DAVID MATTHEW WALTON, MD

• Arthritis & Joint Inflammation
• Foot & Ankle Conditions
• Fractures & Broken Bones
• Total Joint Replacement

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Patient Ratings

543 Patient Ratings

Patient Comments

October 15, 2025 - "I trust Dr. Walton to give me the very best of care! He is truly a wonderful person!!"

October 7, 2025 - "Dr Walton is one of the most engaged physicians I have ever experienced."

September 26, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is hands down the best foot doctor I have seen and I have seen a number over the decades, both as at UM patient and elsewhere. He was patient and open minded. Because he didn't jump to conclusions, he got to the bottom of my issue in a way that other doctors had missed. I cannot stress enough how much I appreciate Dr. Walton. He is phenomenal and his care helped me avoid surgery and continue doing the things I love!"

September 26, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is pleasant person to have as a doctor he Is friendly and [...] he always has a smile and he always shakes your hand when greeting you"

September 24, 2025 - "Dr. Walton and [...] were excellent to work with. The professionalism, concern and consideration for our situation were outstanding. The proficiency and overall handling of the [...] month long ordeal was amazing. Never did a question go unanswered or addressed. I would definitely return to Dr. Walton and [...] and recommend them to friends and family."

September 15, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is always professional and his recommendations are appreciated. He takes the time to answer any questions that I have and is very helpful. He is a great doctor!"

September 10, 2025 - "Dr Walton was very kind and patient. He explained things very well."

September 3, 2025 - "Dr. Walton was great. He had clearly read my chart and referenced relevant information during the visit. He treated me with respect, anticipated my most pressing questions and gave me opportunities to ask others. [...] From my first interaction with Dr. Walton I had full confidence that he understood my condition, and was being both realistic and encouraging about my healing. I am grateful for his care and would recommend others see him."

September 3, 2025 - "Dr. Walton has a way of making everyone in the room feel as though they matter in the health care plan. Not only does he provide the best care possible but also listens to all concerns that may be there"

September 1, 2025 - "[...] Dr. Walton looked at the totality of everything, all the history. [...] Dr. Walton referred me to that office for a look over just to be 100 percent sure there is no other way to remove [...]. You are in the care of the best."

August 27, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is a skilled surgeon and very good at his job. However, during my visits, I often feel undervalued and not listened to, which makes me feel pressured to come up with questions quickly. For example, during my recent visit, he entered the room and immediately asked what questions I had. Honestly, I don't know what questions to ask until someone explains my condition to me. Additionally, he did not mention the [...] that I was asked to take before the visit. I would have liked to see the [...] and receive an explanation of what was happening, but that did not occur."

August 15, 2025 - "Dr Walton listened to my concerns and proposed a plan to address my issues"

August 13, 2025 - "Dr. Walton very knowledgeable and attentive to his patients needs and concerns"

August 13, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is great!"

June 25, 2025 - "Dr Walton was very warm and professional. Explained all that revision surgery entails. Also excellent advice."

June 22, 2025 - "Dr Walton is the Top in his field at U of M Foot and Ankle. I was actually referred to U of M Dr Walton by [...] because they told me Dr Walton was the Best Foot and Ankle Dr in the entire state of Michigan. They were correct and I swear by Dr Walton's advice and the care he gives his patients. Dr Walton is one of the biggest reason I travel [...] hours each way for a standard foot and ankle check up every [...] months for the last [...] years. Thank You Dr Mathew Walton for being the Best !"

June 20, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is truly amazing!!! This experience has renewed my faith that my [...] will heal and I won't be disabled. There is a silver lining now."

June 6, 2025 - "This was my first visit with Dr. Walton- Dr. Walton is very knowledgeable and kind. Great Dr."

June 5, 2025 - "Dr. Walton was very professional and answered all of the questions I had. He was friendly and compassionate as well. He explained in detail what my condition was and provided the initial plan for treatment and follow up. He took plenty of time to make sure I felt heard and that I understood everything he was discussing with me. It was great to have someone who did not brush off questions or concerns that were seen as trivial to other medical professionals I have seen in the past. I feel confident that Dr. W will provide me with the very best care possible."

June 4, 2025 - "I met Dr Walton with [...] I am so grateful and excited, to have Dr Walton perform this procedure . . . [...]"

June 2, 2025 - "[...] Dr. Walton is an extremely talented person and I would highly recommend his services. I have never been so happy about an outcome of a surgery."

May 25, 2025 - "Dr. Walton was very knowledgeable, listened well, answered all my questions and very professional!"

May 23, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is a first-class surgeon who does fantastic work! Always having the patient at ease and caring for your health."

May 23, 2025 - "Dr Walton is a great, caring doctor who gets to the point. But shows compassion and care for the patient. [...]"

May 21, 2025 - "I deeply appreciate Dr. Walton, [...] and [...] and feel they did a great job, especially given that I am a patient with a complicated medical history. Thank you to everyone who helped me through this journey. [...]"

May 14, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is the best. He is skilled, compassionate, thorough, patient, personable, ..every wonderful trait you would ask for from a physician and surgeon."

May 7, 2025 - "I feel I received excellent treatment from Dr Walton [...]. I have already recommended him to friends."

May 2, 2025 - "Love Dr Walton [...]"

May 2, 2025 - "I wish I knew of Dr. Walton years ago."

April 16, 2025 - "Dr Walton is kind, intelligent and skilled. He's taking on my [...] surgery that another surgeon failed. [...]"

April 9, 2025 - "Dr Walton is great"

April 4, 2025 - "Dr. Walton explained things in a very hurried manner, told me I didn't need to take notes [...] and brushed off my concerns. I felt rushed and like I didn't have time to process what he was telling me or to ask questions. [...]"

March 28, 2025 - "Dr Walton takes the time to truly listen to you as a patient, then he make the best care plan possible."

March 26, 2025 - "Thankyou Dr Walton,I found out some new things when so saw you the first time. I appreciate your help."

March 21, 2025 - "[...] post [...], I continue to be pain-free with full range of motion. Over the years, I've observed Dr. Walton's remarkable interpersonal, attentive and caring skills [...] It puts a joy in my heart every time I travel over [...] to see him !"

March 20, 2025 - "Dr. Walton performed an [...]. From day of [...] until now he did an outstanding job!"

March 14, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is a great doctor, very nice, friendly, knowledgeable. [...] I've already recommended him to a couple people!"

March 3, 2025 - "[...] Dr. Walton has exceptional communication skills and showed sincerity with my concerns. He and [...] exhibited true enjoyment in patient care and outcomes."

February 19, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is an amazingly physician. He is the best."

February 17, 2025 - "Everything went smooth. Dr. Walton got us in quickly and was very personable and helpful, making it a great experience."

February 17, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is the best and most down to Earth doctor"

February 7, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is very knowledgeable in his field of practice. Very attentive to you and your concerns, if any. A very amazing person."

February 5, 2025 - "Dr Walton is awesome"

February 1, 2025 - "Dr Walton is very knowledgeable, empathic, professional, and kind practitioner."

January 8, 2025 - "Dr. Walton is very professional. He Is a great surgeon. I will continue to see him as long as I have Issues he can help me with. Thank you for the great experience with the surgery you provided to me."

January 7, 2025 - "Dr. Walton and [...] are amongst the best medical teams I have ever experienced."

December 21, 2024 - "I've been a patient of Dr Walton's for years [...] I put 100% faith and confidence in Dr David Walton at U of M Michigan foot and ankle. Since becoming a patient of Dr Walton's many years ago I've recommended many of my friends and family as well as coworkers that needed to see a highly rated feet and ankles Dr/Surgeon that I completely trust and refer without any hesitation in my voice. [...] The U of M health professionals and [...] are the very best in the state of Michigan and that's why I drive by every other hospital system that might be closer to where we live [...]"

December 20, 2024 - "[...] The physician Dr Walton was exceptional!"

December 13, 2024 - "Dr. Walton is the most caring and compassionate physician. He truly cares and has an amazing bed side manner that puts other clinicians to shame."

December 13, 2024 - "Dr. Walton is one of the best providers I have seen."

December 11, 2024 - "I was given outstanding care from Dr. Walton pre-op, intra-op, and post-op. I am very pleased. Michigan Medicine is lucky to have him."

December 6, 2024 - "Dr Walton is the best. He always listens to what I have to say and is concerned about my best interest. I love that he takes a concerned interest and doesn't brush anything off. He tries to find solutions that will help me. Thank You"

December 6, 2024 - "Dr. Walton performed a [...]. I have had many surgeries over the years and this was by far my best surgical experience. Dr. Walton checked in with his team before taking me back and it was just so comforting to see everyone. [...] My post op appointment was equally great. Dr. Walton took his time in checking my [...] and answering all my questions. [...] I'm beyond grateful I chose Dr. Walton, he was the right doctor for my surgery. He is an exceptional surgeon and couldn't be happier with how my surgery went from start to finish."

November 16, 2024 - "Dr. Walton, and [...], are top-notch providers of expert medical care and the humanism of caring about and for their patients. The orthopedic care and support I received throughout were game-changers in my life. My eternal thanks [...]"

November 16, 2024 - "Dr. Walton is the best doctor, surgeon. I'll always come back to him."

November 8, 2024 - "[...] I broke my heel [...] and I stop to doctor David Matthew Walton Office to check my injury . Doctor David Matthew Walton Explain to me very professional and knowledgeable everything about my injury and all the steps which I need to follow up before and after surgery , Thanks God and doctor David Matthew Walton and His Team the Surgery went very well and I am thankful for that and For Doctor David Matthew Walton which He put all his medical skills to make sure the surgery goes smoothly and well on my Heel [...] and he try all his skills to fix and align my foot in right position like was before Injury . Is my pleasure to recommended Doctor David Matthew Walton to anyone who have a foot , ankle , heel injury and need surgery !!! God Bless Him , His Family and all His Team which take care of Me very knowledgeable and professionally !!! +*****"

November 7, 2024 - "Dr Walton is outstanding!"

November 4, 2024 - "Dr. Walton was always kind attentive and straightforward on what is expected for successful surgery results"

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