In 1993, he joined the faculty of Georgetown University School of Medicine in the Division of General Internal Medicine. Matthews is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and in 1997 received an award for his research from the John Templeton Foundation. He has been featured in numerous publications including The New York Times Sunday Magazine and McCall's , and has appeared on national television and radio shows, including Larry King Live, NBC Nightly News, and National Public Radio's All Things Considered. The King College Colloquium, sponsored by the Office of Academic Affairs, is an annual event featuring noted guest speakers. No regularly scheduled classes will meet in order that students may take advantage of the presentations.
All sessions are open to the public at no charge.
He will discuss the scientific evidence for the benefits of religious beliefs and practice upon an individual's health. This presentation will consider the theological and Biblical aspects of the faith-medicine interface. Following his talk, a panel composed of medical and counseling professionals in the Tri-Cities area will discuss their personal experiences in regard to the spiritual dimensions of health in their practices.