Interventional Spine & Pain · Decatur
Matthew Richardson, MD
Board-Certified Physiatrist · Non-Opiate Provider (20+ Years)
Dr. Richardson is a fellowship-trained specialist in interventional spine and pain management who uses the latest technology and techniques to deliver the highest quality of care and best clinical outcomes. With 20 years as a non-opiate provider, he believes in managing pain effectively without dependency risk.
About Dr. Richardson
Matthew M. Richardson, MD is a fellowship-trained board-certified physician at Peachtree Spine & Sports Physicians focusing on spine and joint injuries. His team approach uses the latest technology and techniques to deliver the highest quality of care and best clinical outcomes for patients throughout Metro Atlanta.
A native of Knoxville, Tennessee, Dr. Richardson graduated from the College Scholars program at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine from the Medical University of Tennessee in Memphis. After his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Emory University School of Medicine, Dr. Richardson completed his anesthesia-based fellowship in Interventional Spine in Berkeley, California.
Dr. Richardson has been a non-opiate provider for 20 years, demonstrating his commitment to effective pain management without dependency risk. Outside of medicine, Dr. Richardson enjoys spending time with his family, exercising, cooking, and music. His musical highlights include playing drums for the opening acts of several bands including Dave Matthews Band, 311, Steve Vai, Widespread Panic, Superdrag, Skull Soup, and Colonel Bruce Hampton. He currently enjoys listening to jazz on vinyl and taking jazz drum lessons.
Education & Training
Fellowship-trained interventional spine specialist with decades of expertise in pain management and non-opiate care strategies.
- UndergraduateUniversity of Tennessee, Knoxville
BS · College Scholars Program
- Medical DegreeMedical University of Tennessee, Memphis
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- ResidencyEmory University School of Medicine
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
- FellowshipBerkeley, California
Anesthesia-Based Interventional Spine · 20+ years non-opiate provider
Where Dr. Richardson Sees Patients
Dr. Richardson sees patients at our Decatur office, conveniently located with on-site imaging and physical therapy.
Decatur Office
Decatur, GA 30033
On-site imaging & physical therapy · Same-week appointments available
What Patients Say
Reviews from patients of Dr. Richardson at Peachtree Spine & Sports Physicians.
★★★★★"Dr. Matthew Richardson is a phenomenal doctor! From the moment I walked in, he made me feel heard and taken seriously. He took the time to explain my condition and gave me a clear plan of care. I never felt rushed. His professionalism and compassion are unmatched. Highly recommend!"
★★★★★"I've seen Dr. Richardson for my back pain and couldn't be happier with the care I've received. He is patient, knowledgeable, and very thorough. He listened to all of my concerns."
★★★★★"Dr. Richardson has been such a great help throughout my recovery. He always explains things in a way that's easy to understand and never makes you feel like you're just another patient. The whole team at Peachtree Spine is also incredibly kind and supportive."
Conditions & Treatments
Explore the conditions Dr. Richardson treats and the non-surgical procedures offered at Peachtree Spine.
Effective pain relief without opioids.
New patients welcome · Decatur location
