Summary

Dr. Thomas A. McNally, MD, is the esteemed Medical Director of the Spine Center at the Chicago Center for Orthopedics and Robotic-Assisted Surgery. 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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Office Locations

Dr. Thomas McNally has 2 locations

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 31 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Rush University
  • 25 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 22 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas McNally

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health (ABD)
  • Ambetter
  • BCBS Anthem
  • BCBS IL PRO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna Healthspring
  • Community Care Alliance IL
  • CountyCare Medicaid Managed Care
  • Essential Health Partners
  • Humana
  • Medicaid IL
  • Medicare B
  • Meridian Medicaid Managed care
  • Molina Medicaid Managed Care
  • MoreCare
  • Oscar Health
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare
  • Wellcare-Medicare Advantage
  • Youthcare
  • Zing Healthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas McNally has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas McNally has the following 22 areas of expertise

  • Arthritis
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Compression Fractures
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Kyphosis
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spine Surgery
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Vertebroplasty (Kyphoplasty)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic Surgery, 2026

MEDICAL LICENSE

LICENSED PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON, Illinois, 2026, Active
LICENSED PHYSICIAN CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Rush University2002
Shriner's Hospital for Children - Chicago2001
University of Chicago Hospitals2000

Residency

University Of Chicago Medicine

Medical School

Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated in 1995

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Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas McNally affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas McNally is affiliated with Rush Copley Medical Center, Ascension Alexian Brothers, and Weiss Memorial Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Thomas McNally speak?
Dr. Thomas McNally speaks English and Spanish.
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