About
Dr. Matt Shores brings over 18 years of sports medicine experience to his role as President of Medical Operations at AlphaMeD. He grew up in the Phoenix Metro area, attended Grand Canyon University for his undergraduate studies, and earned his medical degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine. He holds board certification in Family Medicine and fellowship training with added board specialty qualifications in Sports Medicine.
Dr. Shores has served as team physician for Arizona Christian University, Brophy College Prep, and Sunnyslope High School. His sports medicine career has also included work with Arizona State University, the Chicago White Sox, Corona del Sol High School, Hamilton High School, and Ottawa University. He currently serves as physician medical director for Campus Health at Grand Canyon University. Outside of medicine, Dr. Shores enjoys watching, playing, and coaching sports. He also hikes and travels throughout Arizona and beyond with his wife and four children. Patients consistently note his warm, calming presence during visits.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Grand Canyon University
Medical School
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Fellowship
Sports Medicine (fellowship trained with added board specialty qualifications)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Shores right for?
Dr. Shores is a strong fit for athletes and active individuals dealing with sports or orthopedic injuries. Patients who need a primary care physician with deep sports medicine expertise will find his dual training valuable. Families seeking a community-rooted physician with broad clinical range will feel at home in his care. Adults and teens managing chronic conditions or seeking preventive primary care also fit well with his approach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Shores specializes in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine. He holds board certification in Family Medicine and fellowship training with added board specialty qualifications in Sports Medicine. His clinical focus includes sports injuries, orthopedic injuries, and a full range of family medicine conditions.
Dr. Shores has over 18 years of experience in sports medicine. During that time he has worked with high school, college, and professional athletic programs across the Phoenix Metro area and beyond.
Dr. Shores has served as team physician for Arizona Christian University, Brophy College Prep, and Sunnyslope High School. He has also worked with Arizona State University, the Chicago White Sox, Corona del Sol High School, Hamilton High School, and Ottawa University.
Yes. Dr. Shores leads the AlphaMeD team and sees patients across the practice's Phoenix Metro locations. Prospective patients can contact the North Scottsdale location to schedule a primary care appointment.
Dr. Shores completed his undergraduate studies at Grand Canyon University and earned his medical degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine. He then completed fellowship training with added board specialty qualifications in Sports Medicine.
Dr. Shores practices Family Medicine and sees patients aged 16 and above for primary care. His sports medicine expertise makes him well suited for athletes and active patients across a wide age range.
Dr. Shores serves as President of Medical Operations for AlphaMeD. He oversees the clinical direction of the practice across its four Phoenix Metro locations. He also acts as physician medical director for Campus Health at Grand Canyon University.
Yes. Dr. Shores grew up in the Phoenix Metro area and remains deeply connected to the Valley community. He attended Central High School and Grand Canyon University before returning to practice medicine in the region.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026