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Robert F. Matlock, M.D. FAAOS
Fox Valley Orthopedics
Orthopedics, Sports Medicine
Elgin, IL
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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4.9
210 Ratings
88 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
210 Ratings
88 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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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.
Very patient and thorough
Very patience and comprehensive in his explanations.
Very thorough
Friendly and knowledgeable
I appreciate doctors professionalism, knowledge, and kindness..He took his time to listen to my concerns, explained the situation, and proposed the treatment plan which is very acceptable to me. The front desk, nurses, assistants, everyone was very respectful and helpful. Thank you, doctor and staff for a good experience!