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Dr. Michael Matthews, DPM

Dr. Michael Matthews, DPM

Podiatry*

Dr. Michael Matthews, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Bethesda, MD. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northwest Community Hospital and Advocate Condell Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 77 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (77 reviews)

Dr. Matthews is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Matthews specializes in the areas of Foot Surgery & Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Matthews' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Matthews

4.8
77 ratings, 77 with a written review
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Obnoxious manner, full of himself, avoid him like the plague.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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H. O'Toole – Jul 25, 2024
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The team was courteous and timely! Dr. Matthews took xrays and immediately gave me a diagnosis with examples and language I could understand. Next I was fitted for the brace/orthotics I needed to improve my situation. I would highly recommend the team at The Podiatry Center!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Andrea S. – Dec 14, 2022
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I feel confident that he knows what he's doing and i like the tx plan
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Emily J. – Dec 06, 2022
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I was comfortable with Dr. Matthews as soon as he walked in the room. I have been a RN for over 35 years. His smile, greeting, eye contact, and willingness to fully explain my ankle injury was fantastic! He listened to my history and physical concerns to develop an action plan for success! I cannot wait to return for my follow-up visit with less pain and increased ankle mobility! Thanks to you and your medical assistant for top-notch care. :-)
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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April A. – Dec 06, 2022
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Never thought I would go to bed without pain (or surgery) -- Dr. Matthews ordered custom orthotics and I can walk, even barefoot, without any discomfort. I recommend him highly!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Molly M. – Dec 02, 2022
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great quick and very kind
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Carol H. – Nov 23, 2022
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My overall experience was excellent. The doctor listened to my concerns. He gave me all the tools I needed to relieve the pain in my foot.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cindy G. – Nov 21, 2022
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First, the intake and paperwork were easy as tthe front office staff was professional, kind and very pleasent. Second, the prescreening was the best i have expereinced in 37 years of medical practice. Third - the doctor spoke clearly and was great
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Chuck E. – Nov 16, 2022
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Very professional and an expert in diagnosis of my foot issues, Fortunate to have been recommended to Dr. Mattews., Feeling grateful for pain-free feet!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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William H. – Nov 11, 2022
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Dr. Michael Matthews and his staff were the model of what medical care should be: kind, efficient, transparent and, most important, highly professional throughout. All my questions were clearly answered, Dr. Matthews and his assistant Ashley took a great deal of care and time to address every issue and I left the practice with my pain mitigated and a plan in place to heal the trauma to my foot. 10/10!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kirsten W. – Oct 19, 2022
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Easy to talk to, clear directions, no wait time, excellent staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Anonymous – Sep 21, 2022
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Visit went so well! Dr. Matthews is the best doctor! He gave me proper care and my foot issues are gone completely! I am highly satisfied with the care I received.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Bilquis S. – Sep 21, 2022
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You can find much better
Horrible experience here.. initially went due to close proximity, and ability to get an appointment. We thought its just a foot doctor, right ? After over 1 year of a dozen appointments, Dr Matthews couldn’t resolve the wound and in fact recommended that we completely remove the entire large toe nail at which point we stood up and said thanks, but no thanks! Why would you open the entire toe nail to invite infection? Lesson learned, here are the essential questions to consider when choosing a podiatrist. Do they have a team of specialists? Can they heal your wound? Are they using advanced technology? Do they welcome second opinions? Are they award winning? This practice is a NO on all counts. I don’t typically write reviews, but I received an email from this practice to Vote for Dr. Matthews as "Best Podiatrist:" for Best of Bethesda. You have been warned.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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LM – Sep 03, 2022
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wonderful professionalism, great experience! Courtesy and respect in action! Dr Matthews is very excellent and dedication to his duties and very careful towards his patients!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Agnes O. – Oct 26, 2021
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He was very personable, thorough, great personality but professional at the same time. He explained everything so that you understood what was going on. He only recommended what you needed and didn't try to sell a product just to sell it. He was very honest & told one exactly what one had to do to get better or improve your situation, I would highly recommend him & his staff- everyone was pleasant & professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Muriel B. – Sep 01, 2021
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Very open to adjusting with an explanation that makes sense.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Spencer Hardney – Aug 27, 2021
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Came in here with multiple foot and ankle issues...leaving pain-free. Trust me on this one, Dr. Matthews is very thorough and...also important to me...very kind.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Margaret W. – Apr 13, 2021
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From the start I was well taken care of by Dr. Matthews and his staff. He made me feel comfortable and I had no worries about the surgery. He took the time to answer all my questions and reviewed the procedure several times. Surgery went flawless. He provided me with support post surgery, answering all of my follow up questions. My recovery journey has been great and I am so thankful for Dr. Matthews expertise and experience. He brings warmth, support, and humor to his patients. He makes the experience personable and you feel the support of him and the staff. I recommend Dr. Matthews and the practice to all patients!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Hanna L. – Apr 13, 2021
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Awesome group of people to work with.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Tina B. – Apr 07, 2021
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Dr. Matthews helped create a plan for me that has helped me recover in record time and the office staff were helpful in getting appointments scheduled quickly and taking care of me at my appointments.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Apr 06, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Matthews' philosophy is to provide the highest level personable  patient care by creating treatment plans based on experience, evidence based medicine, and patient goals.

biography

Dr. Matthews is a native of Southern California.  He received his undergraduate education from the University of California, Los Angeles, where he focused on International Relations and Pre-Medical Sciences.  He then continued his graduate...read more
  • Podiatry

  • Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery

  • Podiatric Surgery

  • Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • California School Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School
  • Harvard Medical School

    2017
  • Mount Auburn Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2017
  • U.c.l.a.

    Undergraduate School, 2009
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery®
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Foot Surgery
Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery
Self designated 

Dr. Matthews is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Aurora Medical Center-Kenosha

      10400 75th St
      Kenosha, WI 53142
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Mount Auburn Hospital

      330 Mount Auburn St
      Cambridge, MA 02138
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Northwest Community Hospital

      800 W Central Rd
      Arlington Heights, IL 60005
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality