Matthew has been assisting Dr. Sinicropi with patient treatment and surgery since 2011. Prior to joining Dr. Sinicropi he worked for many years at Park Nicollet in St. Louis Park and Health Partners Neurosurgery Division. Matthew has extensive experience in both clinical and hospital settings. He is an expert at the treatment of neurosurgical and orthopedic patients. Matthew has managed thousands of patients through the process of spinal workup, spinal procedures, and spinal surgery. He now utilizes Dr. Sinicropi’s proprietary treatment algorithm in his own practice.
Matthew sees patients in the clinic several times a week often performing the initial patient evaluation. He helps patients understand their pathology and works with patients to develop a treatment plan.
Education
University of Wisconsin- LaCrosse, LaCrosse, WI, 2000
Bachelor of Science, Radiologic Sciences-Nuclear Medicine (Minors Biology, chemistry)
University of Wisconsin- Madison, Madison, WI, 2004
Certificate of Physician Assistant Studies
Graduated with Honors
Professional Experience
August 2011 – Present
Midwest Spine & Brain Institute, Stillwater, MN
Physician Assistant
July 2004 – July, 2011
Park Nicollet Clinics / Methodist Hospital, St. Louis Park, MN
Physician Assistant
August 2000 – May 2002
Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis, MN
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Professional Licensure & Certifications
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- DEA Registered
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Professional Affiliations
- American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
- MN Academy of Physician Assistants (MAPA)
