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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Excellent care. Through with explanation of what's going on and what needs to happen.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Had instant relief from draining fluid from knee
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
He is amazing! He takes the time to talk with you and gives you lots of solutions
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Matlock has been wonderful. He takes his time to make sure you understand exactly what is wrong and how the repair is going to proceed. I also received a follow up call personally from him which I never expected!
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
I am very impressed with Dr. Matlock he listens to his patients concerns does not rush them out and is very kind and understanding
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Quick and attentive
(2 months 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
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.
Excellent care. Through with explanation of what's going on and what needs to happen.
Had instant relief from draining fluid from knee
He is amazing! He takes the time to talk with you and gives you lots of solutions
Dr. Matlock has been wonderful. He takes his time to make sure you understand exactly what is wrong and how the repair is going to proceed. I also received a follow up call personally from him which I never expected!
I am very impressed with Dr. Matlock he listens to his patients concerns does not rush them out and is very kind and understanding
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.