About Me

Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Expertise

Matthew Blake, MD, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician at Avera Orthopedics in Sioux Falls, SD, provides orthopedic and sports medicine care to people of all ages.

With fellowship training in shoulder and elbow surgery and sports medicine, you can count on Dr. Blake’s expertise in procedures such as:

  • ACL and knee ligament reconstruction
  • Arthroscopic shoulder, knee and elbow surgery
  • Cartilage restoration
  • Fracture care
  • Meniscus surgery
  • Rotator cuff and labral repair
  • Total and reverse shoulder replacement

Compassionate Care

Dr. Blake believes that the best way to help his patients is by taking time to understand their pain. “I sit down with them and listen to where they’re coming from and what’s not working right. I try to put them at ease by letting them know there’s something we can do to help.”

“The best part of my work is being able to walk alongside patients – who are struggling and hurting – and help them do what they want to do in life again,” he adds.

Active Lifestyle

In his free time, Dr. Blake loves spending time with his family, including his wife and five children. “I spend a lot of time helping them with homework,” he laughs. “I also enjoy going to their activities like cross country, gymnastics, soccer and football.”

He also likes to read and enjoy outdoor activities such as mountain biking, snowboarding, wakeboarding, camping, fishing and hiking.

Experience

Education

Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, Medical School

Residency

Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowship

University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Shoulder & Elbow

University of Kentucky, Lexington, Sports Medicine

Professional Memberships

American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons

Certifications

American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons

Reviews

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August 11, 2024
I have nothing but good to say about Dr. Blake, the PA, and his staff
August 09, 2024
Great experience
July 27, 2024
Awesome
July 26, 2024
It was one of the best doctor visits I've ever had.
July 19, 2024
Always telling people to go there
July 18, 2024
Dr. Blake was straight forward with the seriousness of my fracture. I had expected to be casted and set home on the first visit. I was wrong. It helped me prepare for what was really wrong.
July 13, 2024
Dr. Blake is fantastic
July 04, 2024
From my exam before surgery until my appointments post surgery, they have far exceeded my expectations and take their time to listen and answer any questions and concerns.
June 16, 2024
Good
June 10, 2024
I was very impressed with what was going on and how good they was with everything even the X-ray
May 10, 2024
Excellent experience
April 28, 2024
I have already recommended Dr. Blake to a friend of mine.
April 18, 2024
The Care I received was a 10+ above just exquisite from all of the staff involve. I cannot complain. I was very appreciative on how well I was taking care of.
April 07, 2024
Caleb is awesome! He explains things well and listens to my concerns.
March 27, 2024
Dr. Blake was very kind and explained options to me throughly.
March 26, 2024
Good
March 23, 2024
All great
March 22, 2024
Dr. Blake was great. Very amicable and explained things very clearly to me.
March 17, 2024
Good
November 29, 2023
Very good

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