswell was nominated for the Dr. Louisa Littleton Underserved Populations award and is an active board member for a nonprofit focused on funding surgeries in developing countries.
The son and brother of football coaches, Dr. Braswell played football at John T. Hoggard High School and was a walk-on at UNC. He has a love of athletics in general, and sports medicine in particular, and relished the opportunity to work alongside team physicians for numerous NFL and NBA franchises during his residency and fellowship.
He was absolutely great!!
Excellent. Concerned and aggressive with the plan that I appreciated and am so thankful for. He is a great communicator.
He is great. I would highly recommend. He took the time to go over all my options then we made the decision for surgery.
Wonderful doctor! Provides detailed information and listens. He definitely cares for his patients.
Dr. Braswell was very personable, knowledgeable, and patient. He took the time to listen and explain. I was very impressed!
As always Dr. Braswell was superb! He is always personable and explains everything in detail! Thanks Dr. B
Dr Braswell is exceptional at listening, remembering things and explaining in layman's terms without condescending.
Always willing to listen and give me the best advice. I really trust him.
Easy to talk to and knowledgeable about my condition
Professional & caring. Listened to my concerns & had an agreed plan of action.