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.
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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Quick and attentive
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
After having a negative experience at another orthopedic facility, Dr. Matlock and his team are a breath of fresh air! He has great bedside manner and is a phenomenal surgeon. So happy I decided to go with them having ACL reconstruction. Highly recommend
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
very kind and understanding
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Great doctor.
(2 months ago)
Jan-2026
He explains everything and does a thorough exam.
(2 months ago)
Dec-2025
Staff and Dr. Matlock are top tier. They have made my pre and post op experiences so comfortable and smooth 👏
(3 months ago)
Nov-2025
Very caring and kind. Provided thorough explanation of procedures and options for care.
(3 months ago)
Nov-2025
All staff couldn’t have been nicer and helpful
(5 months ago)
Oct-2025
Very friendly and listened to everything I said.i was very impressed with him.
(5 months ago)
Sep-2025
Very personable. Explained everything clearly and effectively. Really felt he cared about me and my recovery.
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.
Quick and attentive
After having a negative experience at another orthopedic facility, Dr. Matlock and his team are a breath of fresh air! He has great bedside manner and is a phenomenal surgeon. So happy I decided to go with them having ACL reconstruction. Highly recommend
very kind and understanding
Great doctor.
He explains everything and does a thorough exam.
Staff and Dr. Matlock are top tier. They have made my pre and post op experiences so comfortable and smooth 👏
Very caring and kind. Provided thorough explanation of procedures and options for care.
All staff couldn’t have been nicer and helpful
Very friendly and listened to everything I said.i was very impressed with him.
Very personable. Explained everything clearly and effectively. Really felt he cared about me and my recovery.