CLINIC UPDATE: COVID19: We want to you feel safe and comfortable coming to see us during the COVID situation. At the Winterbourne Hospital full precautions are taken to ensure patient safety, whilst ensuring you can access the care that you need. Mr Barrett has been vaccinated, he also has COVID antibodies and continues to test himself twice weekly.

Mr Matthew Barrett
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
MBBCh, MRCS, FRCS (Tr & Orth)
"The aim is to get you back to where you want to be and doing the things that you love most" - Mr Matthew Barrett, Shoulder & Elbow Specialist
Matthew graduated from Cardiff Medical School, going on to complete his higher orthopaedic surgical training in the Wessex region. He completed specialist fellowships in Shoulder & Elbow surgery, working with and learning from experienced surgeons in Bournemouth and then Auckland, New Zealand.
Matthew works as an NHS Orthopaedic Consultant at Dorset County Hospital, Dorchester, where he specialises in Shoulder, elbow and trauma surgery. He is enthusiastic about teaching and is actively involved with research.
How Can We Help You?
Mr Barrett treats for all aspects of shoulder & elbow pain and problems whether it be a new injury, sports related or a longstanding problem. Experienced in the latest keyhole and open surgery techniques from arthroscopic surgery to complex shoulder replacement surgery.

Shoulder Problems

Elbow Problems

New Patient & Follow Up Appointments
With a variety of ways to book your initial appointment or follow up consultation with Mr Barrett at our private clinic in Dorchester, we aim to be as accessible as possible for our patients. Find out more about both types of consultations and booking information below.

Dorchester Clinic
BMI The Winterbourne Hospital
Herringston Road, Dorchester, DT1 2DR

Bournemouth Clinic
The Nuffield Hospital
67 Lansdowne Rd, Bournemouth, BH1 1RW
Recognised Provider For All Major Insurers
We are a recognised providers for all major insurers such as BUPA, AXA, Aviva, Vitality and more!
Patient Stories

Trevor
"To anyone in need of reconstructive shoulder surgery I would strongly recommend Mr. Barrett and I am very grateful for his advice, expertise and impressive surgical skills."

Guy
"Sure enough I had perfect service and surgery at Dorchester Hospital, was able to windsurf again within six weeks (not on Matt's advice…) and competed in the World Championships and became Grandmaster World Champion. Massive thanks to Matt and his team for all their help and what we achieved."
Got any questions for us? Don't hesitate to contact our friendly team who'll get back to you as soon as possible.