Meet Dr. Greenwood
Dr. Michael Greenwood has been described by his patients as kind-hearted, understanding, and passionate. He is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract, glaucoma, cornea, and laser vision correction surgery. After completing his fellowship with Vance Thompson Vision in Sioux Falls, SD, Dr. Greenwood established Vance Thompson Vision’s West Fargo, ND, location.
Interests & Added Expertise
As a fellowship-trained cornea, glaucoma, and refractive surgeon, Dr. Greenwood performs the most advanced techniques in refractive cataract surgery, laser vision correction (LASIK), cornea transplants, and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS). He is a leader in the eye care industry, lecturing nationally and internationally and teaching other surgeons and doctors advanced surgery techniques. He believes that every patient deserves to see life with clarity. Dr. Greenwood is honored to put his exemplary skill set to use to make that happen.
Education
- Jamestown High School, Jamestown, ND
- University of North Dakota
- University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
- Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals, Cleveland, OH
- Vance Thompson Vision Fellowship
Awards & Honors
- UND Young Alumni Achievement Award Winner
- Football Hall of Fame Inductee, University of North Dakota
- 40 Under 40, Ophthalmology Management
- Clinical Associate Professor, University of North Dakota School of Medicine
- Resident Excellence Award, ASCRS Foundation
- AAO Advocacy Ambassador, American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Administrative Chief Resident, Case Western Reserve University
- Elected Member, Gold Humanism Honor Society
- Class President, University of North Dakota School of Medicine
- First Team Academic All-American – Football, ESPN Magazine
- Student-Athlete of the Year, North Central Conference
- Male Student-Athlete of the Year, University of North Dakota
Personal & Hobbies
Michael enjoys spending time with his wife, Heidi, and their daughters, Quincy and Jude. Together, they enjoy playing outside, going for runs, reading, and listening to music.