Dr. Matthews Gwynn, MD


Physician
Neurology

Specialty

Movement Disorders

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Atlanta Neurology
5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd. NE
Suite 300
Atlanta, Georgia 30342
For an appointment, call (404) 256-3720
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Matthews Gwynn, MD

Dr. Gwynn has a special interest in movement disorders and the treatment of focal dystonias and spasticity with botulinum toxin (Botox®).

About Dr. Matthews Gwynn, MD

Matthew Gwynn, MD is a board-certified Atlanta neurologist providing care to patients at Atlanta Neurology.

He is known professionally as a leader in this field in the Southeastern United States.  Dr. Gwynn is the Chief of Neurology at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital of Atlanta.  He currently serves on, and is former Chairman of, the Board of Directors of the Medical Association of Atlanta.  For over 10 years, he has been listed in the national publication, Guide to Top Physicians. 

Patient Survey Results

Overall experience with the practice
100%
Likelihood of recommending to family or a friend
100%

Conditions Treated

Alzheimer's Disease
Diabetic Neuropathy
Epilepsy
Headaches
Multiple Sclerosis
Parkinson's Disease
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
Spasticity
Stroke
Focal Dystonias

Procedures & Services

Botulinum Toxin for Focal Dystonia
Botulinum Toxin for Spasticity

Patient Education Resources

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I snore regularly. Should I be worried about sleep apnea?
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What can I do for my child's frequent headaches?
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When should I consider starting disease-modifying therapy for multiple sclerosis?
The decision to start disease-modifying therapy (DMT) for multiple sclerosis (MS) is usually based on the type and severity of the disease, as well as the person's individual needs and preferences...

Education & Training

Dr. Gwynn attended the College of William and Mary in Virginia and obtained his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry in 1981.  In 1985 he graduated from the University of Virginia Medical School and, in 1988, completed his medical residency at the University of Alabama.  He then returned to the University of Virginia for his neurology residency.  
 

Professional Affiliations

Atlanta Neurology

Protecting and treating the brain and nervous system is the essence of neurologists' work.