Dr. Frederick A. Matsen III, known as Rick Matsen, is a distinguished orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow reconstruction. He has been a faculty member at the University of Washington since 1974 and served as the chair of the Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine from 1986 to 2009. Dr. Matsen has authored over 250 peer-reviewed papers and several influential textbooks, including "The Shoulder," now in its sixth edition. He is a founding member and past president of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons. His clinical interests focus on optimizing safety and effectiveness in shoulder reconstruction, performing over 200 shoulder joint replacements annually. Dr. Matsen is dedicated to providing patients with comprehensive knowledge about their shoulder conditions and evidence-based treatment options. He maintains an active practice, research, and teaching schedule, contributing significantly to the field of orthopedic surgery.