Michael graduated from Elon University with a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies in 2019. He completed his Master of Science Degree in Exercise Physiology in 2002 at Colorado State University and his Batchelor of Science Degree in Physical Education in 1999 at Appalachian State University. Prior to joining Raleigh Orthopaedic, Michael worked as a Physician Assistant with both EmergeOrtho and OrthoNC.