The Spine Institute of Arizona would like to extend congratulation to Paul R. Gause, MD, newly board certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS). The American Board of Orthopedic Surgery sets strict educational standards, qualifications, and competencies for orthopedic surgeons. Physicians are eligible for board certification only after they have completed four years of medical school, three years of a medical internship & residency consisting of concentrated instruction in orthopedic surgery approved by the ABOS this is followed by two years of further clinical experience in orthopedic surgery. Dr Gause has met all his requirements and can add becoming board certified to his list of accomplishments.