Dr. Greenwald is great. He gets straight to the point/offers options for treatment and listens to what I want to do. He also gives the least painless steroid injections!!! He will always be my go to guy for ortho needs.

May 19, 2023

Besides his amazing skills as a surgeon Dr Greenwald is an advocate for his patients concerns and needs. His staff if also first rate and very companionate and professional.

April 11, 2023

Dr. Greenwald is very kind and thorough. Was prompt and did not keep me waiting. Explained his reasoning on treatment. Did a near painless knee injection. I would recommend.

April 4, 2023

Dr. Greenwald is a caring practitioner. He tells you everything about your diagnosis and plan. He is humorous and a good people person. Just what patients need to put them at ease. I have the utmost confidence in him.

March 22, 2023

I felt he explained everything very well and was not pushing to have anything done. I was worried going into the appointment that I would just hear you need to have surgery on it and have the joint replaced and instead I feel he explained my situation to me and that was wonderful.

March 1, 2023

excellent surgeon done the very best thing to fix my shoulder ! experience )knowledge and very kind and caring ! would highly recommend him!

February 28, 2023

He is accommodating, kind, straight forward. To the point no long medical talk. Awesome with a laymen's terms. Great doctor.

February 24, 2023

Caring, knowledgeable, professional

January 9, 2023

Staff and doctor were all kind, compassionate and professional.

December 20, 2022

Dr Greenwald is a fantastic physician and human being! He’s very easy to talk to, down to earth and friendly. Highly recommend him to anyone needing an Ortho physician.

December 8, 2022

Very friendly by all staff. All around happy with my appoint. Waiting time was short. Dr. Greenwald is very much to the point and tells it like it is. That's exactly what we want. Gives options to solve the issue. Again all around happy with my visit.

November 23, 2022

I appreciate his positive and energetic personality; it makes it easy to interact with him and encourages me to adopt a positive mindset. I also appreciate how he personalizes my care; it makes me feel valued. I am confident that my journey toward health will maintain forward momentum while I am in Dr. Greenwald's care.

November 2, 2022

Good bedside manners and very personable! Will definitely go back when needed and/or refer others to Dr Greenwald.

November 2, 2022

Dr G explains all very well. His plan seems very thorough that thought out. Very personable.

October 25, 2022

Dr. Greenwald is very understanding and listens to my needs and concerns without hesitation!

October 6, 2022

His skills as a surgeon are amazing and his concern and follow up for his patients first rate. I would recommend him to everyone.

September 29, 2022

Very clear information on my injury and how the surgery will be done, plus what I need to do post op.

September 13, 2022

Dr Greenwald is friendly, professional, efficient and very human. (Some of the docs are just not the friendliest.) Dr Greenwald is a sweet, down to earth guy. Always takes time to answer my questions in English, rather than “medical-ese.” I greatly appreciate him!

September 6, 2022

Dr Greenwald is extremely knowledgeable, skilled, friendly & compassionate. He cares about his patients & answers all questions. I trust him & recommend him to friends. He adds a personal touch that makes me feel valued as a patient & person.

August 26, 2022

Dr. Greenwald is amazing. He is so personable, explains everything that’s happening, let’s you ask questions, and generally puts you at ease. He’s thorough, patient, and very knowledgeable. His staff is great, too—super friendly and kind. I would definitely recommend Dr. Greenwald to others!

August 22, 2022

Dr Greenwald is an amazingly thorough provider. I appreciate that he listens, and has a plan for my care for years to come.

June 15, 2022

Dr. Greenwald gave exceptional care to our son who had a complete knee reconstruction. He is an amazing surgeon and has wonderful bedside manner. He took time to answer any questions we had.

June 8, 2022

Dr Greenwald is a fantastic physician and genuinely nice guy. He’s friendly, always upbeat, encouraging, professional and efficient. I would highly recommend him to anyone requiring Ortho services. His staff is always great, as well!

May 31, 2022

Dr Greenwald was very personable. He looked at me and spoke directly to me. He seemed compassionate, knowledgeable, professional. He answered my questions, and when needing to leave, encouraged me to ask more of his nurses, assuming I may have more on my written list. When my appointment with him was done, I felt like I mattered to him. I feel like my surgery will be in good hands.

May 24, 2022

About

Co-Director of Orthopedic Sports Medicine, McFarland Clinic

Medical Interests

Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy
Consultant to Iowa State Athletic teams

Joined McFarland Clinic

August 1992

Education & Professional Certification

Certifications

American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Education

Luther College, Decorah, IA

BA (Summa Cum Laude), 1979-1983

University of Iowa College of Medicine, Iowa City, IA

MD (Alpha Omega Alpha), 1983-1987

Internship

University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI

Orthopedic Surgery, 1987-1988

Residency

University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI

Orthopedic Surgery, 1988-1992

Professional Societies

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Arthoscopic Association of North America
Christian Medical/Dental Society
Iowa Medical Society
Iowa Orthopedic Society
Story County Medical Society

Professional & Personal Interests

Leadership Roles

McFarland Clinic Board of Directors, 2005-2010

Hobbies and Personal Interests

Snowboarding, Kiteboarding, Tennis

Resources

Food is Medicine

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Cyclone Fanatic Radio Interviews

Dr. Thomas Greenwald

Thomas Greenwald, MD

Primary Clinic

1215 Duff Avenue Office

Also Sees Patients In

Carroll Office

Patient Testimonials