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Matthew H. Griffith, MD
About Dr. Matthew Griffith
Dr. Matthew Griffith is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who has been with Arthritis & Sports in the Sterling office since 2008. He is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art care to patients with sports injuries and disorders of the shoulder, upper extremity, and knee.
Dr. Griffith attended Duke University for his undergraduate education and received his M.D. from the University of Oklahoma. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery (Cornell University) in New York City. Subsequently, he received fellowship training in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital (Harvard University) where he served as an assistant team physician for the New England Patriots, Boston Red Sox and Boston Bruins.
Dr. Griffith is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art care for patients with sports injuries and athletic, traumatic, and degenerative disorders. His expertise includes: minimally invasive and arthroscopic procedures of the shoulder, elbow and knee; reconstructive surgery including total shoulder and reverse shoulder replacements; and the utilization of noninvasive procedures for injuries, such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections.
In addition to his work at Arthritis & Sports, Dr. Griffith is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. Dr. Griffith is dedicated to caring for athletes in the area and is currently team physician for the Potomac Falls Panthers and Park View Patriots high school football teams.
Awards
2014 Washingtonian Magazine Top Doctor
2013 Consumer Research Council Top Orthopedists of America
Credentials
Board Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery
Education & Training
Fellowship - Harvard University at Massachusetts General Hospital, Sports Medicine & Shoulder Surgery (2008)
Residency - Cornell University at the Hospital for Special Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery (2007)
Medical Degree - University of Oklahoma (2002)
The Effect of Radiofrequency Energy on Glenohumeral Fluid Temperature during Shoulder Arthroscopy
Good CR, Griffith MH, Shindle M, Wanich T, Warren RF. JBJS. 91(2):429-34, 2009 Feb.
PMMA Is Superior to Hydroxyapatite for Colony Reduction in Experimentally Induced Osteomyelitis
Zelken J, Wanich T, Gardner M, Griffith M, Bostrom M. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 462:190-4, 2007 Sep.
Traumatic Segmental Bone Loss in a Pediatric Patient Treated with Bifocal Bone Transport
Griffith MH, Gardner MJ, Widmann RF. Journal of Trauma. 21(5): 347-51, 2007 May.
Good CR, Green DW, Griffith MH, Valen AW, Widmann RF, Rodeo SA. Arthroscopy. 23(2):157-63, 2007 Feb.
Hybrid Locked Plating of Osteoporotic Fractures of the Humerus
Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporotic Fractures
Helical Plating of the Proximal Humerus
Gardner MJ, Griffith MH, Lorich DG. Injury. 36(10):1197-2000, 2005 Oct.
Complete Exposure of the Articular Surface for Fixation of Patellar Fractures
Surgical Treatment of Pediatric Femoral Shaft Fractures
Gardner MJ, Lawrence BD, Griffith MH. Current Opinion in Pediatrics. 16(1):51-7, 2004 Feb.
A Minimally Invasive Approach for Plate Fixation of the Proximal Humerus
Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Utilizing Mini-Stem Humeral Components: Technique and Short-Term Results
Jost PW, Dines JS, Griffith MH, Angel M, Altchek DW, Dines DM. HSSJ. 7(3):213-7, 2011 Oct.
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Hospital Affiliations
Here's What Our Patients Say About Dr. Griffith
Dr. Griffith is the BEST! He's knowledgeable. Professional, and CARING!!! He's my go to for any orthopedic issues. He's an EXCELLENT surgeon, yet thankfully he doesn't have the God complex that a lot of surgeons possess. Dr. Griffith listens and provides superior care. I travel 50 miles one way to be treated by him, and will continue driving the distance. I trust him and have complete confidence in his recommended treatment plan. I highly recommend him if you have any shoulder, upper extremity, or knee problems. Trust me... he's the BEST!!!
Hermann E.
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I had my follow up appointment with my orthopedic surgeon today. I’m thankful for having the opportunity to personally thank Dr Matthew Griffith for my successful surgery. My Physical Therapist has worked closely with me to ensure that I’m getting the therapy I need to heal and recover from my shoulder replacement surgery. Had it not been for the expertise and knowledge of Dr Griffith I would have eventually loss the use of my arm. I would tell anyone that is in need of shoulder repair/surgery, that they would definitely be in good hands with Dr Griffith. Thank you Dr Griffith and your staff for getting me through what otherwise may have been a very different outcome.
Deborah J.
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Dr. Matthew Griffith answered all my questions and gave me great advice about how to manage new shoulder pain while keeping up with my ongoing at-home maintenance shoulder therapy. An option was given for a few weeks of physical therapy, but I want to see if the problem resolves on its own in time. He didn't push me to do anything I didn't want to do. I appreciate that immensely!
Dee H.
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