Michael S. Freitas

Michael S. Freitas, MD, MSPT, serves as Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedics, Family Medicine and Exercise and Nutrition Sciences at the University at Buffalo. He holds key leadership roles as Medical Director of the University at Buffalo Athletic Training Program and Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship Director at the UB Concussion Management and Research Center, providing comprehensive care for athletes across multiple professional and collegiate teams.

Education:

• B.S. Rehabilitation Science, Northeastern University (2002)
• M.S. Physical Therapy, Northeastern University (2003)
• M.D., University at Buffalo (2010)
• Family Medicine Residency, University at Buffalo (2010-2013)
• Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship, University at Buffalo (2013-2014)

Research Interests: Dr. Freitas specializes in primary care sports medicine with clinical expertise in adolescent through professional athlete care. His work integrates concussion management protocols, nonsurgical arthritis interventions, ultrasound-guided diagnostics and therapeutics, and biologic therapies including platelet-rich plasma (PRP). He emphasizes evidence-based approaches to sports injury prevention and recovery while maintaining a patient-centered philosophy focused on treating every individual as family.

Scientific Awards:

• 2025 Excellence in Health Care Award, Buffalo Business First
• Buffalo Spree Top Doctor (2021, 2024)
• Society of Teachers of Family Medicine Resident Teacher Award

Advising and Grants: As Fellowship Director and Medical Director, Dr. Freitas mentors athletic trainers, medical students, residents, and fellows through structured clinical rotations and hands-on training. His educational philosophy centers on instilling the standard of care he would want for his own family members. While specific grant details aren't provided, his leadership in the UB Concussion Management and Research Center indicates active involvement in clinical research funding initiatives focused on sports injury management.

Labs and Teams: Dr. Freitas leads the UB Concussion Management and Research Center team while serving as Team Medical Physician for the Buffalo Sabres, Buffalo Bills, Rochester Americans, University at Buffalo Athletics, Daemen University Athletics, and Niagara University Athletics. His clinical operations extend through partnerships with Niagara Falls Memorial for Niagara University athletics support and community outreach via Highgate Medical Group.