Paul M Arnold, MD
Neurological Surgery
Provider Groups
Loyola Medicine Physician
Loyola Physician Partners
Primary Contact
888-584-7888
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups
Loyola Medicine Physician
Loyola Physician Partners
Primary Contact
888-584-7888Services & Specialties
Areas of Specialization
- Neurological Surgery
Locations & Contact
Primary Location
Loyola University Medical Center
2160 S First Ave
Maywood, IL 60153
About
Dr. Paul M. Arnold is a highly experienced neurosurgeon at Loyola Medicine who specializes in caring for patients with disorders of the brain, spine, and nervous system. From delicate brain tumor surgeries to advanced spinal reconstructions, Dr. Arnold is known for combining surgical skill with a compassionate, patient-first approach.
Patients see Dr. Arnold for conditions such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, degenerative spine disease, scoliosis, traumatic brain injury, and brain or spinal tumors. He performs both traditional open surgeries and the latest minimally invasive techniques, which often mean smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery.
As a professor of neurological surgery, Dr. Arnold is committed to advancing the field and teaching the next generation of neurosurgeons. He has authored numerous research publications and has been recognized nationally for his contributions to spine surgery and neurosurgical innovation.
Patients appreciate Dr. Arnold’s approachable manner. He takes time to explain each diagnosis, outlines treatment options, and answers questions in plain language so families feel supported and informed. His team at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood works closely with neurologists, pain management specialists, and rehabilitation experts to create comprehensive, personalized treatment plans.
If you’re experiencing chronic back or neck pain, have been diagnosed with a brain or spinal tumor, or need a second opinion on surgery, Dr. Arnold offers the advanced expertise you can trust close to home.
Academic Title
Professor
Additional Resources
Education & Certifications
Education
Education:
University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine
(1984)
Internship:
University of Illinois at Chicago
(1985)
Residency:
University of Illinois at Chicago
(1992)
Fellowship:
Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Inc
(1993)
Fellowship:
Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Inc
(1993)
Fellowship:
Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals
(1993)
Board Certifications
American Board of Neurological Surgery (1997)
Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery, American Board of (1997)
Provider Groups
Loyola Medicine Physician
Loyola Physician Partners
Publications
- Socioeconomic correlates of decompressive craniectomy outcomes for pediatric traumatic brain injury: a meta-epidemiological study. Ramirez, C.; Iyer, A.; Hoglund, B.; Naik, A.; Barrie, U.; Onwujiogu, Q.; Rabiel, H.; Garcia, C. S.; Guillaume, D.; Arnold, P. M.; Journal of clinical neuroscience : official journal of the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia
- AO Spine Clinical Practice Recommendations for the Surgical Management of Acute Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury: Contemporary Concepts. Hubertus, V.; Badhiwala, J. H.; Hejrati, N.; Nouri, A.; Ter Wengel, P. V.; Farahbakhsh, F.; Hofstetter, C.; Neal, C. J.; Ganau, M.; Agarwal, N.; Arnold, P.; Koljonen, P.; Harrop, J.; Aarabi, B.; Guest, J.; Rodrigues, R.; Fehlings, M. G.; Evaniew, N.; Margetis, K.; Guha, D.; Grassner, L.; Kwon, B. K.; Fisher, C. G.; Kurpad, S.; On Behalf Of The Ao Spine Knowledge Forum Spinal Cord Injury; Global spine journal
- Where are all the neurosurgery robots? Prasad, D.; Weiss, B. E.; Snyder, L. A.; Arnold, P. M.; Rosenow, J. M.; Journal of robotic surgery
- Adverse Impact of Obesity on Lumbar Spine Fusion, Patient-reported Outcomes and Costs: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. O'Toole, J. E.; Sasso, R. C.; Harrop, J. S.; Mariscal, G.; Chaput, C. D.; Arnold, P. M.; Witiw, C. D.; Jacobs, W. B.; Steinmetz, M. P.; Spine
- Adverse Impact of Diabetes on Spine Fusion and Patient-Reported Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Steinmetz, M. P.; O'Toole, J. E.; Harrop, J. S.; Mariscal, G.; Chaput, C. D.; Arnold, P. M.; Jacobs, W. B.; Witiw, C. D.; Sasso, R. C.; Spine
- Sport-Related Concussions in High School Athletes: A Comprehensive Update. Shaffer, A.; Kemprecos, H. J.; Woolridge, M. G.; Soulakis, N. D.; Arnold, P. M.; Current neurology and neuroscience reports
- Characteristics of reported industry payments to neurosurgeons from 2019 to 2022: The impact of COVID-19. Elsamadicy, A. A.; Cross, J.; Reeves, B. C.; Shaffer, A.; McGuire, L. S.; Welch, W. C.; Arnold, P. M.; Rosenow, J. M.; AANS/CNS Drugs Device Committee; Journal of clinical neuroscience : official journal of the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia
- The economic burden of diabetes in spinal fusion surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Mariscal, G.; Sasso, R. C.; O'Toole, J. E.; Chaput, C. D.; Steinmetz, M. P.; Arnold, P. M.; Witiw, C. D.; Jacobs, W. B.; Harrop, J. S.; European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society
- Injury Characteristics and Risk Factors of Sport-Related Concussion Among High School Athletes in School-Sponsored Sports. Shaffer, A.; Kemprecos, H.; Moran, Z.; Anderson, A. T.; Tarr, A.; Flannell, J.; Huesmann, G.; Wszalek, T. M.; Zimmerman, J.; Arnold, P. M.; Neurosurgery
- Increased Change in Cervical Lordosis Is Associated With Decreased Rate of Recovery in Patients With C5 Palsy. Frazzetta, J. N.; Pecoraro, N.; Jusue-Torres, I.; Arnold, P. M.; Hofler, R.; Jones, G. A.; Nockels, R.; Clinical spine surgery