Dr. Matthew T. Brokken, DVM, Diplomate ACVS

Dr. Brokken earned his D.V.M. from the University of Florida.  After graduation, Dr. Brokken performed an equine ambulatory internship at The Ohio State University followed by an equine surgery and sports medicine residency at Washington State University.   Dr. Brokken is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. 

Dr. Brokken has extensive experience with the use of equine MRI, as well as with the diagnosis and surgical treatment of equine orthopedic injuries.  During his residency, his master’s research investigated a new surgical therapy for hindlimb proximal suspensory ligament injuries and has used MRI to assess healing of the ligament after the treatment.

Speaking engagements:
-AAEP annual convention: Use of MRI for proximal metacarpal and metatarsal lameness in horses
-Kentucky Veterinary Medical Association Annual meeting: Use of MRI in the Horse
-MRI of the Equine Musculoskeletal System-Annual course provided by Washington State University: MRI of the Proximal Metacarpus and Metatarsus

Pertinent Publications:
Brokken MT, Schneider RK, Sampson SN, Tucker RL, Gavin PR, Ho CP. Magnetic resonance imaging features of proximal metacarpal and metatarsal injuries in the horse.  Veterinary Radiology and Ultrasound 2007; 48: 507-517.