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Matthew Williams, M.D.
Louisiana Orthopaedic Specialists
Orthopedics: Arthroscopic and Reconstructive Surgery of the Shoulder and Elbow
Lafayette, New Iberia, Youngsville
Most recent review: 6 days ago
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4.9
842 Ratings
353 Comments
Dr. Matthew D. Williams is a fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopedic surgeon who is a specialist in total shoulder replacement, reverse shoulder replacement, and revision shoulder replacements.
4.9
842 Ratings
353 Comments
Dr. Matthew D. Williams is a fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopedic surgeon who is a specialist in total shoulder replacement, reverse shoulder replacement, and revision shoulder replacements.
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Matthew D. Williams, MD is a fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder and elbow. He is nationally and internationally trained in shoulder replacement surgery and is a specialist in total shoulder replacement, reverse shoulder replacement, and revision shoulder replacements (the treatment of painful or failed shoulder replacements).
Dr. Williams completed his fellowship training in shoulder and elbow surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. In addition, Dr. Williams completed a highly coveted fellowship program in shoulder surgery at the renowned Clinique St. Anne Lumiere in Lyon, France with Dr. Gilles Walch and the co-inventors of the internationally recognized reverse shoulder arthroplasty procedure.
Prior his fellowship, Dr. Williams completed his residency training at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. He obtained his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine and bachelor’s degree from Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi.
Dr. Williams is academically active and has authored articles and book chapters on shoulder replacement, shoulder arthritis, shoulder instability, and shoulder stiffness. He has presented scientific papers at national and international meetings. In 2008 The American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons recognized Dr. Williams with the Mel Post research award for research concerning reverse shoulder replacement surgery. Dr. Williams is an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery for the LSU Medical Center in New Orleans and takes an active role in educating current orthopedic surgery residents at UMC in Lafayette. Dr. Williams serves with his partners as team physicians for the University of Louisiana Ragin Cajuns.
Dr. Williams’ top priorities are to keep open communication with patients and referring physicians and to be accessible and approachable for any orthopedic problems, especially challenging shoulder issues.
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Very helpful and kind.
Very personable. Great bedside manor! Knowledgeable and didn't come across as quick to cut!!
Explained everything well.
Best of the best !!!
He was very kind and understanding. He explained everything very well about my shoulder issues, exercises, and future therapy and care.
Spent time explaining what was going on and laid out several pathways. Also gave me some exercises to do to help remediate the issue. Great doctor.
Absolutely amazing just a perfect visit from the introduction till the time we left, the staff, the nurses, thank you everyone
had an outstanding experience with this orthopedic doctor. From the first appointment, they took the time to truly listen to my concerns and thoroughly explain my diagnosis and treatment options. I never felt rushed, and every question I had was answered clearly and honestly.
Very understanding and caring physician!
Great doctor