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Dr. Matthew Clayton, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 42
Dr. Matthew Clayton, MD
4.9 (413 Ratings)

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Dr. Matthew Clayton, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Athens, AL.
Dr. Matthew Clayton, MD
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Dr. Matthew Clayton, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 42
Athens, AL
Accepting new patients
15 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Matthew Clayton, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Athens, AL.

About

Dr. Clayton graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 2009 and completed a residency at Mount Carmel Medical Center.Dr. Matthew Clayton, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Athens, AL and has 15 years experience. Dr. Clayton currently practices at SportsMED and are affiliated with Marshall Medical Center South, Crestwood Medical Center and Huntsville Hospital. Dr. Clayton has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Clayton received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 413 times. Dr. Clayton's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Clayton is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Joint Pain
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Joint Pain
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Knee Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Piriformis Syndrome
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sciatica
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Spondylitis
Arthrocentesis
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscectomy
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Elbow Bursitis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fibular Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Ottos Pelvis
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rib Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Schmorl's Nodes
Scoliosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
TMJ
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Wrist Fracture
Anterior Approach Total Hip Replacement
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Fracture Care
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Knee Replacement
Patella Resurfacing
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Insurance Accepted

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  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Choice Plus POS II
    Open Choice PPO
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama PPO
  • Dental Blue 100/200/300
  • National POS
    Choice Care Network PPO
    Choice POS
    Choice Care PPO
  • Blue Network L
    Blue Network P PPO
  • Choice Plus POS
    Navigate POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO
    Navigate HMO
  • Blue Card PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Athens Office
    22423 US Highway 72, Athens, AL 35613
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (256) 230-9607
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Office
    4715 Whitesburg Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35802
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (256) 881-5151
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Clayton
4.9
Based on 413 Reviews
5 Stars (404)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (6)

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Patient Reviews
Dec 26, 2024
Dr. Clayton took time to discuss the x-rays. He made me feel confident that this second surgery on the opposite knee should have better results from the surgery performed at a different orthopedic group. He was right!
Sherryl — Dec 26, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine
    2009
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Mount Carmel Medical Center
    2010
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Mount Carmel Medical Center
    2014
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Southern Joint Replacement Institute
    2015
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Clayton communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Clayton offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Clayton offer an online patient portal?
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Matthew Clayton, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Clayton's profile.

Dr. Matthew Clayton, MD is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center South, Crestwood Medical Center and Huntsville Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Matthew Clayton, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Marshall Medical Center South

    2505 US Highway 431, Boaz, AL

  • Crestwood Medical Center

    1 Hospital Dr SW, Huntsville, AL

  • Huntsville Hospital

    101 Sivley Rd SW, Huntsville, AL