Kathryn J McCarthy Mullooly , MD
Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery
Accepting New Patients
4.9 of 5 stars
168 Ratings, 51 Reviews
Leatherman Spine Fellowship Program
Fellowship, Spinal Surgery, 2012
Northwestern University
Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2011
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Medical Education, Doctor of Medicine, 2006
4.90 out of 5 4.9 of 5 stars — 168 Ratings, 51 Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Reviewed on 06/09/2026
Too far from home, otherwise good experience.
She is the best doctor I know and her pa/np reminds me alot of her. They were both perfect.
Reviewed on 05/28/2026
GOOD
Reviewed on 05/22/2026
Would recommend my dr to everyone
Reviewed on 05/04/2026
Dr. McCarthy is wonderful; she listens and demonstrates compassion and caring.
Reviewed on 04/25/2026
Very thorough, took the time to explain what was going on with my issue.
Reviewed on 04/22/2026
Thank you for your concerns and your help. Also thank you for believing and trusting me.
Reviewed on 04/17/2026
Dr. McCarthy spent time going over the results of my MRI, showing me the issues and discussing her plan for my care.
Reviewed on 03/31/2026
We love Dr Mc Carthy and her team! She's an incredible surgeon and an even better person!!! Highly recommend!
I was very nervous and scared , but she explained the best things that they would do for me and i'm still scared but i'm at ease
Reviewed on 03/30/2026
We think highly of Dr. McCarthy!
Reviewed on 03/19/2026
Dr McCarthy is great
Reviewed on 03/16/2026
Dr. McCarthy was the most professional, and considerate surgeon that I have ever encountered during my lifetime of spine issues. She gave me hope! I will recommend.
Reviewed on 03/07/2026
Really appreciated Dr. McCarthy and the time she gave me.
Reviewed on 02/07/2026
Dr McCarthy is the best!
Reviewed on 02/04/2026
Dr McCarthy is the best
Reviewed on 01/30/2026
She is a fantastic doctor.
Reviewed on 01/22/2026
Dr McCarthy and staff was exceptional with my care and any questions I had. They listened to my questions and acknowledge any concerns I had since my surgery with range of motion. They took the time to explain answers and go over their recommendations for future treatment and healing. I am grateful I chose Dr McCarthy and staff for my care.
Reviewed on 01/21/2026
Dr McCarthy is the BEST
Reviewed on 01/13/2026
She is a very good dr
Reviewed on 01/09/2026
She seems to really care about my medical problems and tries to find the best solution possible.
Reviewed on 01/07/2026
Excellent Dr. Spends time with her patients going over. Important details. Good teaching skills. Personable. Very aware of my history and issues. Would recommend highly.
Reviewed on 01/03/2026
I think Dr. McCarthy is the best!
Dr. Mccarthy is the most thorough Dr. I have ever seen. Always positive and concerned about my health. I wish all Dr's put as much effort in healing their patients. Dr. Mccarthy is truly the best Dr I have ever dealt with.
Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Love her!
Reviewed on 12/17/2025
Open, honest, congenial, and knowledgeable
Reviewed on 12/13/2025
Dr McCarthy restored my mobility and physical comfort level. She will forever hold a special place in my life as an exceptional surgeon, provider and personal hero
Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. McCarthy went out of her way calling other doctors for information of how to help me. She is a very positive doctor, intelligent and very very caring person
Reviewed on 11/28/2025
I truly felt heard and cared for in all ways. Not only did she listen to my questions and concerns, I left my appointment fully trusting Dr. McCarthy had my best interests at heart. Physically and mentally.
Reviewed on 11/27/2025
Pleased with Dr. McCarthy's friendliness and professional demeanor.
Reviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr spent time at every app to hear my concerns and talk thru them with me. Was able to help me get an answer for my pain& help solve my medical need.
Reviewed on 11/19/2025
Dr McCarthy is an excellent doctor and a kind and compassionate person. I feel blessed to have her as my doctor.
Reviewed on 11/10/2025
En mi opinion la doctora es una excelente profesional ,muy preocupada por sus pacientes,muy amable, siempre dispuesta a escuchar y darle solucion a cada problema, estoy muy feliz de ser su paciente y muy agradecido porque ella me devolvio la sonrisa despues de la operacion. Gracias doctora!!!
Reviewed on 11/08/2025
Dr. McCarthy and staff were very friendly and easy to talk to.
Reviewed on 11/05/2025
Very carrying and understanding. She provided me with a clear understanding of my problems going on and told me all my options. I would rate her at the top of doctors who I would choose for my spine.
Reviewed on 10/30/2025
The whole experience was wonderful. Felt heard and trusted them.
Dr. McCarthy is a rare find these days. She listened, went over my tests and as a team came up with a plan. She is a very smart doctor.
Reviewed on 10/28/2025
She didn't sugarcoat the information. She was straight to the point. She gave me all the options. Extremely helpful!
Excellent communication with high levels of compassion and expertise.
Reviewed on 10/21/2025
Dr. McCarthy is the best care provider I have ever had. If she ever leaves Norton and relocates within the US, I will travel to wherever she is if I need another surgery. That is how much I love and trust her!
Dr McCarthy is wonderful! Very happy to have her helping me through a very difficult situation.
Reviewed on 10/05/2025
She's honest, so careing and concerned about my overall health condition physcially and mentally. She listens to me and gives me her fulll attention and makes sure I get my questions answered while keeping our visit relaxed and upbeat. I love how she keeps me involved and part of the decision making as she laying our pros and cons and together we made a plan. I am so lucky to be under her care...
Reviewed on 09/30/2025
I feel very comfortable with her and trust what she tells me. And how she explains everything.
Reviewed on 09/29/2025
Dr. McCarthy was knowledgeable, respectful, and informative. I highly recommend her to anyone needing a spine surgeon.
Reviewed on 09/27/2025
I do not mind waiting for Dr. McCarthy. She always sits down and takes time with me. She answers all my questions . I would rather have that , than someone who rushes in and rushes out , trying to stay on time.
Reviewed on 09/18/2025
She was extremely professional, knowledgeable, attentive, & patient oriented. I was very impressed with Dr. McCarthy!
Reviewed on 09/12/2025
Dr McCarthy had very good news for me and I really appreciate the knowledge she has.
Reviewed on 08/31/2025
Reviewed on 08/27/2025
I really would like to Thank Mrs.McCharthyShe did a helluva job on my lower back fusion Surgery
Reviewed on 08/20/2025
Very friendly, knew what she was talking about, answered all of my questions ,
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