Bio


Matthew Hoover, MPAS, PA-C, MS, ATC is a board-certified physician assistant (PA-C) in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. He graduated with his Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Matthew is also a board-certified athletic trainer (ATC) and received his education and training at San Diego State University and completed a Master of Applied Exercise Science concentrating in Human Movement Science (MS) from Concordia University Chicago. He began his career in sports medicine as an NFL athletic training intern with the Buffalo Bills before working as an athletic trainer with collegiate athletes in San Diego, CA. Currently, he assists Dr. Michael T. Freehill in surgery and provides patient care in the Shoulder & Elbow clinic.

Clinical Focus


  • Physician Assistant
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Shoulder Joint
  • Sports Medicine

Professional Education


  • Board Certification: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Physician Assistant (2023)
  • Professional Education: University of Wisconsin Madison Office of the Registrar (2023) WI