David N. Matlock, M.D. Neonatologist

Primary Location

UAMS Medical Center
4301 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number: 501-686-8000
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Overview

Area of Expertise: Newborn and Infant Care
Patient Type: Children and Adolescents
Language: English

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About Dr. Matlock

David Matlock, M.D., is an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics in the Division of Neonatology. He received his medical degree from Louisiana State University in Shreveport. He completed his residency and his fellowship in neonatal-perinatal medicine at UAMS and Arkansas Children’s.

Dr. Matlock's Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Pediatrics — Neonatology: Assistant Professor

Education

Fellowship: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine

Professional Certifications

American Board of Pediatrics — General Pediatrics

Dr. Matlock's Research

Selected Publications

Jakubowicz JF, Bai S, Matlock DN, Jones ML, Hu Z, Proffitt B, Courtney SE. Effect of Transcutaneous Electrode Temperature on Accuracy and Precision of Carbon Dioxide and Oxygen Measurements in the Preterm Infants. Respir Care. 2018 Jul; 63(7):900-906. doi: 10.4187/respcare.05887 PMID: 29717098.
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Matlock DN. Does using a nasal barrier dressing prevent nasal injury in premature infants receiving nasal continuous positive airway pressure? Acta Paediatr. 2018 Dec; 107(12):2219. doi: 10.1111/apa.14559 PMID: 30248207.
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Matlock DN Jr. Does an elevated midline head position prevent periventricular-intraventricular haemorrhage in extremely low birth weight neonates? Acta Paediatr. 2019 Oct; 108(10):1925. doi: 10.1111/apa.14893 PMID: 31293003.
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Matlock DN, Bai S, Weisner MD, Comtois N, Beck J, Sinderby C, Courtney SE. Tidal volume transmission during non-synchronized nasal intermittent positive pressure ventilation via RAM^® cannula. J Perinatol. 2019 May; 39(5):723-729. doi: 10.1038/s41372-019-0333-x PMID: 30755718.
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Matlock DN Jr, Miquel-Verges F, Courtney SE. Invasive Fungal Dermatitis in Preterm Newborns. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2018 Oct; 57(11):1354-1355. doi: 10.1177/0009922818782162 PMID: 29929379.
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Matlock DN, Bai S, Weisner MD, Comtois N, Beck J, Sinderby C, Courtney SE. Work of Breathing in Premature Neonates: Noninvasive Neurally-Adjusted Ventilatory Assist versus Noninvasive Ventilation. Respir Care. 2020 Jul; 65(7):946-953. doi: 10.4187/respcare.07257 PMID: 32071130.
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Matlock DN, Perez SM, Borchert HA, Proffitt BL, Peeples SE, Chandler AL, Courtney SE, Bai S, Ross AS. Implementing a Weaning Protocol for Noninvasive Respiratory Support in Neonates Decreases Overuse and Length of Stay. Respir Care. 2021 Apr; 66(4):644-651. doi: 10.4187/respcare.07985 PMID: 33531357.
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UAMS Research Profile

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Dr. Matlock's Areas of Expertise

Premature newborn baby girl in the hospital incubator after c-section in 33 week

Newborn and Infant Care (Part of Pediatric Care)

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