Matthew M. McLaughlin, MD

For Dr. Matt McLaughlin, listening to patients is the first step in helping them regain the functioning they’ve lost in their joints, muscles, and nerves. “I try and get to know my patients and I work as hard as I can for their welfare.”

As a physiatrist, Dr. McLaughlin specializes in the non-surgical evaluation and treatment of spine pain. Dr. McLaughlin also specializes in electrodiagnostic testing to help identify nerve and muscle problems. “Physiatrists try and see the big picture and use a variety of treatments to restore function.” A patient’s treatment plan may include physical therapy, spinal injections, and assistive equipment to help relieve pain and improve patients’ lives. “Nearly everyone gets back or neck pain, and today there’s a lot we can do to lessen the agony and get patients back to their normal routine. Some patients still require surgery, but we can provide effective, conservative treatments so we can be much more selective in recommending it.”

Dr. Mc Laughlin joined Wellington in 2001 after more than seven years of private practice in Denver, CO. He and his wife, both Ohio natives, are happy to be back in the Midwest, raising their two children near family.

Dr. McLaughlin sees patients of all ages.

Certifications

American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine

Societies

American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
American Medical Society
Physiatric Association of Spine, Sports and Occupational Medicine

Education

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio

Medical School

The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, Ohio

Residencies

Resident in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, The Ohio State University Hospitals, Columbus, Ohio

Post Graduate Studies / Additional Training

Internship at Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, Ohio

Honors/Awards

Alpha Omega Alpha Society