Dr. Thomas A. McNally, MD, is the esteemed Medical Director of the Spine Center at the Chicago Center for Orthopedics and Robotic-Assisted Surgery. Located in Chicago, Dr. McNally is a distinguished expert in both non-operative and operative spine care, emphasizing a patient-first philosophy. His comprehensive approach to spine health management integrates a team-based strategy to support all aspects of patient care.
Dr. McNally specializes in minimally invasive and robotic surgery, addressing a range of conditions including:
- Pediatric and adult spine surgery
- Disc herniations
- Spinal stenosis
- Cervical and thoracolumbar spine issues
- Scoliosis and kyphosis
- Spondylolisthesis
After earning his medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, Dr. McNally completed an Orthopedic Surgery residency at the University of Chicago Hospitals. He pursued fellowship training at Rush University Medical Center in comprehensive spinal care, the University of Chicago in minimally invasive spine procedures, and Shriner’s Hospital for Children in pediatric spine and scoliosis management. Dr. McNally is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and the Scoliosis Research Society. He is also an active member of the North American Spine Society.
Renowned for his minimally invasive procedures, Dr. McNally is an expert in Balloon Kyphoplasty and iO-Flex technology. He is one of the few local Chicagoland doctors performing the Scoli Score test, a DNA test used to assess the severity of scoliosis in adolescents and formulate personalized treatment plans. His contributions to the field include numerous published studies in professional journals such as the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and The Journal of Hand Surgery. Dr. McNally regularly shares his surgical techniques and research at professional symposiums and conferences, promoting continuing education in the Chicagoland area.
Outside his professional life, Dr. McNally enjoys spending time with his family and engaging in activities that contribute to his community's well-being. His dedication to patient care and continuous medical education underscores his commitment to advancing the field of spine surgery.
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