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Dr. Matthew Karek, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 42
Dr. Matthew Karek, MD
4.8 (20 Ratings)

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Dr. Matthew Karek, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Grand Rapids, MI.
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Dr. Matthew Karek, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 42
Grand Rapids, MI
Accepting new patients
15 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Matthew Karek, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Grand Rapids, MI.

About

Dr. Karek graduated from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in 2009 and completed a residency at Detroit Medical Center (GME).Dr. Matthew Karek, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Grand Rapids, MI and has 15 years experience. Dr. Karek currently practices at SHMG Spine & Pain Management Grand Rapids and are affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital and Corewell Health Greenville Hospital. Dr. Karek has experience treating conditions like Scoliosis, Myelopathy and Cervical Spine Myelopathy among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Karek received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Dr. Karek's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Karek is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Scoliosis
Myelopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Scoliosis
Myelopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Scoliosis
Myelopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteosarcoma
Radiculopathy
Sciatica
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Shoulder Fracture
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chordoma
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Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Gait Abnormality
Hammer Toe
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Fracture
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spina Bifida
Lumbosacral Plexopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Polyneuropathy
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacrum Disorders
Schmorl's Nodes
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spina Bifida
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tarlov Cyst
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Torticollis
Transverse Myelitis
Trigger Finger
Upper Back Pain
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Disc Replacement
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Epidural Block
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Facet Blocks
Herniated Disc Surgery
Kyphoplasty
Laminoplasty
Lumbar Microdiscectomy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Nerve Block
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 SHMG Spine & Pain Management Grand Rapids
    1900 Wealthy St SE Ste 290, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
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    Monday
    08:30 - 17:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:15
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:30
    Friday
    08:30 - 12:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Karek
4.8
Based on 20 Reviews
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4 Stars (3)
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Mar 08, 2024
I have had 2 spine surgeries with Dr. Karek. I have found him personable, highly skilled, cares about his patients. Excellent
Mary Deppe — Mar 08, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
    2009
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Detroit Medical Center (GME)
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Detroit Medical Center (GME)
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation (GME)
Fellowship Hospital
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Matthew Karek, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Karek's profile.

Dr. Karek frequently treats the following conditions: Scoliosis, Myelopathy and Cervical Spine Myelopathy. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Matthew Karek, MD is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital and Corewell Health Greenville Hospital.

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

    100 Michigan St NE, Grand Rapids, MI

  • Corewell Health Greenville Hospital

    615 S Bower St, Greenville, MI