He completed his training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Stanford with training on management of musculoskeletal conditions affecting the spine, joints, and tendons. Additionally, he completed a sports medicine fellowship at Stanford. Prior to becoming a physician, Dr. Tenforde was an All-American long-distance runner and contributor to multiple national championship teams at Stanford and competed as a professional athlete at the Olympic Trials. He provides care as part of the Running Medicine sub-specialty clinic at the Spaulding National Running Center.