MISSOULA BONE & JOINT ORTHOPEDIC AWARDS
Number 1 Top Workplaces in Montana is Awarded to Missoula Bone & Joint - July 2022
Culture is not created by one person, not management, not supervisors, but all of us – which is why we are so incredibly proud of our MBJ team for being awarded the Number 1 Top Workplaces in Montana 2022 in the large employer category. This honor just reinforces how special our team is. To learn more about this award read our blog
Becker's Healthcare Top 10 Spine ASC's (ambulatory surgery center) To Know - in 2022 and 2021
For two years in a row, Missoula Bone & Joint's ASC (ambulatory-outpatient surgery center) was recognized by Becker's ASC Review for being in the Top 10 notable facilities for outpatient spine surgery. This is a nice honor as we have worked diligently to ensure that our ASC, that first opened in Dec 2019, exceeds national ASC standards and provides exceptional surgical care for our spine patients. Read More
Becker's Healthcare Top 10 Total Joint ASC (ambulatory surgery center) Physicians To Know
Congratulations to Dr. David Allmacher for making the June 2022 Becker's Healthcare Top 10 Total Joint ASC Physicians To Know. Dr. Allmacher specializes in total joint replacement of the hip and knee. The Gold Standard of Care for joint replacement is where patients go home the same day as their surgery to recover in the comfort and safety of their home. Missoula Bone & Joint's ASC (ambulatory surgery center) is achieving this level of care for their patients.
Becker's Healthcare Top 25 Spine ASC's (ambulatory surgery center) To Know
Congratulations to Dr. Zack Witte, Spine Surgeon, Kelly O'Brien, Clinical Director, and the entire surgery center staff for being recognized by Becker's Healthcare in the Top 25 Spine ASC's to Know. Missoula Bone & Joint's ASC (ambulatory - outpatient - surgery center) was opened December 2019 and Dr. Witte started performing outpatient spine surgeries in January 2020. Here is the article from Becker's Heathcare
To learn more about Missoula Bone & Joint's ASC, the staff, and what patients are saying about their surgical experience click here.
Practice Professional of the Year Award 2021
Congratulations to Kelly McGuirl, Operations Manager at Missoula Bone & Joint, for being awarded Practice Professional of the Year 2021 by the American Alliance Of Orthopaedic Executives (AAOE). Kelly was recognized for this honor at the AAOE National Conference in Dallas in October.
Becker's Healthcare Top 10 Total Joint ASC (ambulatory surgery center) Physicians to Know
Dr. David Allmacher is listed in the top 10 for Becker's Healthcare Total Joint Surgeons at an ASC on June 28th, 2021. An Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) is a highly regulated health care facility that provides outpatient surgery and preventive care. ASCs meet extensive state and federal requirements and are reviewed regularly to ensure safety and quality. New technology and techniques have made outpatient surgery safer and more comfortable. Missoula Bone & Joint's ASC started performing total joint surgeries in January 2020 with the opening of our new facility, that includes six private overnight suites. In June of 2021 we celebrated 500 total joint surgeries performed at our ASC. Click Here to read more about this award.
Administrator of the Year Award 2021
Congratulations to Sami Spencer, CEO Missoula Bone & Joint, who was awarded 2021 Administrator of the Year by the Montana Medical Group Management Association (MTMGMA) . "Sami is an accomplished medical practice executive who tirelessly volunteers, mentors, and shares knowledge. She does so in a demanding position where she has led her practice to successful expansion and growth. She is actively involved in the state MGMA association and serves in a leadership role. She also is an officer in her specialty association. She personifies the ideal MGMA leader. I lean on her regularly, and she is generous with her time." MTMGMA
OR Excellence in Outpatient Surgery Award 2021
Missoula Bone & Joint received an honorable mention for OR Excellence in Outpatient Surgery. The article was published in the Outpatient Surgery Magazine’s September Issue. At Missoula Bone & Joint Surgery Center we pride ourselves on proactive protocols and practices that greatly minimize surgical site infections in our patient population. We are an orthopedic specialty ambulatory surgery center that has doubled our capacity and added total joint replacement and spine surgery to our scope of services since January 2020. We have notched up our diligence even more to prevent SSIs using many evidence based approaches to reduce risk. As a result, our rates of infection remain continuously extremely low. READ MORE
Becker's Healthcare Top 10 Spine Surgery Centers
Missoula Bone & Joint was listed in Becker's Healthcare as one of 10 Spine ASC's (Ambulatory Surgery Center's) to know. READ MORE
Dr. Zack Witte specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of spine-related conditions that may be causing your back or neck pain. He understands how this pain can limit your activities and decrease your quality of life. His goal is to work with you to relieve your pain and restore your mobility so you can enjoy life again.
Top Workplace in Montana Award
We are thrilled that Missoula Bone & Joint was recognized in July 2021 as the #2 Top Workplace in Montana in the large company category, and our CEO, Sami Spencer was awarded #1 Top Leader in Montana.
A big thank you to our physicians, our leadership team, and all of our amazing staff for making MB&J a Top Workplace in Montana!
To read more about this award Click Here.
MGMA Better Performer Award 2019
Missoula Bone & Joint was recognized by MGMA (Medical Group Management Association) and awarded a Certificate of Superior Performance as a Better Performer in 2019. Missoula Bone & Joint submitted the 2019 MGMA surveys and after reviewing the data from every organization, MGMA found Missoula Bone & Joint to be among the top performing practices in the country; specifically noting above average performance in the areas of Value and Operations.
Top 10 Greatest Employers in the Region
For the second year in a row Missoula Bone & Joint was named in the top 10 greatest employers in the region. If you are looking for a great place to work, who truely cares about their employees, check out our CAREERS page.
Missoula's Choice for both Best Physical Therapist and Best Alternative Health, 2018
Thank you Missoula for voting Missoula Bone & Joint Physical Therapy as a finalist in 2018 Missoula's Choice for both Best Physical Therapist and Best Alternative Health categories.
American Alliance of Orthopaedic Executives Award
Sami Spencer, FACMPE, CMM, Chief Executive Officer of Missoula Bone & Joint, recently attended the national American Alliance of Orthopaedic Executives (AAOE) Annual Conference in Indiana and was awarded “Listserv Champion” . The AAOE listserv is a tool for members to communicate directly with peers, sharing experience and information to make each person and the industry better. This award recognizes an AAOE member who has consistently contributed on the AAOE listserv, providing valuable information in a positive and knowledgeable manner that benefits other members while supporting the AAOE mission and values. Congratulations Sami and thank you for your great leadership!
Missoula's Choice Award
Voted Top Three in 2016 for Healthcare Providers and Physical Therapy!
Thank you Missoula for trusting us with your orthopedic care.
Top Workplace Becker's Healthcare
For the seventh year, Missoula Bone & Joint was named by Becker's Healthcare as one of the "150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare 2016," a compilation of physician groups, hospitals, health systems, ambulatory surgery centers and other healthcare organizations that provide excellent work environments and outstanding benefits to their employees.
Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center is the only physician group and ambulatory surgery center in Montana included in this list of organizations that are recognized for going above and beyond for their employees and are considered a great place to work based on their benefits, workplace culture, professional development opportunities and recognition for workplace excellence.
KPAX Sports Award
On May 13, 2015 Dr. Glenn Jarrett received the top honor at the KPAX Sports Awards Banquet with the Ray Rocene Award for years of volunteering in the training rooms as well as coaching with the Big Sky wrestling program. Way to go, Dr. Jarrett!
Outstanding Shoulder Surgeon
MBJ's own Dr. Chris Price was selected for inclusion in a list of 65 Outstanding Shoulder Surgeons and Specialists released by Becker's Orthopedic Spine and Pain Management Review.