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Specialties
Neck Pain
Symptoms of neck pain include weakness, numbness, and tingling. Common causes are often joint inflammation, infection, and trauma.
Lower Back Pain
Common causes of lower back pain include improper lifting, poor posture, lack of regular exercise, fracture, ruptured disk, or arthritis.
Carpal Tunnel
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is caused by pressure on the median nerve and is usually defined by numbness, tingling and weakness in your hand.
Meet Dr. Brent Greenwald
Dr. Brent Greenwald originates from Louisville, Kentucky. He attended the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia where he earned his B.S. in Biology. He attended the University of Louisville Medical School in Louisville, Kentucky. He performed his general surgery internship and neurosurgery residency at the Medical College of Virginia. Dr. Greenwald and his wife moved to Idaho Falls, Idaho in January 1996, and opened his Neurosurgical practice.
Dr. Greenwald’s special surgical skills include minimally invasive spinal procedures as well as spinal instrumentation techniques acquired in his spinal surgery fellowship with Hallett Matthews, M.D. He has been a contributor to clinical research regarding severe head injuries and spinal surgery.
Dr. Greenwald has five children; Kyle, Kali, Kaidun, Charlyse and Crue, and two stepchildren Kody and Tayson. Spending time with his kids is by far his greatest passion. Aside from enjoying the company of his family, he also enjoys bicycling, kayaking, running, any type of skiing, traveling and being outdoors. Oh….he is also a big fan of the Three Stooges, Monty Python, and The Marx Brothers.
Our Team
Malinda McRea, MSN, FNP-C, RNFA
Malinda is a Family Nurse Practitioner and first assistant of neurosurgery. She assists Dr. Greenwald in surgery and patient care in the office. She is married with 3 children and enjoys spending time with them boating, surfing, camping, and vacationing.
Dr. Greenwald’s Personal Assistant and X-Ray Technician
Janeene
I am Dr. Greenwald’s personal assistant and x-ray technician. I have been working with Dr. Greenwald since 1997. I am deeply proud of our team.
Office Manager
Ashli
I am Dr. Greenwald’s office manager and have been working with him 2013. I also work with your insurance company to pre authorize all surgeries as well as handle all billing and coordinate all the front office services.
Medical Assistant
Tina
I am a graduate of Idaho State University, and have been Dr. Greenwald’s Medical Assistant since 2016. I have worked in the medical field for over twenty years. I’ll show you to the exam room and together we will review your medical and surgical history. I’ll also take your vital signs and prepare you to see the doctor.
Testimonials
“Dr. Greenwald has saved my quality of life twice in the past 18 years. In 1999 he fused 5 vertebrae in my neck and recently he performed surgery on my lower back that relieved pressure on nerves that prevented me from walking. He is a truly amazing surgeon.”
“Dr. Greenwald performed back surgery on my mother. She had been in so much pain before the surgery that she was nearly unable to walk. This surgery gave her her life back. Dr. Greenwald was so kind and so helpful.”
“Dr. Greenwald has done back surgeries on both my husband and I. I don’t think you can find a more caring, professional doctor anywhere. His staff is equally as caring and professional. I would highly recommend Dr. Greenwald.”
Videos
Causes of Lower Back Pain
When to Visit A Neurosurgeon
Diagnosing Neurological Disorders
When Should You Consider Surgery?
An Overview of Nerve Pain
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neurosurgery (Also Neurological Surgery)?
Simply put, it is surgery on any part of the nervous system, such as the brain or spinal cord. However, more technically neurosurgery constitutes a surgical specialty that provides care for patients in the treatment of pain or pathological processes that may modify the function or activity of the central nervous system (e.g. brain hypophysis & spinal cord), the peripheral nervous system (e.g. cranial, spinal & peripheral nerves), the autonomic nervous system, the supporting structures of these systems (e.g. meninges, skull & skull base & vertebral column), & their vascular supply (e.g. intracranial, extracranial & spinal vasculature).
How Can I Get An Appointment with Dr. Greenwald?
Dr. Greenwald is a neurosurgeon, and not everyone will need surgery. To make sure you are getting the correct treatment, we ask that you first have an appointment with your primary care physician or visit with a clinic to get an MRI or other appropriate test ordered. From there, your health care provider will send our office a referral including diagnostic test results for Dr. Greenwald to review. He will determine what the next should be.
Will You Work With My Insurance Company?
Our office accepts almost all of the major insurances. You can see a partial list on our website. If you don’t see your insurance listed, please give Ashli a call at 208-535-4800 and she would be happy to answer your questions.
What Should I Expect At My First Appointment?
If you have an appointment scheduled with Dr. Greenwald, it means he has already reviewed your diagnostic tests and referral from your provider. Our medical assistant, will take you into the examination room, review your medical history and take your vital signs. Dr. Greenwald will come in to discuss your symptoms and review your diagnostic tests with you and perform a non-invasive exam. You will then discuss the best neuro-surgical options available, beginning with conservative treatments such as medications. If these treatments fail to provide relief, Dr. Greenwald may recommend surgery.
Where Will I Have Surgery If Needed?
Dr. Greenwald performs surgery at Mountain View Hospital, Idaho Falls Community Hospital and Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls.
Tel: 208-535-4800
Fax: 208-535-4807
Greenwald Neurosurgical
3155 Channing Way, Suite B
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
