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Robert F. Matlock, M.D. FAAOS
Fox Valley Orthopedics
Orthopedics, Sports Medicine
Elgin, IL
4.9
129 Ratings
59 Comments
Board-certified, Dr. Robert F. Matlock, M.D. specializes in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. He treats a wide range of orthopedic conditions in adolescents and adults, giving patients both surgical and non-surgical options. Dr. Matlock enjoys working with athletes and helping them overcome an injury or condition quickly, and safely. He also has extensive experience in treating injured workers and helping them return to their prior level of function.
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4.9
129 Ratings
59 Comments
Board-certified, Dr. Robert F. Matlock, M.D. specializes in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. He treats a wide range of orthopedic conditions in adolescents and adults, giving patients both surgical and non-surgical options. Dr. Matlock enjoys working with athletes and helping them overcome an injury or condition quickly, and safely. He also has extensive experience in treating injured workers and helping them return to their prior level of function.
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Board-certified, Dr. Robert F. Matlock, M.D. specializes in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. He treats a wide range of orthopedic conditions in adolescents and adults, giving patients both surgical and non-surgical options.
Dr. Matlock enjoys working with athletes and helping them overcome an injury or condition quickly, and safely. He also has extensive experience in treating injured workers and helping them return to their prior level of function.
Dr. Matlock works closely with patients to help them understand their condition and treatment options. For better outcomes, he encourages patients to contribute to their care and share in the decision-making process.
When possible, Dr. Matlock uses non-invasive treatments, such as physical therapy, injections, and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections before considering surgery. When conservative care is unsuccessful and surgery becomes necessary, Dr. Matlock specializes in such minimally invasive procedures as:
Shoulder and knee arthroscopy
Meniscus repair and partial meniscectomy
ACL repairs and reconstruction
MCL repair and reconstruction
Rotator cuff repair
Biceps tenodesis
Shoulder labrum repair and stabilization for shoulder dislocation and instability
Tendon repair and reconstruction
Advanced procedures:
Revision - rotator cuff repair and augmentation
Revision - shoulder stabilization
Revision ACL reconstruction
Meniscus root repair and revision meniscus repair
Medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction for patella dislocation
Dr. Matlock and his team work closely with physical and occupational therapists to help patients regain pain-free range of motion, strength, and function after an injury or surgery.
In his free time, Dr. Matlock enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters. They love to travel and enjoy nature by biking, hiking, and rafting, as well as annual snow skiing trips with friends. He is an avid college football fan, and relishes listening to music with his daughters who are Hi-Fi audio enthusiasts.
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I really appreciate his bedside manner. He explains things so that the average person can understand what is going to happen and takes the time to answer any and all questions.
Outstanding Doctor
Dr. Matlock is very knowledgeable . He knew exactly what was causing my pain and diagnosed my problems right away . His attention to his patients is commendable. I would definitely recommend him .
Dr Matlock and staff are very friendly and professional. Dr Matlock takes time to explain and listen
Dr. Matlock explained things very well. Pleasant and professional. I am an RN so a bad patient. 😆
Showed compassion and really listened
Very help
Absolutely love this doctor. He diagnosed a problem that I had, when 6 other doctors could not figure out what was wrong.. I now drive 45 minutes each way to see him.
Knowledgeable and great explanation of situation, options, and expected outcomes.
Great communication skills, knowledgeable, kind and thorough