Great Falls, MT – Alan G. Greenwald, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at the Great Falls Clinic and Hospital, has been recognized for his 25 years of volunteer service to the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS). His dedication has significantly contributed to the certification process for orthopedic surgeons nationwide.

Dr. GreenwaldS roles included serving as an ABOS Oral Examiner, Oral Examination Case Selector, and Question Writer. He collaborated with other leading surgeons to evaluate candidates seeking ABOS Board certification and contributed questions to the ABOS Web-Based Longitudinal Assessment.

A Quarter Century of Commitment

for 25 years, Dr. Greenwald has dedicated his time and expertise to the ABOS, influencing the future of orthopedic surgery.It has truly been an honor to serve as a member of ABOS for 25 years, Dr. Greenwald stated. Being nominated as a board member is an academic triumph. The work we do as a committee directly impacts the future of orthopedic surgery, and it means a lot to be part of this process.

Dr. David F. Martin, MD, Executive Medical Director of ABOS, expressed his gratitude: We appreciate Dr.Greenwald taking time away from his practice to help the ABOS in this notable endeavor. We need subject matter experts like Dr. Greenwald to lend their expertise through educated evaluation.

The Path to Board Certification

Achieving ABOS Board Certification is a rigorous process. Dr. Greenwald first completed a five-year residency program in orthopedic surgery, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). Following this, he passed the ABOS Part I Examination, a comprehensive computer-based test covering all aspects of orthopedic surgery.

The process continues with a thorough evaluation of clinical competence. This involves a credentialing process and the ABOS Part II Oral Examination. Candidates must provide a Case List of all surgeries performed over a six-month period, from which experienced surgeons select 12 cases for the oral examination.

Specific skills evaluated during the oral examination include:

• Data gathering and interpretive skills
• Diagnostic skills
• Treatment expertise
• Technical skills
• Patient outcomes
• Applied orthopedic and medical knowledge

Maintaining Certification

After successfully completing both the written and oral examinations, Dr. Greenwald achieved ABOS Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery and is now a Diplomate of the ABOS. Maintaining this certification requires ongoing commitment.

diplomates must:

• Pass a recertification examination
• Recieve positive reviews from peers
• Have a selected period of surgical cases evaluated
• Participate in continuing medical education

About the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery

The American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Inc., established in 1934, is a private, voluntary, nonprofit, independent institution. Its mission is to serve the best interests of the public and the medical profession by setting standards for orthopedic surgeon education.These standards are maintained through rigorous examinations and practice evaluations.

About the Great Falls Clinic and Hospital

Founded in 1917,the Great Falls Clinic and Hospital provides comprehensive healthcare services to central Montana. The clinic offers diverse specialty medical clinics, urgent care, primary care, a cancer center, and specialized surgical services. Committed to improving community health, the organization focuses on providing the best healthcare possible.

As a provider-led organization, the Clinic recruits exemplary medical staff, utilizes advanced medical technologies, and continually strives for advancement to meet the health needs of the 250,000 residents in Central Montana.