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Matthew J Rachwalski, DO

Matthew J Rachwalski, DO

Sports Medicine
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
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Franciscan Emergency Center Chesterton

770 Indian Boundary Road
Chesterton, IN 46304

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Franciscan Emergency Center Chesterton

Franciscan Physician Network Valparaiso Specialty Health Center

2590 West Morthland Drive
Valparaiso, IN 46385

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1:00pm - 5:00pm
Franciscan Physician Network Valparaiso Specialty Health Center

Franciscan Health Michigan City

3500 Franciscan Way
Michigan City, IN 46360

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Franciscan Health Michigan City

About Me

Education

Osteopathic School:
Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine

Internship:
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields/ Midwestern Uni Internal Medicine Residency

Residency:
Presence Resurrection Medical Center Residency

Fellowship:
Indiana University SOM Fellowship Sports Medicine

Board Certifications

Sports Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine

American Board of Family Medicine

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cofinity
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Corvel
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Healthcare Finest Network
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • MDWise
  • Medicaid IL
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Preferred Network Access
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(313 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

197 Reviews

11/27/2025

My previous experiences. Dr. Rachwalski hears my health concerns. He has helped me and numerous members of my family.

11/26/2025

He's been very thorough and helpful with my issue. He's been very informative, and I like his bedside manner.

11/22/2025

So personable and actually is getting to the root cause of my pain.

11/21/2025

He is knowledgable and HONEST. I hope he never leaves the network as so many have. I have had great results with his PRP injections. My husband attended a visit with me and was so impressed he made him his doctor as well. We love Doctor Rock!

11/20/2025

One of the most caring doctors I know He is genuinely a kind caring person

11/20/2025

He was thorough and pleasant

11/19/2025

Dr.Matthew is professional person and a familiar personality!I like him.

11/19/2025

Very good explanation of test results, In office medication as well as prescription medication.

11/19/2025

Dr was kind and listened and gave good information on how to heal my problem.

11/18/2025

Takes time to talk with and understand patient needs. Very caring.

11/15/2025

Dr. Rachwalski was personable, knowledgeable and lined up a course of action for me rather quickly. He seemed like he really cared about what I was dealing with.

11/13/2025

Personable caring doctor.

11/12/2025

I like him. His personality is upbeat and he explains everything.

11/11/2025

Dr. Rachwalski is an amazing person and doctor. When I'm talking with him I get the sense that he really likes being a doctor; and enjoys helping people to feel better.

11/10/2025

He has always treated me with great care and easy to talk to!

11/09/2025

I have seen Dr Rachwalski several times now and I find him knowledgeable and he listens to my concerns and explains things thoroughly. He discusses the different options for my treatments.

11/07/2025

He listens.

11/06/2025

Caring and nurturing make you feel at ease and very informative.

10/30/2025

Dr. Rachwalski is a very knowledgeable physician with a professional bedside manner. I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for a doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. He is easy to understand, kind, caring & willing to listen patiently to your health concerns & inquiries.

10/28/2025

He is so knowledgeable and gentle. Always in a pleasant mood

10/27/2025

Very pleasant and efficient.

10/27/2025

He came recommended by a friend and I agree.

10/27/2025

Extremely wonderful Dr and staff

10/23/2025

He's a great listener and always seems to know what he can do and what I can do to remedy my issue.

10/23/2025

very helpful and pleasant

10/23/2025

Knowledgeable and empathetic to medical issues

10/23/2025

I have told many ppl about doc! He is amazing very helpful and outgoing and knowledgeable. He is by far my favorite doctor and I don’t like doctors cuz most of the one I have had just try to push med on you and doc does not!

10/21/2025

He was empathetic, knowledgeable and listened attentively to my concerns.

10/21/2025

Seem very nice and concerned

10/20/2025

Dr Rachwalski is straightforward, makes medical gobbly gook understandable, is gentle yet thorough.

10/20/2025

He was very kind. He was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions.

10/16/2025

He appears to be on top of his vocation

10/14/2025

Professional, friendly, explains everything, caring

10/13/2025

Great Doctor.

10/09/2025

Great doc!

09/30/2025

Great Dr. He really cares and it shows.

09/29/2025

He is easy to talk to and he has your health and well being as his number one priority. He always has a plan to get you healthy.

09/29/2025

Dr. Rachwalski very nice down to earth Dr. highly recommend him.

09/29/2025

this was my first visit so it’s not likely that I’d recommend him yet to a family member; that would take a while to confidently recommend him to friends and family but as far as a first impression I really liked him. He’s friendly and I was put at ease by him and he’s ordered more testing to better understand my issues.

09/23/2025

He was very kind and professional, seemed incredibly knowledgeable about my issue, took time and covered all the bases for treatment

09/22/2025

corrected Knee issue

09/18/2025

He is very cordial, thorough, and informative. He will spend all the time you need.

09/15/2025

Professional, skilled, friendly

09/15/2025

He is very informative and takes his time explaining things so you understand. Treats patients with very well.

09/15/2025

He was attentive and charismatic and my appt didn’t seem rushed.

09/13/2025

Great doctor who listened to me and took care of my problem.

09/13/2025

Very thorough, answered all my questions and put me at ease for the procedure

09/10/2025

He listens to what you are telling him and then explains what he thinks will help.

09/08/2025

See above. Additionally, he was gentle with a fairly painful procedure, & explained everything in detail.

09/05/2025

Great Service

09/04/2025

Such a great Doctor I would definitely recommend him to family and friends.

09/01/2025

He is very thorough and very personable. Makes me feel comfortable and explains things really well.

08/30/2025

He's very good

08/28/2025

Thorough. Cares about his patients.

08/26/2025

Great doctor and staff. Very personable.

08/26/2025

He’s a great physician & very thorough. Easy to talk to as well.

08/26/2025

always on time for appointments. explains everything. listens to patient. friendly

08/23/2025

He is easy to talk to and getting you healthy is his main goal.He is friendly and explains what everything to you.

08/23/2025

Found my problem right away

08/21/2025

Proficient and professional

08/15/2025

Dr Rachwalski takes his time with you and makes sure you are aware of all your options

08/14/2025

Excellent care and caring Dr.

08/13/2025

He listens & suggests a course of treatment designed just for me!

08/12/2025

He is always thorough with his examination clearly explaining a plan of action for treatment.

08/10/2025

Has a great personality with patients and makes them feel they are listening to my concerns. I liked he wanted to do physical therapy 1st without talking about surgery.

08/06/2025

Dr Rachwalski is the nicest doctor i have ever been to. He explains everything and is very patient with me.

08/05/2025

Very thorough

08/04/2025

Dr. Rachwalski has great bedside manner and gives you time and attention to questions and concerns.

08/04/2025

Listens and explains everything well.

08/04/2025

Excellent doctor who cares

08/01/2025

Excellent doctor

08/01/2025

Dr. Rachwalski is friendly and very knowledgeable. He always takes the time to answer all my questions and concerns.

07/31/2025

Excellent care, great bedside manner

07/30/2025

He makes sure that you understand all of your options for treatment. He explains those treatment options and everything it entails. He makes sure that your treatment is as pain-free as possible.

07/30/2025

Dr. Rachwalski is very concerned about meeting the needs of his patients health concerns. I appreciate the time he takes to explain what could possibly be the cause and a treatment plan.

07/30/2025

GREAT CARING DOCTOR

07/29/2025

Like how he listen

07/28/2025

He is pleasant, informative, and speak with words that is easy to understand.

07/27/2025

took the tiime to discuss options for me and helped me make a correct treatment decision

07/26/2025

He takes his time and listens. He suggests different options of care.

07/22/2025

He’s friendly & down to earth. Very knowledgeable. Nice Dr. !!!

07/21/2025

Knowledgeable and listens well. I very pleasant experience.

07/10/2025

Great Guy very honest and upfront with his patients

07/09/2025

Answers all my questions and recommendations several alternatives

06/30/2025

He took the time to explain everything to me.

06/26/2025

he's very easy to talk to always more than one plan to suit you just a great doctor who cares

06/24/2025

Very informative and listened. Answered all my concerns. I did not feel rushed.

06/24/2025

He listens to the patient and explains the results is a way thee common man can understand everything which is important to the patient. He has a fantastic bedside manner

06/23/2025

dr matthew is very attentive and listens and takes time to explain options. love his nurse too!

06/23/2025

He was the one that was very personable

06/21/2025

Great bedside manner, asks for patient input

06/19/2025

Expert!

06/19/2025

He is very knowledgeable of addressing my health concern. He takes time to assure that my condition is explained thoroughly and gave recommendations of how the health issues could be addressed.

06/19/2025

Professional, courteous and knowledgeable. Very helpful.

06/11/2025

Can't say enough good things about this doctor and the staff that helps him. I just love Dr Matthew Rachwalski, he always makes sure that I'm doing okay before the procedure during the procedure and after the procedure. He always greets me with a smile and a kind word and he puts me at ease. I promise you if you choose this facility and this doctor you will not be disappointed.

06/11/2025

He was genuinely understanding of my situation. Unfortunately the shot didn’t help much, but highly recommend u try him before pursuing other options.

06/11/2025

Takes his time and doesn't rush you.

06/11/2025

He’s thorough, kind, knowledgeable and takes a great deal of time with his patient.

06/10/2025

Very impressed with him. Took the time to explain why and what could be done to correct my problem. I will definitely recommend him to my family and friends. Excellent Physician.

06/07/2025

Professional office team -- which results in exceptional results for the patient.

06/06/2025

Easy to talk to and makes me feel better and gives professional treatment

06/02/2025

He's so nice

06/02/2025

A great doctor as far of your care

05/24/2025

Like him.

05/22/2025

Very friendly, talks to you and gives you options.

05/22/2025

Friendly and professional

05/21/2025

Very friendly and explains everything to you.

05/15/2025

Knows his business

05/12/2025

Dr. Is Pleasant and takes the time to listen.

05/10/2025

Great experience

05/05/2025

He is the ultimate professional medical person. Listens and responds to every question and concern.

05/03/2025

He goes over my care plan and asks and adjusts it according to something we both feel is best for me at this time. I am confident in my care for knee pain.

05/01/2025

He was great

04/30/2025

Dr. Rachwalski is a skilled doctor, intelligent, insightful, and provides patients with details on his diagnoses and proposed treatments. His work is thorough and effective.

04/30/2025

Dr. Rachwalski is a true professional. He explains the issue and how he is going to treat the problem. I consider him one of the best in his field.

04/28/2025

See above and know that we hold this doctor in high regard as well as his staff. PLEASE give him/them more time in Michigan City

04/28/2025

Feel comfortable

04/24/2025

He is very nice, always explains everything and listens to me.

04/21/2025

Listened well to my issues and concerns

04/21/2025

Dr. Rachwalski was very personable and professional

04/21/2025

Excellent doctor I would not hesitate to recommend, he deserves a 10+++

04/18/2025

Knowledgeable and explained issue very clearly.

04/17/2025

Dr. Rachwalski is friendly and easy to talk to. Always answers my questions and takes his time to help me understand what needs to be done.

04/15/2025

He listens and lets you put input into your care

04/14/2025

He is very nice and friendly and he makes you feel very comfortable while giving you a shot

04/11/2025

An effective treatment plan was put in place

04/10/2025

I already did

04/07/2025

Listens to patient and includes them in the treatment plan.

04/04/2025

Service

04/01/2025

A good listener, very personable, knowledgeable, and kind.

04/01/2025

Provides exceptional care

03/31/2025

Listens to you and really works hard to determine your issue

03/30/2025

Dr. Rachwalski explained everything in detail as well as my concerns.

03/24/2025

He had a genuine concern for my recovery. He spent time listening to my questions and offered solutions. I appreciated his suggestions and suggested follow-up. It was refreshing to get usable suggestions.

03/21/2025

He is helping me not to have surgery right now but I know I will have to soon.

03/21/2025

He is knowledgeable in his field, Listens well, offers several treatment options, and is personable.

03/21/2025

The appointment went smoothly. The Dr explained everything and the procedure was quick

03/19/2025

Handled my medical concerns professionally and with care

03/11/2025

He was very nice thorough dr I didn’t like his diagnosis but it was spot on

03/08/2025

Good DR.

03/06/2025

I love the staff and especially Dr Rachwalski. I have seen him twice so far and he is awesome!

03/04/2025

Dr. Matthew very concerned about the patient end explained everything is Going to do.

03/03/2025

Professional and explains well

03/03/2025

he is thoughtful kind listen's to what the patient is try to explain. Has a good bed side manner; and cares about his patient welfare.

03/02/2025

Thorough and caring

03/01/2025

Excellent bedside manners, receptive to answering inquiries and very knowledgeable.

02/28/2025

He's very good.

02/27/2025

I very much liked his views on my problem and the solutions. He took the time to explain and answer all of my concerns. I also like his holistic approach to somethings.

02/26/2025

Veey thorough detailed and professional experience.

02/25/2025

He listens and does not rush you or through the appointment

02/25/2025

Great bed side manner and knowledge. He explains all treatment options

02/25/2025

Same answer as above. He never disappoints!

02/24/2025

He took time to discuss with me what I should do in the future.

02/24/2025

He listen

02/24/2025

Excellent and friendly bedside manner !

02/24/2025

Attentive and extremely knowledgeable in explaining any questions I may have. And super friendly.

02/21/2025

He's very nice and takes his time.

02/20/2025

His office staff is attentive, professional, and concerned about promoting solutions to my concerns.

02/14/2025

He listens to concerns and is genuinely very caring about my pain and working towards a goal to resolve it.

02/13/2025

He was easy to talk to and explained everything I needed to know.

02/12/2025

Concern of Doctor and nurses. The painless care given.

02/11/2025

Very nice and professional

02/04/2025

Great doctor. Fantastic.

02/04/2025

The doctor was efficient, yet listened to me and gave me useful information to aid my health situation. I felt as if had a stake in my recovery. He recommended products and exercises.

02/04/2025

The are the best!!!

02/04/2025

Dr . Rachwalski is a consummate professional and an active advocate and listener to my needs.

02/03/2025

Dr. Rachwalski is very personable and makes you very comfortable. He's knowledgeable and provides detailed information

01/31/2025

He is a great Dr and treats your problem in a truly caring way,ao easy to talk to!

01/31/2025

I regularly recommend

01/27/2025

I’ve already done so and everyone has been ecstatic with him

01/23/2025

He is a healer.

01/23/2025

Extremely good Dr and nurse. Explains in detail and spends time to lesson Awesome with procedures.

01/21/2025

He’s the best

01/21/2025

Oh so kind and made sure I understood everything and was ok. Even drew me a picture of what was going to happen. I would highly recommend him to anyone

01/20/2025

Dr Rachwalski is knowledgeable, friendly and thorough.

01/16/2025

Doc was friendly and thorough. He listened to my concerns and answered my questions.

01/15/2025

A great doctor

01/14/2025

He is very thorough and spends time with you. He makes sure you understand what may be going on with you and cares about his patients.

01/13/2025

A straight forward doctor.

01/13/2025

Dr. Rachwalski is very knowledgeable in his particular field. May I also add patient and willing to ask for any updates on whatever treatment you are currently undergoing.

01/08/2025

Always taken care of on time and very concerned and helpful. Always enjoy your services.

01/07/2025

Dr. Rachwalski is a very skilled physician. Competent,

01/02/2025

He is very personable, compassionate, respectful, and straightforward. Dr Matt takes his time to answer any questions and makes sure you understand what is being said.

12/30/2024

He is an excellent doctor who always takes time to answer question and explain diagnoses.

12/21/2024

His personality is reassuring and comforting.

12/20/2024

I know he is very kind and caring. He really listens.

12/20/2024

Doctor Rachwalski is an outstanding doctor very through and his staff is very caring and knowledgeable in their areas of practice.

12/19/2024

I love Doctor Rock so much that I refer him to quite a few people He takes his time with you during your office visits and goes beyond and really looks into what’s best options for you and your care

12/17/2024

Dr was very easy to talk with. Helped with a plan going forward.

12/16/2024

He doesn't rush through appointment and answers all my questions

12/16/2024

Very good and explains what he is doing and why

12/10/2024

He helped me with my issues and talked me through the procedure that we were going through.

12/09/2024

Thorough, professional, and very personable.

12/08/2024

Appreciative

12/07/2024

Great doctor. Explains thoroughly and gives options for future appointments. Very personable.

12/06/2024

Dr. Rachwalski asks pertinent questions relating to your visit, takes the time to listen, and answers all questions or concerns you may have. Dr. Rachwalski completely explains everything relating to your medical condition and all options available for treatment using terms that are easy to understand. I have total confidence in knowing I am receiving the best care from Dr. Rachwalski.

12/05/2024

Country dude!
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