C. Norman Shealy
Neurosurgeon
2840 E Chestnut Expressway B and C F]Springfield Mi, 65802About
C. Norman Shealy, MD, PhD, is a neurosurgeon at the International Institute of Holistic Medicine in Fair Grove, Missouri with over 60 years of experience specializing in neurosurgery and pain management. Dr. Shealy earned his MD and PhD at Duke University and additionally holds a Doctor of Science in Ryodoraku Acupuncture. He has over 350 publications, books, articles, and chapters to his name and is a professional member of the American Medical Association, Greene County Medical Society, and the Academy of Comprehensive Integrative Medicine. In addition to assisting patients, Dr. Shealy also teaches as a Professor at Holos University.
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Education and Training
MD and Phd at Duke University
Doctor of Science in Ryodoraku Acupuncture
Board Certification
American Board of Neurological Surgery
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C. Norman Shealy's Expert Contributions
Health, Happiness and Longevity
The key to health, happiness and even the length of life is conscientiousness, which is an organized responsible approach to life itself. This includes:...
Can you cure brain aneurysms?
Cure only with clipping READ MORE
Can you recover from a stroke at home?
Yes!!! READ MORE
How long will it take my brother to recover from brain surgery?
Depends on where the tumor was located. Can take up to 3 months or more. C. Norman Shealy, M.D., Ph.D. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Professor, Holos University -
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Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Missouri State University
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, Greene County Medical Society, Academy of Comprehensive Integrative Medicine
Articles and Publications
- 350+ Publications, Books, Articles and Chapters
What do you attribute your success to?
- Intuition and imagination
Hobbies / Sports
- Gardening
Favorite professional publications
- Pain Management Journal
Areas of research
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