Jason M. Matuszak MD FAAFP FAMSSM
Leadership. Integrity. Evidence-Based Sports Medicine.
Dr. Jason M. Matuszak is a board-certified family and sports medicine physician with over two decades of experience caring for athletes, teams, and active individuals.
He is nationally recognized for his work in sports medicine policy, athletic safety, and medical leadership, serving as both a clinician and consultant to schools, athletic programs, and organizations nationwide.
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Professional Background
Dr. Matuszak serves as Chief of Sports Medicine at Excelsior Orthopaedics in Buffalo, New York, where he leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to comprehensive musculoskeletal and performance care.
He is also an experienced team physician, having worked with high schools, universities, and elite athletes across multiple sports.
His consulting practice — Baseline Sports & Performance Medicine — extends that expertise beyond the clinic, providing:
Sports medicine consulting for schools and athletic organizations
Policy development and safety program design
Expert witness and medicolegal review
Athletic health and safety program audits
Leadership & National Involvement
A respected voice in organized medicine, Dr. Matuszak has held multiple leadership roles, including:
Past President, New York State Academy of Family Physicians (NYSAFP)
Past Director, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM)
Writing Group Member, Team Physician Consensus Statement 2014-2024
Contributor, Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation Monograph, 5th & 6th Editions
Delegate, American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Congress of Delegates
Chair or Member, National Quality Forum Musculoskeletal Quality Measure, AAFP Commissions on , Quality & Practice, Health of the Public and Science, and Education
He frequently contributes to national policy statements, educational programs, and consensus documents shaping the future of sports medicine and athlete safety.
Expert Witness & Advisory Experience
Dr. Matuszak provides independent, evidence-based medical opinions for sports medicine and musculoskeletal cases, including:
Concussion management and return-to-play
Standard-of-care evaluations
School and athletic program compliance
Documentation, communication, and injury response systems
His testimony and reports are known for being clear, educational, and objective, helping courts, attorneys, and organizations navigate complex medical details with confidence.
Academic & Educational Contributions
As an educator and speaker, Dr. Matuszak regularly presents at regional and national meetings on topics such as:
Concussion and head injury management
Bone health and injury prevention
AI and clinical efficiency in sports medicine
Musculoskeletal documentation and workflow design
He is also a co-author of educational materials used nationwide for athletic pre-participation evaluations and team physician best practices.
Philosophy
Dr. Matuszak believes the foundation of great sports medicine is collaboration — among physicians, athletic trainers, coaches, and administrators.
His work combines clinical precision, operational insight, and policy expertise to help organizations improve safety, quality, and performance across all levels of sport.
“Every athlete deserves a system that protects them — and every program deserves the tools to make that system work.”
Outside of Medicine
A lifelong aspiring athlete, Dr. Matuszak has participated competitively in multiple sports, completed marathons, and long-distance relay events, and enjoys living an active lifestyle.
He integrates his understanding of sports performance and recovery into his work with athletes and organizations alike.
He lives in Clarence, New York, with his family.
Partner with a Leader in Sports Medicine Consulting
Whether you need policy guidance, a safety audit, or expert analysis, Dr. Matuszak brings experience, credibility, and clarity to every engagement.
Schedule a consultation today to discuss how Baseline Sports & Performance Medicine can support your program.