Dr. Thomas M. Matelic, MD | Grand Rapids, MI | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Thomas Matelic is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine with 37 years of experience treating patients. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and has dedicated his career to helping patients overcome musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. Dr. Matelic speaks both English and Spanish, making care accessible to a broader community of patients.

Dr. Matelic practices throughout the Grand Rapids, Michigan area at multiple locations including Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital, and University of Michigan Health West. He focuses on treating common conditions such as knee pain, shoulder pain, and joint discomfort. His approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and hands-on manual therapy techniques. Patients rate Dr. Matelic 3.9 out of 5 stars for his comprehensive orthopedic and sports medicine care.

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accepting new patients
3.9

35 Ratings
37 years of experience
70 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Wayne State University School Of Medicine
20 written reviews
2 specialties
6 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
9 office locations
Male

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Dr.Matelic is not personable, and don’t empathize at all during a hard time such as a acl recovery. He is hard to reach from the stand point of a patient, as well as a physical therapist and is never on the same page as my physical therapist. Never dives into what my recovery looks like and treats me like another surgery rather than an individual person and my own recovery. Half the time he doesn’t even assess my knee.

November 18th, 2025

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Very helpful and thorough! Dr Matelic has helped me with multiple issues with professionalism, and a very personal manner. I can’t say enough about how O have benefitted in my recovery because of him and his office!

May 6th, 2025

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Awesome physician. Warm, kind, very friendly and spent time explaining everything to me.

August 23rd, 2024

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Best Ortho Dr. Around. He has been my go to for over 25 years.

December 19th, 2023

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Dr Matelic is a very good surgeon. I have had two knee replacement’s by him. I highly recommend him if you need a knee replacement or knee surgery. I am very happy with my results!

February 9th, 2023

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Had very bad shoulder and DR replaced it. Had very little pain after. Did all recommend therapy and was back to playing tennis in 16 weeks. It been a year now and X-ray shows the new shoulder to be in great ship.

March 28th, 2022

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Dr Matelic took time to listen to a complete history of my chronic knee problem. Excellent assessment of my problematic knee and MRI scans. He set out the options and explained the options and the expectations of surgical treatment with a range of outcomes and return to activity.

March 10th, 2022

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I would (and have) recommend Dr.Matelic. He is an excellent surgeon who is professional and caring. I have had 3 other surgeries with him and have been totally satisfied with the results of these surgeries. I would rate him a 10 on a scale if 1 to 10

January 5th, 2022

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Very thorough and clear. Excellent clarity and professionalism.

November 10th, 2021

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I would encourage anyone who is looking to or thinking about a knee replacement to contact Dr. Metalic and his team. They provide excellent care and service so you can enjoy every day living and activities. You won’t be disappointed.

June 16th, 2021

Orthopaedic Associates Of Michigan

1111 Leffingwell Ave NeGrand Rapids, MI 49525

Tel: (616) 459-7101

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Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

100 Michigan St NeGrand Rapids, MI 49503

Tel: (616) 391-1774

Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital

1840 Wealthy St SeGrand Rapids, MI 49506

Tel: (616) 774-7444

Trinity Health Saint Marys Grand Rapids

200 Jefferson Ave SeGrand Rapids, MI 49503

Tel: (616) 685-5000

Corewell Health Reed City Hospital

300 N Patterson RdReed City, MI 49677

Tel: (231) 832-3271

Corewell Health United

615 S Bower StGreenville, MI 48838

Tel: (616) 754-4691

University Of Michigan Health West

5900 Byron Center Ave SwWyoming, MI 49519

Tel: (616) 252-7200

Orthopaedic Associates Of Michigan

555 Midtowne St NE Ste 105Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Tel: (616) 459-7101

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Corewell Health Surgical Optimization Center At Blodgett Hospital

1900 Wealthy St SE Ste 200Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Thomas Michael Matelic, MD	Dr. Alexander David Roszman	Dr. Kent Robert Kern	Dr. Taylor Austin Buuck
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
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37 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Grand Rapids , MI	Seattle , WA	Grand Rapids , MI	Grand Rapids , MI
Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine	Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2028, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Wayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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