Dr. Shaun O'Leary MD, PHD
Neurosurgeon
1875 W Dempster St Suite 605 Park Ridge IL, 60068About
Dr. Shaun T. O'Leary is a well-versed neurosurgeon currently working within Northwest Community Healthcare. Northwest Community Hospital earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for several years by taking the lead on quality and safety improvement. Dr. O'Leary has been practicing for over a decade in neurosurgery, and specializes in spinal surgery and peripheral nerve surgery. Performing peripheral nerve surgery, Dr. O'Leary treats patients affected by brachial plexus injury, carpal tunnel syndrome, nerve tumors, and other injuries. Distinguished in his expertise, Dr. O'Leary additionally speaks around the nation.
Education and Training
Georgetown University
Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1996
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAreas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local and National Public Speaking -
Internships
- Henry Ford Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, American Society and Joint Section of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery, North American Spine Society; President-Elect of the Illinois State Neurosurgical Society
What do you attribute your success to?
- Honesty
Hobbies / Sports
- Hockey, Lacrosse
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