Brian McDonagh, MD?
Update this Profile
Brian McDonagh, MD, Neurologist
Verified Doctor
We verify the medical license of each FindaTopDoc Verified Doctor to ensure that their license is active and they are in good medical standing.

Brian McDonagh, MD

Neurologist | Vascular Neurology

211 E Ontario St Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60611

About

Dr. Brian McDonagh, MD, is a highly experienced physician practicing in Illinois. With over 55 years of experience, he has dedicated his career to the field of restorative medicine. Dr. McDonagh discovered the effectiveness of prolotherapy and neural prolotherapy when seeking treatment for his own painful knees. Impressed by their healing potential, he studied these techniques and became passionate about bringing them to the attention of the general public. Dr. McDonagh utilizes neural prolotherapy to treat various neurologic conditions, including migraine, fibromyalgia, trigeminal neuralgia, CGRP, tennis elbow, and low back pain. He has also made recent advancements in using dextrose injections to improve strength in patients with conditions such as MS and stroke.

Education and Training

School of Medicine at University College Dublin, Ireland MD 1968

Provider Details

MaleEnglish
Brian McDonagh, MD
Brian McDonagh, MD's Expert Contributions
  • Spotlight Video | What Is Multiple Sclerosis? | Brian McDonagh, MD

    Brian McDonagh, MD is an established neurologist who sees patients at Neuropathy Medical Center, located in Northbrook, Illinois. Dr. Brian McDonagh, with over 55 years of experience, graduated from the School of Medicine at University College Dublin, Ireland, in 1968. Subsequently, he completed...

Areas of expertise and specialization

Vascular SurgeryNeural ProlotherapyPhlebology

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Founder & Medical Director Vein Clinics of America 1981 - 2007

Internships

  • Tucson Hospitals Medical Education1970Transitional Year

Professional Society Memberships

  • Prolotherapy Association, Nerve Treatment Association

Articles and Publications

  • - published in the Journal of Phlebology (out of the UK) - 2002, 2003, 2004- Founder of Vein Clinics of America

What do you attribute your success to?

  • curiosity, and I\'m innovative. When I see a treatment that isn\'t working too well, I find out the core of the disease and what they are doing to effect that. You can tell pretty quickly whether it will be a robust thing or not. I\'ve approached quite a bit that way. I always look at problems as opportunities.

Brian McDonagh, MD's Practice location

211 E Ontario St Suite 1200 -
Chicago, IL 60611
Get Direction

Neuropathy Medical Center

60 Revere Dr #505 -
Northbrook, IL 60062
Get Direction

Vein Clinics of America

1790 Nations Dr Ste 207 -
Gurnee, IL 60031
Get Direction
New patients: 847-693-7020

Brian McDonagh, MD's reviews

(0)
Write Review

Media Releases

Renowned Physician’s Revolutionary Approach to Healing Transforms Patient Care Across Illinois

Dr. Brian McDonagh has emerged as a leading figure in the field of restorative medicine, with a career spanning more than three decades and centered in Illinois. Driven by his personal journey to address chronic knee pain, Dr. McDonagh's quest for effective solutions led him to explore innovative therapies such as Prolotherapy and Perineural Injection Therapy (PIT). His pioneering work in these areas has not only transformed his own health but has also revolutionized the treatment of various neurological conditions.

Having discovered the profound benefits of PIT through his experiences, Dr. McDonagh has dedicated himself to advocating for the broader acceptance and utilization of this groundbreaking approach. His expertise now extends to treating a wide range of neurological disorders, including Multiple Sclerosis, Crohn’s Disease, Migraine, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, among others. By utilizing dextrose injections, Dr. McDonagh has been able to effectively manage pain, correct defective glycolysis, and enhance healing processes in his patients at Neuropathy Medical Center in Northbrook, Illinois.

Dr. McDonagh’s illustrious educational background, which includes graduating from the School of Medicine at University College Dublin, Ireland, and completing training in Rehabilitation Medicine at Wayne State, Detroit, has provided him with a solid foundation for his medical career. 

In 1980, driven by his personal experience with varicose veins, Dr. McDonagh established Vein Clinics of America. This groundbreaking initiative shifted the focus from traditional vein stripping surgery to minimally invasive, ultrasound-guided injection treatments, transforming the approach to vein disorder management. His pioneering methods, detailed in a 2002 publication in the Journal of Phlebology, received international acclaim and have since been widely adopted around the globe.

Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. McDonagh is a multifaceted individual who finds solace in word games, reading, and opera. His diverse interests mirror his holistic approach to life and underscore his commitment to overall well-being.

Dr. Brian McDonagh’s unwavering dedication to innovation, patient care, and healing has established him as a distinguished physician whose contributions continue to shape the landscape of modern medicine.

Recommended Articles

  • Inspirational Buckeye Fan with Muscular Dystrophy Scores the Final Touchdown

    Jacob Jarvis is an Ohio State fan, and he suffers from Duchenne muscular dystrophy. He is also the player on the Ohio State football team who made the winning touchdown in Ohio State’s 2017 spring game. Good things do happen, and when Jacob made the score, the entire team mobbed him in the end...

  • Ringworm Treatment: Type of Treatment and Natural Home Remedies

    Ringworm is a fungal type of infection, which is caused by the fungal organisms known as dermatophytes. It can affect various parts of the body, especially the skin on the hands, feet, face, and neck. It can also affect the scalp or nails. Initially, it appears as a small dot. Gradually, as the...

  • Dodgers’ Closer Kenley Jansen Helps Pay for Multiple Sclerosis Medical Treatment for Teenager

    Closer for the Dodgers, Kenley Jansen, was the savior for several of the team’s games. Now, Jansen has jumped at the opportunity to help a man in dire need of medical treatment that he cannot afford. ...

  • What are the Side Effects of the Clonidine Drug?

    Hypertension or high blood pressure is a condition that causes an immense force of blood on the walls of the arteries. This pressure could sometimes be so high that it could eventually lead to certain health conditions. High blood pressure is one of the leading causes of stroke and other serious...

  • Can Fatty Fish Reduce Your Risk of Heart Disease?

    A recent study has shown that young women may benefit by having fatty fish, as it provides protection against heart disease and stroke. According to researcher Marin Strom, PhD, Statens Serum Institut in Copenhagen, Denmark, even a modest intake of fishes that provide omega-3 fatty acids provide...

  • The Best Anti-Aging Tips

    Experts in the field of anti-aging believe that it is never too late to start the anti-aging essentials. Although it is not very obvious, the skin actually starts aging by mid-20's. The major factors that really make a difference for the killing looks are genes, daily skin routine, and sun...

Nearest Hospitals

NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITALl

251 E HURON ST CHICAGO IL 60611

Head west on East Ontario Street 162 ft
Turn right onto North Saint Clair Street 294 ft
Turn right onto East Erie Street 666 ft
Turn left onto North Fairbanks Court 292 ft
Turn left onto East Huron Street 183 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the left

ANN & ROBERT H LURIE CHILDRENS HOSPITAL OF CHICAGOl

225 E CHICAGO, BOX 57 CHICAGO IL 60611

Head west on East Ontario Street 162 ft
Turn right onto North Saint Clair Street 876 ft
Turn right onto East Superior Street 364 ft
Turn left onto Emergency department lane for Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago 195 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the left

DHHS USPHS INDIAN HEALTH SERVICESl

EXIT #102 OFF I-40 1/2 MILE SOUTH SAN FIDEL NM 87049

Head west on East Ontario Street 2831 ft
Turn right onto North La Salle Boulevard 3894 ft
Turn left onto West Division Street 1820 ft
Turn right onto North Clybourn Avenue 3755 ft
Turn left onto West North Avenue (IL 64) 3120 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the left

EVANSTON HOSPITALl

2650 RIDGE AVE EVANSTON IL 60201

Head north on Revere Drive 73 ft
Turn right onto Lake Cook Road 1.5 mi
Turn right onto Green Bay Road 3.2 mi
Continue left onto Tower Road 237 ft
Turn right onto Green Bay Road 4644 ft
Keep left 3.3 mi
Turn left onto Central Street 3585 ft
Turn left onto Girard Avenue 580 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the right

NORTHWESTERN LAKE FOREST HOSPITALl

660 N WESTMORELAND ROAD LAKE FOREST IL 60045

Head north on Revere Drive 73 ft
Turn right onto Lake Cook Road 2278 ft
Take the ramp on the left 1129 ft
Merge left onto Skokie Highway (US 41) 2.7 mi
Continue straight onto Skokie Valley Road (US 41) 3.4 mi
Continue straight onto South Skokie Highway (US 41) 4872 ft
Take the ramp on the right 1303 ft
Turn left onto West Deerpath Road 836 ft
Turn right onto North Westmoreland Road 1461 ft
Continue onto North Westmoreland Road 1067 ft
Keep left at the fork 502 ft
You have arrived at your destination, straight ahead

ADVOCATE LUTHERAN GENERAL HOSPITALl

1775 DEMPSTER ST PARK RIDGE IL 60068

Head north on Revere Drive 117 ft
Turn left onto Lake Cook Road 2.1 mi
Turn left onto North Pfingsten Road 1347 ft
Continue straight onto Pfingsten Road 4.3 mi
Turn left onto West Lake Avenue 4371 ft
Turn right onto Greenwood Road 1.3 mi
Continue straight onto North Greenwood Avenue 1.3 mi
Turn right onto West Dempster Street (US 14) 1323 ft
Turn left onto North Western Avenue 673 ft
Turn right 794 ft
Turn right 184 ft
You have arrived at your destination, straight ahead

VISTA MEDICAL CENTER WESTl

2615 WASHINGTON ST WAUKEGAN IL 60085

Head east 28 ft
Turn left onto Nations Drive 590 ft
Turn right onto North Dilleys Road 2289 ft
Turn left onto Grand Avenue (IL 132) 3.1 mi
Turn right onto North Green Bay Road (IL 131) 4473 ft
Turn left onto Washington Street 1556 ft
Turn right onto St Therese Boulevard 1021 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the right

VISTA MEDICAL CENTER EASTl

1324 NORTH SHERIDAN ROAD WAUKEGAN IL 60085

Head east 28 ft
Turn left onto Nations Drive 590 ft
Turn right onto North Dilleys Road 2289 ft
Turn left onto Grand Avenue (IL 132) 4.4 mi
Turn left onto North Lewis Avenue 2638 ft
Turn right onto West Glen Flora Avenue 1.2 mi
Turn left 167 ft
You have arrived at your destination, straight ahead

MIDWESTERN REGION MED CENTERl

2520 ELISHA AVENUE ZION IL 60099

Head east 28 ft
Turn left onto Nations Drive 590 ft
Turn left onto North Dilleys Road 3133 ft
Turn right onto Stearns School Road 4559 ft
Turn left onto North Skokie Highway (US 41) 2.6 mi
Turn right onto West Wadsworth Road 4.2 mi
Turn left onto North Lewis Avenue (CH W34) 2603 ft
Turn right onto 33rd Street 315 ft
Turn left onto Lebanon Avenue 3269 ft
Go straight onto Galilee Avenue 1589 ft
Turn right onto 27th Street 4874 ft
Turn left onto Elisha Avenue 974 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the left