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Dr. Paul W Mcdonough, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery
Accepting new patients
Orthopedic Associates 1888 Antilley Rd, Abilene, TX 79606
(325) 795-1888

Overview
Location
Expertise
Insurance

Brief Intro

Dr. McDonough has performed over 6 000 surgeries in Abilene Paul McDonough MD attended medical school at UCLA in Los Angeles California. He graduated as the winner of the Longmire Medal as the student graduating number one in his class in surgery. Dr. McDonough’s medical training continued at UCLA in an Orthopaedic surgery residency. He received a score of 100th percentile on an “intraining exam” (exams given to all residents in the country) this is celebrated and highly uncommon. Dr. McDonough developed an interest in spine surgery working with Dr. Rick Delamarter the premier west coast spine surgeon. This clinical experience as well as research experience provided the privilege of acceptance into a spine surgery fellowship under the world famous Dr. Thomas Zdeblick. In 2001 Dr. McDonough relocated to Abilene Texas with his family. WHAT IS SPINE SURGERY FELLOWSHIP TRAINING? A spine fellowship is the highest level of training available for spine surgery in the United States. Some orthopedic surgeons and neurosurgeons at the conclusion of their standard medical training undergo advanced training devoted entirely to spine surgery. This allows the opportunity to be involved in cutting edge research and surgery. There is exposure to very complex disorders and problems and provides training in the newest and most advanced techniques and equipment. Procedures Performed: Microsurgery and minimally invasive techniques, Removal of herniated disc by microsurgery, Neck microsurgery, Neck and back reconstruction for severe problems, BMP- a breakthrough genetically engineered product to speed and enhance spinal fusion, Use of the newest titanium spinal instrumentation, Treatment for patients that have failed prior surgery, Artificial disc replacement of the neck and lower back.

Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

University of Wisconsin

RESIDENCY

UCLA Orthopedic Surgery

MEDICAL SCHOOL

UCLA

Languages Spoken

Spanish
English

Location & Hours

Orthopedic Associates
1888 Antilley Rd, Abilene, TX 79606
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery

Conditions Addressed

Sciatica
Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
Neck Pain
Spinal Stenosis
Myelopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Fractures
Back Pain
Spondylolisthesis
Scoliosis or Kyphoscoliosis

Procedures Performed

Spinal Cord Surgery
Spinal Cord Surgery
Spinal Fusion

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Superior HealthPlan
Humana
Gilsbar 360 Alliance
Mutual of Omaha
Medicare
Blue Shield of California
HealthSmart
Cigna
FirstCare Health Plans
State Farm
Aetna
Physicians Mutual

Cancer 66
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 67
Orthopedics 124
Neurology & Neurosurgery 104
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 119
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 125
Diabetes & Endocrinology 53
Children's Hospital 23
Urology 117
Psychiatry 96
Geriatrics 115
Rehabilitation 139
Obsterics & Gynecology 13
Ophthalmology 2
Ear, Nose & Throat 10
Rheumatology 2
Long Term Care 50
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 60