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.
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.
Excellent bedside manner. Took time to review problem and treatment options. Answered all questions and I did not feel rushed
Dr Braswell answered all my questions in terms that I could understand. I now have a game plan and understand my options. Dr. Braswell was kind & patient. Highly recommend
Very knowledgeable really liked him
Excellent Dr. explain everything in detail and answered all my questions.
He was very nice the place was clean and fresh only thing is had me waiting in room for about 45 minutes really didn't tell me nothing was in and out room fast 8
Very professional. Gave clear options. Answered questions. i did not feel rushed.
Great addition to the Emerge Ortho Team. Matt Braswell is truly amazing to work with. He is very knowledgeable and very caring in the healthcare he provides .
Answered all my questions. A true professional!
Awesome experience
He assured me that he was there to take care of me. I was uneasy about something that had to be done in office he allowed me the time I needed to decide what I wanted to do. Excellent bedside manner, patient and kind! That goes a long way. Took time to explain things to me and made sure I understood what was going on. He even drew me a picture. Thanks Dr. Braswell. I will continue to see him! Highly recommend!