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Dr. James McInerney, MD

Dr. James McInerney, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James McInerney, MD is a neurosurgeon in Hershey, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Dentistry in 1993. He is affiliated with Milton S Hershey Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

30 Hope Dr Ste 1200 Hershey, PA 17033
Telehealth available

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(717) 531-3828

Hospital Highlight

Dr. McInerney is affiliated with Milton S Hershey Medical Center Hershey, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

Dr. McInerney is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McInerney specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. McInerney's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McInerney

3.5
11 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
55%
55%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
9%
9%
2 star
9%
9%
1 star
27%
27%

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Received Gamma Knife surgery from Dr. McInerney, for Trigeminal Neuralgia. Said it was “Gold Standard “. Issues@procedure, anesthetic didn’t work. Felt him drill 4 screws into my head, gave no options for relief. Least of problems. Less than 6 months later, 1/2 my face was paralyzed, drooping, numb & painful, as if I had a stroke. Totally stopped my life as I knew it. Dr. McInerney claimed doubtful b/c of procedure. Never happened to him prior. Offered no solutions nor help. Assoc. in same Dept. confirmed, absolutely from procedure, & irreversible. Third opinion, @ University of Pennsylvania Hosp. (HUP), Chair of Dept., respected NeuroSurgeon, knew Dr. McInerney, also confirmed it was 100% due to Gamma Knife, & irreversible. JHU, confirmed same. A decade later, have tried every possibility to assist in relief & getting life back, to no avail. Dr. McInerney needed to own what occurred & try to help. Instead he walked away. Offering nothing. HUGE EGO! Disgrace! Pathetic!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 05, 2021
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Love him and his staff. They have worked tirelessly since I had my DBS Surgery. Can’t say enough good things about my still ongoing issues. Would trust him with any neurosurgery ??
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 06, 2019
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I have had Dr. McInerney for two surgeries. He is very caring, and answers any questions you may have. He is very thorough in explaining all options and possible side effects. I would highly recommend him as a neurosurgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Deborah Dominick in Williamsport, PA – Jun 14, 2018
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I was referred to Dr. McInerney from another neurosurgeon at Penn State. My experience was absolutely horrible and ridiculous! I called for a week straight trying to get a hold of him(or anybody) to get information about my follow up appointment. That never happened so, I even went into the office and had my primary physician send messages and call. This went on for 4 months! I or my primary physician never heard anything back from him. I'm done and would NEVER recommend him!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Harrisburg – May 17, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. James McInerney, MD is a neurosurgeon in Hershey, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Dentistry in 1993. He is affiliated with Milton S Hershey Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Georgetown University School Of Dentistry

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. McInerney is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office30 Hope Dr Ste 1200 Hershey, PA 17033
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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    Practice

    The Milton S. Hershey Medical Center500 University Dr Hershey, PA 17033
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Milton S Hershey Medical Center

      500 University Dr
      Hershey, PA 17033
      Recipient of 48
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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