Testimonials & Reviews

Dario R.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 12/02/22

I was in a car accident where someone ran a red light and ran into my truck. Their vehicle hit square on my left front wheel. They were going about 45-50 mph. You should have seen my truck. It was completely totaled. A few days after the accident I began experiencing a lot of pain in my back and my right leg started giving out. Unfortunately, it took about 6 weeks before my insurance came through and I was able to see Dr. McNulty. I already had 3 previous spine operations. The first was about twenty years previous from lifting concrete blocks. They told me to take it easy, but I didn't and blew out my back again - so TWO back operations (L5-S1) within a couple of months. Then in 2015, more pain and another surgery because vertebra above previously fused vertebra was compressing. So when I presented to Dr. McNulty I had already had THREE fusion surgeries and was fused L4-S1. There were multiple screws coming in from different angles and the middle vertebra was leaned over at about 30 degrees, When Dr. McNulty looked at my X-Ray, he immediately asked me if I was in a car accident, and I said yes. Then he asked me if it was from the left and I said yes. Then he said "OH, I see,...the vertebra above the fused vertebra have shifted to the right. I'm going to take everything out and start all over again". This he did in an eleven-hour operation. It's been about 5 years now. I am 67 years old. I have had NO pain WHATSOEVER these past 5 years, no pills. I am actually in better shape than when I was 16. I can bend down and pick things off the floor, put on my socks, tie my shoes, swim on my back, paddle my canoe, go camping and hiking, and work around the house (which if Dr. McNulty knew what I have been doing he would be furious, I'm sure). The only thing I do have is a slight limp on my right leg, but it sometimes goes away entirely. I can't express how much this means to me. When I first went to Physical Therapy they told me I would have to use a cane and probably a walker the rest of the of my life. But I didn't accept that. I started swimming, then riding my bike. I built up my legs. So some of the credit goes to me. But I am sure that if another surgeon had performed the operation, I wouldn't be in the shape I am today. By the way - I have two plates on either side from the L3 - S1 with five sets of screws coming in from the sides, like a ladder. If you are going to have surgery from Dr. McNulty take it from me, you are fortunate. I am retired. Having the chance to live a normal ACTIVE life...I don't have words to describe my gratitude.

Dario R.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 12/02/22

I was in a car accident where someone ran a red light and ran into my truck. Their vehicle hit square on my left front wheel. They were going about 45-50 mph. You should have seen my truck. It was completely totaled. A few days after the accident I began experiencing a lot of pain in my back and my right leg started giving out. Unfortunately, it took about 6 weeks before my insurance came through and I was able to see Dr. McNulty. I already had 3 previous spine operations. The first was about twenty years previous from lifting concrete blocks. They told me to take it easy, but I didn't and blew out my back again - so TWO back operations (L5-S1) within a couple of months. Then in 2015, more pain and another surgery because vertebra above previously fused vertebra was compressing. So when I presented to Dr. McNulty I had already had THREE fusion surgeries and was fused L4-S1. There were multiple screws coming in from different angles and the middle vertebra was leaned over at about 30 degrees, When Dr. McNulty looked at my X-Ray, he immediately asked me if I was in a car accident, and I said yes. Then he asked me if it was from the left and I said yes. Then he said "OH, I see,...the vertebra above the fused vertebra have shifted to the right. I'm going to take everything out and start all over again". This he did in an eleven-hour operation. It's been about 5 years now. I am 67 years old. I have had NO pain WHATSOEVER these past 5 years, no pills. I am actually in better shape than when I was 16. I can bend down and pick things off the floor, put on my socks, tie my shoes, swim on my back, paddle my canoe, go camping and hiking, and work around the house (which if Dr. McNulty knew what I have been doing he would be furious, I'm sure). The only thing I do have is a slight limp on my right leg, but it sometimes goes away entirely. I can't express how much this means to me. When I first went to Physical Therapy they told me I would have to use a cane and probably a walker the rest of the of my life. But I didn't accept that. I started swimming, then riding my bike. I built up my legs. So some of the credit goes to me. But I am sure that if another surgeon had performed the operation, I wouldn't be in the shape I am today. By the way - I have two plates on either side from the L3 - S1 with five sets of screws coming in from the sides, like a ladder. If you are going to have surgery from Dr. McNulty take it from me, you are fortunate. I am retired. Having the chance to live a normal ACTIVE life...I don't have words to describe my gratitude.

Alejandra E.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 12/01/22

Dr. McNulty healed me. Dr. McNulty fused my spine and now I can walk, run and dance. I can stand. I am not crippled from my back any more. I was suffocating because my spine shifted off track. So I walked with the aid of a walker. I walk 10 steps and I was out of breath. God send Dr. McNulty to heal me. I thank God and Dr. McNulty for give me back the availability to walk again without the aid of a walker or Cane. 08-01-2016

Mary R.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 11/14/22

Dr. McNulty and his whole staff is THE BEST! Very professional and explained the whole procedure to me. I felt very comfortable with all that he did - operated on a decompression on my L5 (Laminectomy). I would highly recommend Dr. McNulty to anyone who is considering any type of spinal surgery. I am pain free and a very happy patient. Thank you, Dr. McNulty and staff.

Johann B.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 04/20/22

Dr. McNulty did a level 1 fusion on L4/L5 for me as well as decompression on L1-L4. Choosing to commit to back surgery and who will perform your surgery is a very serious decision . It can be very stressful and I think you must have absolute confidence and trust in your surgeon. I had consulted with two other neurosurgeons before I had the good fortune to meet Dr. McNulty. What I like about Dr. McNulty is he is very thorough, he evaluates the entire problem and explains the what, why and how to fix it the best it can be fixed. He doesn't waffle, he is very direct. At our first appointment he sat with me to get all my medical history. I only ever met with Dr. McNulty , no PAs or interns . This I really liked. This doctor put me at ease and I felt confident that he had the skill and know how to address my issues. It has been 8 months since my surgery and I am able to be very active walking and bike riding with no pain. I would highly recommend Dr. McNulty and his staff to anyone considering back surgery.

Shawna M.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 03/14/22

LIFE CHANGING!!!! i had a spinal fusion with a pelvic reconstruction for my sciatica in June 2021. I am now completely pain free and completely off all pain medicine for the first time in over 12 years!! I highly recommend Dr. McNulty and his team! My only regret is not finding him sooner, then I wouldn't have lost so many years living the life I love so much. Thank you Dr. McNulty for giving me my active lifestyle back and giving my daughters their pain free Momma!!!! We all appreciate you and thank you from the bottom of your hearts!! Such a Blessing!

Heidi D.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 02/08/22

Dr. McNulty gave me my life back. I was miserable before meeting him and having my double back surgery. I am so happy and grateful for him and his expertise. Love his style also - the golf shorts are the best!! Left a 5-star rating a month ago on Google

Darrell O.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 02/08/22

Recently had back surgery preformed by Dr. McNulty and I feel great after 10 years of pain. Wonderful surgeon, staff, and overall experience. Left a 5-star rating 2 months ago on Google

Kris D.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 02/08/22

My fusion with Dr. McNulty was in 2003.... Still pain-free and happy with the results!!! Left 4 months ago on Google

Becky G.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 08/25/21

In 2003 I was a guest at UNLV hosp. with a broken back. Dr. McNulty did the surgery. I was back to work 3 months after my accident. Always some pain, BUT could have been worse. Recommend him any time someone asks for a great surgeon.

Dixie W.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 07/01/21

this is my "old" experience with Dr. McNulty. My neck started really bothering me back in the 80's ,I had degenerative arthritis . I was able to manage it over the years with chiropractic ,massage and a "hanger'. fast forward to the 2000's. it got so bad,excruciating bad. I was still having to work.When Id go home from work and try to relax id have a panic attack. I was hanging my neck from the doorway in a medical sling to try and relieve my pain so I could get a few hours sleep. I actually thought i was gonna die,I was in so much pain. I was referred to Dr. McNulty. THANK GOD . He said told me what I needed done. at that time ,I woulda done anything to get out of pain. well, I trusted him ,had the surgery back in 2003, 04. recouperation is insane I wont lie. but once I was back up on my feet it was awesome. The first day back on my job I was so scared but guess what ,it was the best day I had 18 years! Mcnulty is professional, thorough and caring. He knows what hes doing and would recommend him to anyone. The cage ,14 screws ,and "bone putty" in my neck is completely pain free. with only a very slight range of motion. he changed my life and save my life in so many ways. THANKS AGAIN DR. MCNULTY!

Angela M.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 04/09/21

Considering your back/spine is one of the scariest places to have surgery, I can only say I wish I had it years earlier. So many horror stories and telling me I could be paralyzed, the pain I was feeling, I was at the point of 'I'm willing to do anything!' All for naught. I went from not being able to stand long enough to take a shower (we put a stool in shower so I could sit) to walking, running, exercising and finally enjoying life! I had my surgery Feb 2020, right before Covid shut everything down and I was up and walking THE NEXT DAY!!! Granted I was on morphine and a little woozy, I just couldn't wait to try. I was blown away that I could walk again!! Friends/family couldn't believe it. They were so happy for me. I was supposed to have physical therapy for a couple of months, 3 times a week, but it was very clear to me and the therapists that I didn't need it. I was able to do all the assigned exercises without stumble and walk out and continue at home with my own exercises, yoga, and zumba. I feel AMAZING & FANTASTIC. Dr. McNulty saved my life. I was not living before my surgery, just existing. Thank you Dr. McNulty!! His staff is amazing, too. Thank you to all of Team McNulty!!

Marilyn H.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 02/20/21

Dr. McNulty gets it!!! From his excellent treatment, curiosity, investigative mind and ability to connect, you know exactly where you stand immediately and what next steps look like. I can honestly say I feel better after having surgery 2 days ago than I did when I walked into the hospital. If you’re looking for a surgeon that knows what he’s doing, communicates directly and is passionate about his work, Dr. McNulty is your man!

Oscar V.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 01/18/21

Such a good doctor. He did my surgery last week and all i can say. He save my life. I always will be appreciated. Thanks doctor !!

Dario R.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 12/03/20

I left a short review about a year ago. This review needs to be written now. Dr. McNulty performed an 11 hour long operation on me 2 years and nine months ago. He fused the L3-S1 vertebra which is FIVE vertebra. It looks like a ladder with screws coming in from each side. I was 62 years old at the time. I had already had three previous back operations. In 2003 I foolishly thought I could build a masonry wall. The bricks were 60 plus pounds each. I actually heard my spine collapse when I was lifting a block six feet in the air. Emergency surgery and was told to take it easy. Not me, went right back to the concrete wall. Blew the back out right away - second operation. Fast forward to 2015. Due to disk degenerative disease the vertebra above the previously fused ones collapsed. Surgery number three. Flash forward to Nov. 2017 was in a very serious auto accident which totaled my truck resulting in intense pain and legs giving out beneath me. It was at this point that I was seen by Dr. McNulty. He looked at my X-Ray and said "OH, I know just what I am going to do". No chit chat, just "I know just what I am going to do". Three months later after jumping through the insurance hoops he performed an eleven hour operation on me. I'll just give it to you, the reader, straight. I am now 65 years old. Since the surgery NO pain, NO meds. WHATSOEVER. I can bend over and touch my toes. I can and do ride my bike, swim and canoe every chance I get and for long distances. I can stand up from the floor with one leg at a time. I can walk the distance. I absolutely revel in life. Dr. McNulty you don't know about my life. I have bipolar disorder which from a young age gave me incredible gifts and debilitating weaknesses. I showed incredible promise in my field of architecture but was denied success in it because I wasn't equipped with even the most basic skills to get by in this world. Thank God I met a woman when I was 40 who saw me for who I was and loved me and encouraged me and supported me. But life came to take that away from me as the bipolar had. You can't have happiness when your back is disintegrating. Simple as that. Even with the first three operations the success was limited and certainty wasn't going to be long-lived. I am now 65 and the way I am looking at it there is a good chance I might make it to 80, maybe 85. That's twenty more Christmases with my loved ones. Twenty more years to travel and camp and hike and fish. Twenty more years to finally become the artist I was born to be, and none of that would ever be possible without a decent back and a life without pain. I would love to meet you Samantha B. I think we would both cry together. Thank you Doctor Patrick McNulty.

Samantha B.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 04/23/20

I was operated on nov 5 of 2010 by Dr McNulty. It’s been so long and I’ve felt so great I haven’t reached out to give my thanks. I just want him to know that he saved my life. He genuinely cared about me and my recovery. Honestly I think the only reason I’m not addicted to opiates is because of Dr. McNulty having a short but very serious conversation with me. The look behind his eyes while explaining to me how serious giving a young person oxy’s can be. That look he had stuck with me. I didn’t grow up with parents that knew how to healthily love and if I would’ve I could imagine that the talk Dr. McNulty had with me would be similar. I never went to high school or furthered my education. Since I no longer live under the constraints of pain, I have a wonderful career as a CMM programmer and running the Quality Dept for an aerospace and automotive manufacturing company. I’m also able to do my favorite thing in the whole world, run. I truly cannot express my gratitude. I pray and give thanks everyday and have even shed tears because I feel so blessed. I hope Dr. McNulty will get to see this. Thank you so much for choosing to be the person you are. May God bless and watch over you closely

Patrick P.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 03/17/20

I've suffered from low back pain for a number of years. It was so bad that I couldn't walk much more than 100 feet without having to stop to ease the pain. I've long said that people who never had this kind of back pain can't appreciate just how debilitating it can be. After exhausting all the "pain-management" and physical therapy options, with zero success, Dr. McNulty and his wonderful staff have made me whole, again. Dr. McNulty was very straight-forward about what needed to be done and how he was going to do it. From the very first consultation I knew I was in the right hands. 7 days after surgery I got on my treadmill and walked for 15 minutes non-stop and with absolutely NO PAIN! I was so happy that I literally cried tears of joy! While I still have a long way to go before I can claim I'm fully recovered from surgery, each day is a step forward and I can only say THANK YOU to Dr. McNulty and his amazing staff for bringing me to this point in my life. I highly recommend the good doctor to anyone who is suffering from back pain. Don't wait a moment longer - see Dr. McNulty now!

P D.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 01/23/20

Dr Patrick McNulty is one of the best Orthopedic surgeon in Las Vegas. He will forever be my Orthopedic surgeon when needed. He is very knowledgeable and is a straight shooter. No beating around the bush and I like that about him. I really love the fact that he took time with me and my concerns. I highly recommend Dr. McNulty because he is simply the BEST!!

Dario R.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 01/23/20

Based on my experience with Dr. McNulty I would 100% recommend him to anyone considering back surgery.

Raphael F.

5/5 Star Rating

Submitted 01/23/20

Dr. McNulty is an excellent doctor. He explained everything in detail, showed us my father’s MRI and explained what needed to be done. He is a straight forward no nonsense doctor, which I greatly appreciate. Dr. McNulty also has the most helpful, professional and caring supporting staff that I and my father have ever encountered. If you want a watchdog doctor that puts you or your family member’s needs first, this is your doctor!! I can not thank him and his support staff enough!