Matthew Widner, MD: Orthopedic Surgeon at Orthopaedic Center of South Florida

At the Orthopaedic Center of South Florida—one of the most trusted orthopedic groups in workers’ compensation care—there’s a new face dedicated to helping patients return to their lives with strength and confidence. Meet Dr. Matthew Widner, a fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, whose approach blends performance-level recovery with deeply personal care.

For Dr. Widner, treating injured workers means treating them like athletes. “The goal is always the same—getting them back to their work and life as quickly and safely as possible,” he explains. “That’s how we approach athletes, and it’s how I approach my patients.”

With his background in sports medicine, he brings a solution-focused mindset to injuries that often disrupt not just movement, but livelihoods. Whether in the OR or consulting in the office, his care is precise, proactive, and built around long-term outcomes.

“Orthopaedics is unique because the issues patients come in with are often life-interrupting,” he says. “To be able to offer a solution that relieves pain and helps them get back to doing what they love—that’s what drew me to this field.”

Though relatively early in his career, Dr. Widner’s philosophy is grounded in experience, humility, and a simple golden rule: treat every patient like family. “I think about how I’d want my own loved ones treated, and I hold myself to that standard every day.”

He describes the start of his journey in medicine as “terrifying and exciting”—a mix of nerves, purpose, and privilege. “It takes sacrifice and can be stressful, but it’s incredibly rewarding to help someone when they need it most.”

When he’s not working, you’ll likely find him on the golf course or spending quality time with his family. “If I could golf every day, I would,” he admits with a smile.

As for challenges, he doesn’t shy away from the gray areas that medicine sometimes brings. “Not everything has a clear answer. That’s where experience, instinct, and collaboration come in. My goal is always to make the best decision possible for each unique case.”

At the Orthopaedic Center of South Florida, Dr. Widner is part of a team known for excellence in treating injured workers, bringing a compassionate and performance-driven perspective to every case.

Connect with Dr. Widner and His Team

📞 Phone: 954-473-6344

📧 Email: workcomp@ocsfdocs.com