ABOUT US
Mr Matthew Barrett
YOUR SPECIALIST
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.
Outside of work he enjoys running, kitesurfing and sea swimming so he understands the importance of getting back to doing the things you love most.
Experienced in the latest keyhole and open surgery techniques, your shoulder and elbow solutions will be tailored to your needs whilst being performed at the highest standard of care.
CONDITIONS WE TREAT
All aspects of shoulder & elbow problems and shoulder & elbow pain dealt with, 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. The aim is to get back to where you want to be, doing the things that you want to do.
Once we have diagnosed your problem we will develop a treatment plan. This may involve physiotherapy, an injection, shockwave therapy or sometimes surgery. If you have private insurance then you can contact your provider and ask to come and see me. If you are self paying you can make an appointment directly with me without a referral.
SHOULDER
Arthritis
Fractures
Instability
Impingement
Frozen shoulder
Clavicle problems
Rotator cuff problems
Acromioclavicular joint (ACJ)
ELBOW
Arthritis
Stiffness
Tennis elbow
Golfers elbow
Cubital tunnel syndrome
OUR SHOULDER CLINIC
BMI The Winterbourne Hospital, Dorchester (Dorset)
We hold our private clinic at the very warm and welcoming BMI Winterbourne Hospital in Dorchester, Dorset. There is plenty of parking available for patients and the hospital is situated just off the A35 and Herringston Road making it accessible for those within, or just outside of Dorchester.
Address: The Winterbourne Hospital. Herringston Road, Dorchester, Dorchester, DT1 2DR
Call / Message 07944 069063 (Secretary)
