Dr. Matthew Provencher

 practices at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, CO and conducts research as a Principal Investigator at the renowned Steadman Philippon Research Institute aimed at innovation and improvement in patient care. Dr. Provencher is a prolific researcher who has published 410 peer-reviewed publications and has written 8 textbooks. A few highlights of his career include being named the Head Orthopedic Team Physician for the Navy Seal Teams 1, 3, 5 and 7, where he was instrumental in setting up the Special Forces Tactical Athlete Program (TAP) – a comprehensive wellness, injury prevention and rehabilitation program for Naval Special Forces.  He served as the Head Team Physician for The New England Patriots football team during a Super Bowl Championship season and pioneered a wellness and injury prevention program for the team. He serves as a 2nd opinion orthopaedist for the NFL, MLB, and the NHL. Dr. Provencher has also acted as an assistant team physician for the Boston Red Sox and Boston Bruins. He is now the Co-Director of the Steadman Philippon Research Institute Sports Fellowship and serves as Team Physician for the US Ski Team.