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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So professional with excellent beside manner. Gave us choices and did not seem to rush through our appointment until we understood.
(3 days ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Braswell was friendly, comforting and explained what was happening with my foot in such a clear, understandable way. While he was efficient I never felt like he was rushing me. He was attentive and I feel confident in his diagnosis and and treatment protocol.
(3 days ago)
Jan-2026
Very knowledgeable about my case asked me questions and helped me understand what the issue is with my situation offered solutions and advice for treatment
(5 days ago)
Jan-2026
He was great! Friendly Honest and easy to talk to.
(5 days ago)
Jan-2026
Great communicator
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Very knowledgeable doctor! Pleasure to meet you Matthew!
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
He is a great doctor I would let him do all my surgery if I have to again for anything. He has great bedside manners. He is very thorough and actually talks me if I have questions not blow me off!!!
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Braswell was very nice. He listened patiently to my concerns & answered all my questions to my satisfaction.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Beaswell is very knowledgeable and super helpful.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Very knowledgeable and easy to speak with. Excellent doctor.
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.
So professional with excellent beside manner. Gave us choices and did not seem to rush through our appointment until we understood.
Dr. Braswell was friendly, comforting and explained what was happening with my foot in such a clear, understandable way. While he was efficient I never felt like he was rushing me. He was attentive and I feel confident in his diagnosis and and treatment protocol.
Very knowledgeable about my case asked me questions and helped me understand what the issue is with my situation offered solutions and advice for treatment
He was great! Friendly Honest and easy to talk to.
Great communicator
Very knowledgeable doctor! Pleasure to meet you Matthew!
He is a great doctor I would let him do all my surgery if I have to again for anything. He has great bedside manners. He is very thorough and actually talks me if I have questions not blow me off!!!
Dr Braswell was very nice. He listened patiently to my concerns & answered all my questions to my satisfaction.
Dr. Beaswell is very knowledgeable and super helpful.
Very knowledgeable and easy to speak with. Excellent doctor.