Meet Dr. Greenwood
Dr. Michael Greenwood has been described as kind-hearted, understanding, and passionate by his patients. 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 cornea transplants, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), refractive cataract surgery, and laser vision correction (LASIK). 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
- 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 like to play golf, go running, read, and listen to music. Michael also enjoys playing hockey and skates year-round. In the summertime, the Greenwoods enjoy spending time outdoors in the lakes area.