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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 01, 2025
Dr. Blake is very straight forward with the information and answers all your questions fully.
July 26, 2025
Dr. Blake is thorough and to the point, easy to bring questions to and he takes the time to answer those questions.
May 23, 2025
She is always great to talk to and see very thorough, listens to me, She even remembers stuff we talked about years ago.
May 02, 2025
Very thorough and answered all questions .
April 27, 2025
It was very informative and very comforting. I know I'm in good hands!
April 12, 2025
Clear explanation of my injury and possible treatment
April 02, 2025
Everyone took their time to make you feel welcome and made sure all of your questions were answered
March 23, 2025
Dr Blake used the models to explain what he thinks is happening and then also gave me a few different options of things he would suggest for me, and then let me make the ultimate decision which I appreciated
March 14, 2025
Dr Blake listened, was very informative and told me all I needed to know
March 13, 2025
Dr. Blake fixed my right shoulder 6yrs ago and it feels great, after this repair my arm already feels much better than it did prior to surgery. I brag about Dr. Blake every chance I get. Thank you.
March 09, 2025
Good
February 26, 2025
I cannot give enough credit to Dr. Blake and his team. They have been very supportive and professional throughout the entire process. He and his team have always laid out all of the facts and provided some of the best recommendations for treatment/therapy through this entire process. 10 out of 10!
February 26, 2025
It was short and to the point. I did not get to ask very many questions and doctor depart without any giving indication he was not returning. Awkward
February 23, 2025
I was listened to with great intent and understanding and was provided with excellent treatment options described in excellent detail to help my understanding of those options. Dr. Blake made my visit welcoming and helped lessen my stress concerning my situation and condition.
February 15, 2025
Dr. Blake explained the diagnosis and surgery in great detail.
February 07, 2025
Very happy with my experience
January 31, 2025
Needs assessed and cared for.
January 25, 2025
Dr Blake was highly recommended to me by several of my doctors, and I also will highly recommend Dr Blake! The way he talks about what he does, I guarantee you if you ask him if he's a perfectionist when it comes to his craft he will answer yes without hesitation in my opinion! I don't even have to be there, I already believe.
January 24, 2025
EXCELLENT
January 22, 2025
Very courteous and great visit
December 15, 2024
When my appt was made with Dr Blake, several of my friends/family, who are in health care, gave him great recommendations. I would definitely recommend him to others.
December 15, 2024
I've always been very pleased with my interactions with Dr. Blake and any subsequent treatments and he is the physician I go to when I experience medical problems in his area of specialty.
November 24, 2024
Dr Blake fixed my other shoulder around 5 years ago, I was very pleased to find out he will fix my left shoulder as well.
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