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DR. DANIEL MCNEELY

(4.8 Score)
IWK HEALTH CENTRE
5850 University Avenue, P.O. Box 9700,
Halifax, NS B3K 6R8 Directions

Since 1997

Specialty:

✓Malignant Tumour ✓Seizures ✓Brain Surgery ✓Trauma ✓Benign ✓Craniotomies ✓Tumour Removals ✓Diskectomy ✓Laminotomy ✓Epilepsy ✓Minimally Invasive Surgeries

"Dr. Daniel McNeely completed medical school at the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine, graduating with honors in 1997. He then completed his neurosurgical residency training at Dalhousie University, completing it in 2003. Dr. Daniel McNeely clearly explains the surgical options to patients and allows them to make informed decisions. He always provides information, answers patients' questions, and creates solutions to problems. Dr. Daniel McNeely is an associate professor and head of pediatric neurosurgery. He practices at the IWK Health Centre. He has a flexible appointment system to accommodate clients' schedules. The clinic is proud to provide the most complex levels of care in its region. IWK Health is a major women's and children's hospital and trauma centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

2026 Highlights: The multidisciplinary clinics provide patients with comprehensive assessments while helping to reduce waitlist times. The use of minimally invasive surgical techniques and outpatient procedures helps optimize hospital resource utilization, minimize surgical delays, and lower the risk of post-operative complications."

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License #011669

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(902) 470-7476

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DR. SIMON WALLING

(4.8 Score)
IWK HEALTH CARE CENTRE
5850 University Avenue, P.O. Box 9700,
Halifax, NS B3K 6R8 Directions

Since 1988

Specialty:

✓Acoustic Neuroma ✓Chronic Pain ✓Brain Tumors ✓Shunt ✓Adult Epilepsy ✓Medulloblastoma ✓Skull Base Surgeries ✓L5s1 Herniation ✓Craniotomy

“Dr. Simon Walling obtained his medical degree from the University of Dundee in 1988 and completed his neurosurgical residency training at Dalhousie University in 1995. He is renowned for performing pediatric neurosurgery, including brain and skull base tumors, complex spinal deformities, neuroendoscopy, and injury prevention. Dr. Simon is clinically interested in the diagnosis and management of endovascular surgeries. He also works as an Assistant Professor in the Division of Neurosurgery at Dalhousie University. He practices at IWK Health Centre, which has advanced facilities for delivering exceptional care to its patients. The clinic provides care to maritime youth, children, and women from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and beyond.”

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License #010367

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(902) 473-8453

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DR. SEAN CHRISTIE

(4.8 Score)
1796 Summer Street, Unit 3814,
Halifax, NS B3H 3A7 Directions

Since 1996

Specialty:

✓Cranio-cervical Complex ✓Glioma ✓Glioblastoma ✓Skull Base ✓Pituitary and Spinal Tumor ✓Post-traumatic Brain Syndrome ✓Metastatic Intracranial Neoplasms

“Dr. Sean Christie is a neurosurgeon and clinician-scientist who graduated from Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine in 1996. He then completed his neurosurgery residency at the same university. He also completed neurosurgery and spinal surgery fellowships at the University of Chicago. He has developed secondary injury mechanisms following spinal cord injury and investigated potential treatment strategies that translated into clinical applications. Dr. Christie is actively involved in clinical and health systems research to improve care delivery to spine surgery patients. He is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Dr. Christie addresses all patients' questions with clear, easy-to-understand explanations. He also works as a professor, vice chair, and director of research in the Division of Neurosurgery at Dalhousie University. He has authored many publications related to his field. He was the first neurosurgeon in Canada to utilize a surgical robot for neurosurgery.”

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License #011414

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(902) 473-2096

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DR. DANIEL MCNEELY - IWK HEALTH CENTRE REVIEWS

Well. Dr McNeely. Thank you. You made me feel as someone cared. You and doctor Sadler both saved me. Dr McNeely operated on my head and saved me in 2021 Unfortunately in my original surgery something happened and there was a blood clot. Dr McNeely ordered tests the next morning. And he seen a blood clot in my brain. I don’t remember anything until 2-3 days later. But I wokeup being told about what happened. And dr McNeely saved my life that morning. He came to check on me daily. And was always on call for me. He takes things to heart and has the best bedside manner. Talks to you as a family member or a caring friend would. Any person to say anything wrong about this man should try to find such an intelligent nice caring doctor who doesn’t call him self doctor McNeely. He introduces himself as Daniel McNeely or doctor Daniel McNeely. He never rushs and asks every question you can think of. This doctor deserves an award for being the number one pediatric neurosurgeon in the province. He deserves to be recognized as the nicest doctor someone could ever meet. Anyone that review who says that he’s mean and walked out after saying something rude about nothing he’s able to do is just upset that he wasn’t able to fix the problem when he dedicate his life to this. He may seem a bit quiet and relaxed but he puts his life into this. He constantly asks me if I want my surgery re done and cares so much. He’s reliable and caring. He’s saved many many lives . in particular children . And adults.

Dr, McNeely, I just had to respond to Dr. Jeremiah's mention of your kindness to your young hydrocephalic patient 's teddy bear. I am also hydrocephalic. When I was born, my parents were told that I would live to be two. I am now 65. I wish the same kind of healing for your young patient. The next time you see him or his parents please share this account with them to give them hope. Again, thanks for being so kind. You remind me of a couple of the doctors that I had. Respectfully, Cheryl Smith.

Dr McNeely was in the trauma room when my son arrived after being struck by a car. He was in terrible bad shape, and dr McNeely had to give us some awful news. Even still he was kind and compassionate. My son has recovered in a way that no one figured would happen, and we have been handed over to rehab, but I will never forget dr McNeely. Some people are truly special, he is one.

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DR. SIMON WALLING - IWK HEALTH CARE CENTRE REVIEWS

Dr.walling and Dr. Mcneely were so amazing with our son he was terrified and they made him feel safe .so kind and caring all while being so professional...Dr.walling always made our boy smile and feel so safe and calm even while doing some major invasive things to him ....plots puffy tumor on his forehead was the final diagnosis ..we were so scared it was going to be worse than what it was ...even though that was bad enough.

Dr. Walling is an excellent neurosurgeon. I have been a patient for the last 5 years for an acoustic neuroma. Had 2 surgeries. Follow up care is amazing from the time of surgery to check ups. I can't thank him enough for what his has done for me and continues to do for me.

Dr. Walling and his colleagues performed a 23 hour neuro surgery on my daughter. Her tumour was removed successfully and we are incredibly grateful for this brilliant pediatric neurosurgeon. He is also incredibly kind, thoughtful and knowledgeable! Sad when she turns 21 and we leave the IWK.

DR. SEAN CHRISTIE REVIEWS

Sean did all four of my surgeries. I have severe ankylosing spondylitis and had multiple spinal osteotomies done each time with rods being extended up both sides of my spine each time. I now rods running from my lower back up to the base of my skull. He was amazing each time and was the only Dr in the maritime to do this surgery in 2009( the first of four surgeries). He told me.certain things to watch for and if they ever happened to call him, calling next week as I am starting to have some of the complications he warned me about. If anyone can help resolve them it will be Sean.

I’ve had an extensive back surgery, and after two and 1/2 weeks I’ve listened to what he told me to do for recovery! I’m up to 2 miles a day walking which I could only do 100 feet before surgery, I have a new lease on life and would like to thank dr. Sean Christie and the staff at qe 11 for there help. I would highly recommend this doctor.

Dr Christie and associated medical staff are the very best, he removed rare sacrum tumor, and highly recommend his services. Very fortunate to be his patient.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

DR. DANIEL MCNEELY - IWK HEALTH CENTRE Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Images: 9
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Contact Info: 10
License: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Review Analysis: 10
Reviews Accuracy: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

DR. SIMON WALLING - IWK HEALTH CARE CENTRE Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Images: 9
Complete Info: 9
Review Analysis: 9
Reviews Accuracy: 9
Contact Info: 10
License: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Study: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

DR. SEAN CHRISTIE Total Inspection Points: 114/120
Business Images: 8
Acknowledgments: 9
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Accuracy: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Contact Info: 10
License: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Videos: 10

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