Overview
Jonathan Mathers, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He received his undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering from Duke University and medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine.He completed a sports medicine fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine and specializes in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee, total knee replacement, and fracture care. He employs the latest arthroscopic techniques including ACL reconstruction using quadriceps tendon autograft, cartilage restoration, rotator cuff repairs, and treatment of shoulder instability. He also has a special interest in custom total knee replacement. He has extensive experience in both operative and nonoperative treatment of fractures throughout the skeleton including all upper and lower extremity fractures.Dr. Mathers is very active in the community and can be found on the sideline as the team physician for North Atlanta High School football and athletics. He also serves on the Georgia Arthritis Foundation Leadership Board.He has previously served as the assistant team physician for the MLB Houston Astros, NFL Houston Texans, and University of Houston Cougars. He has also been a team physician for Morehouse College, Georgia Perimeter College, and area high schools.Dr. Mathers believes in lifelong learning and is always striving to improve on current treatments. At the same time, he believes every patient has their own story and deserves personal attention. His goal is to build trust with each of his patients and to make informed healthcare decisions together as a team.He lives in Atlanta with his wife and three children and enjoys photography, live music, soccer at all levels, and Duke basketball.
Dr. Mathers is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, and Hip Replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael J. Mathers
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael J. Mathers?
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Is Dr. Michael J. Mathers a top-rated expert for Bursitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael J. Mathers is classified as an Advanced expert for Bursitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Michael J. Mathers specialize in?
While Dr. Michael J. Mathers is a Sports Medicine, they have specific expertise in Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Sports Medicine.
Does Dr. Michael J. Mathers accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael J. Mathers accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 404-352-1053 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- BursitisDr. Mathers isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Mathers isAdvanced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Mathers isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- TendinitisDr. Mathers isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Mathers isAdvanced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
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- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Mathers isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Mathers isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Mathers isExperienced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- CoccydyniaDr. Mathers isExperienced. Learn about Coccydynia.
- Common Peroneal Nerve DysfunctionDr. Mathers isExperienced. Learn about Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction.
- Decerebrate PostureDr. Mathers isExperienced. Learn about Decerebrate Posture.