Matthew Higgs, MD is a dedicated physician who specializes in family sports medicine and pain management. With a strong foundation in education, he began his journey by earning a biology degree. Later, he advanced his skills through medical school and specialized training. Now, he focuses on helping patients recover and thrive.

• • Earned a science degree in biology from Sul Ross State University.
  • Studied medicine at Texas Tech in Lubbock, Texas.
  • Finished a family medicine residency at John Peter Smith Hospital.
  • Completed a sports medicine program at the same hospital.
  • Offers care for acute and chronic muscle and joint issues.
  • Treats injuries to the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, back, neck, hip, knee, foot, and ankle.
  • Provides joint shots for shoulder, elbow, carpal tunnel, hand, hip, knee, lower back, and SI joints.
  • Uses ultrasound to guide shots and diagnose issues in the office.
  • Supports local high school sports teams, including Clear Lake, Clear Springs, Clear Creek, Clear Falls, Dickinson, Santa Fe, Texas City, and Hitchcock.
  • Performs outpatient procedures at Houston Physicians Hospital.