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Matthew Gargulinski, D.O.

Matthew Gargulinski, D.O.

Sports Medicine Fellowship Trained

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship Trained

Specialties
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Team Physician Services
  • Athletic Injury Treatment
  • Professional & Collegiate Sports Medicine

About Dr. Gargulinski

Matthew J. Gargulinski, D.O., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who has been practicing in California since 2007. He is proud to serve patients in the Temecula area, where he works tirelessly to help his patients recover from injuries and achieve optimal health.

As a dedicated athlete himself, Dr. Gargulinski understands the physical and emotional challenges that come with sports injuries. His personal experience with severe injury while playing football in college inspired him to specialize in orthopedic medicine, particularly in the treatment of athletes at all levels.

Dr. Gargulinski is experienced in treating professional athletes, as well as collegiate and high school teams. He provides his patients with the compassionate, expert care they need to improve their quality of life and return to the activities they love.


Education & Training

Education
  • B.A. - Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts
  • D.O. - Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, Missouri
Residency
  • Orthopaedic Surgery - Michigan State University/Mt. Clemens Regional Center, Mount Clemens, Michigan (now McLaren Macomb)
Fellowship
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine - OASIS MSO Inc, San Diego, California
  • Mentored directly by David Chao, MD, a leading surgeon in sports medicine

Professional Experience


Team Physician Experience

Professional Teams
  • Professional Football Teams
  • Professional Rugby Teams
College & High School Teams
  • Collegiate Athletic Programs
  • High School Sports Teams

Board Certification

  • Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
  • California Medical License - Practicing since 2007

Professional Affiliations

  • American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics

Clinical Philosophy

Dr. Gargulinski is dedicated to helping his patients recover from the effects of injury and arthritis. He strives to help patients achieve and maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. His goal is to provide each patient with the compassionate, expert care they need to improve their quality of life and return to the activities they love.

Outside the Operating Room

As an active athlete, Dr. Gargulinski enjoys camping, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and beach activities. When not assisting patients, he can often be found spending time with his wife and son in the great outdoors, maintaining the active lifestyle he promotes to his patients.