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  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Interventional Pain Medicine
  • Accepting new patients
  • 34 years of experience
  • Southside Pain Specialists 1020 26th St S Ste 100, Birmingham, AL 35205
  • (205) 479-0538

Brief Intro

Meet Dr. Matthew Berke: Your Partner in Pain Management and Rehabilitation

Dr. Matthew Berke is a distinguished Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician based in Birmingham, Alabama, at the renowned Southside Pain Specialists clinic. With over 20 years of experience,

Dr. Berke specializes in providing comprehensive care for patients suffering from chronic pain, particularly those with musculoskeletal injuries. His expertise lies in:

  • Musculoskeletal Sports Injuries: Tailored rehabilitation strategies for athletes and active individuals.
  • Spinal Interventions: Advanced techniques to alleviate back pain and improve spinal health.
  • Electromyography: Diagnostic assessments to evaluate nerve and muscle function.
Born in Livingston, New Jersey, Dr. Berke completed his undergraduate and medical education at Emory University in Atlanta. Following his residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, he took on the role of co-director for the Interventional Spine & Musculoskeletal Physiatry Fellowship in Birmingham. His commitment to patient-centered care and innovative treatment plans sets him apart in the field.
Start Your Journey to Recovery Today

Chronic pain can significantly impact your quality of life, but it doesn't have to be a permanent condition. Dr. Berke is dedicated to helping you regain mobility and enhance your overall well-being through personalized treatment plans. If you're ready to take the first step towards a pain-free life, contact Southside Pain Specialists, Birmingham's leading referral-only pain clinic, to schedule your appointment with Dr. Berke.

Your path to recovery begins here reach out today to schedule an appointment.

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Education Background

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Emory University School Of Medicine - 1991

UNIVERSITY

Emory University, Atlanta

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location & Hours

  • Southside Pain Specialists
  • 1020 26th St S Ste 100, Birmingham, AL 35205
  • Mon:8:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Interventional Pain Medicine
  • Pain Medicine
  • Sports Medicine
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Conditions Addressed

  • Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
  • Internal Derangement of Knee
  • Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Sciatica
  • Scoliosis or Kyphoscoliosis
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Rotator cuff syndrome
  • Joint Dysfunction
  • Sacroilitis / Sacroiliac Joint Pain and Dysfunction
  • ACL Injuries
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Procedures Performed

  • Spinal Cord Stimulation
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Trigger point injection
  • Stellate ganglion injection
  • Lumbar Sympathetic Block
  • Medial Branch Block
  • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
  • Facet Joint Injection
  • Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI)
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Cigna
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Workers' Compensation
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