Chester Donnally III, MD

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Chester Donnally III, MD

As a third generation Texan, Dr. Donnally is compassionate to the needs of his community and the patients he serves in his native city of Dallas. He prides himself on performing the least invasive amount of surgery to alleviate a patient’s spinal pathology while concurrently accelerating their post-operative rehabilitation. Additionally, he stresses surgical techniques that minimize post-operative pain and medication use. While Dr. Donnally is passionate about minimally invasive surgery he is also committed to complex corrective procedures for adult spinal deformities. Early in his career Dr. Donnally placed an emphasis on medical research. His contribution of more than 70 peer reviewed publications and a dozen book chapters has allowed him to be invited to many speaking engagements across the country to present his findings. He is dedicated to advancing the spinal community’s knowledge base through research and education. He continues to work with various scientific and product teams to identify modern techniques that will better diagnosis spinal conditions and manage these pathologies. A true local, Dr. Donnally graduated from Highland Park High School in Dallas and then earned Magna Cum Laude honors while at Southern Methodist University. While attending medical school at Texas Tech Health Science Center he graduated top of his class with a Distinction in Research. Dr. Donnally completed his Orthopedic Surgery training at University of Miami Hospital/Jackson Memorial Hospital. He continued his Spine Surgery training as a fellow at the world-renowned Rothman Institute in Philadelphia. He is a member of the Phi Beta Kappa and Alpha Omega Alpha honor societies. Additionally he earned the distinction of Eagle Scout with local Dallas Troop 82.

11/27/2025

Technology connects the entire country📡🛰️🇺🇸
More and more patients are asking for virtual spine consultations, and honestly… it works extremely well for the right situations. I can review imaging, walk you through what’s actually causing your symptoms, and help you understand your options — all from home.

A good virtual visit doesn’t replace a physical exam forever, but it can save time, reduce anxiety, and give people clarity early in the process. If you’re dealing with back issues due to nerve pain, stenosis, or a slipped disc, you don’t always need to wait weeks just to get basic answers. Due to demand- these are reserved for surgical options, I’d defer to your local non-op specialists for non-op remedies.

Drop any questions in the comments — happy to help break things down in simple terms.

11/18/2025

𝘾𝙖𝙣 𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙞𝙘 𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙝 ‘𝙛𝙞𝙭’ 𝙮𝙤𝙪?? Ultrasonic tools here in are one of the most interesting shifts happening in spine surgery right now. They let me work with incredible precision while protecting the soft tissue and nerves around the problem area — which can mean less pain and a smoother recovery for patients dealing with stenosis or nerve compression.

Boooo- no I don’t have any financial ties to this video. I just like sharing the cool advances that make surgery safer, more efficient, and more effective for the people who need it.

If you’ve been told you have a pinched nerve, spinal stenosis, or are considering surgery, drop a question in the comments — I’m happy to explain anything in simple terms!! 📝✍️

11/16/2025

🤳 Pray for my amazing 🤩 office staff for having to put up with me!🤷‍♂️😂

11/06/2025

Why treat Spondylolisthesis? 🤷‍♂️
Because when a vertebra slips out of place, it can pinch nerves, cause pain, stiffness, and stop you from doing what you love. I’ll walk you through what really happens, when it matters, and how we fix it.
I have no financial ties in this video — I’m just sharing what matters to my patients and to me.

11/03/2025

Ultrasonic tools are changing how we do spine surgery — and they’re here TODAY! ✅

These devices let me work with incredible precision, removing bone or tissue while protecting the nerves and soft tissue around them. That means smaller incisions, less blood loss, and faster recovery for my patients dealing with spinal stenosis or pinched nerves.

Sadly, no financial ties to this video (🥲) — I just think it’s an amazing example of how innovation is making spine surgery safer and more efficient.

I love seeing where this field is headed and sharing what’s new in spine care. 💡

10/28/2025

MIS Fusion at L4-L5!?🏆Through a dime-sized incision!? 🥰
This isn’t your grandfather’s open fusion. We’re talking smaller incisions, less muscle damage, and faster healing.
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Sadly no financial ties

10/27/2025

Discover the two most common surgeries we perform on the neck: both have a decompression (relieving pressure on nerves); this it is a matter of fusion or motion-preserving replacement (both need to be stabilizing the spine). 🎯
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As a spine surgeon I walk you through each, why it’s done, and what to expect.

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10/21/2025

Lumbar Disc Replacement (LDR) 💡
This procedure preserves motion instead of locking the spine with fusion- it’s definitely not for most patients, but is a unique option for SOME!
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At Texas Spine Consultants, Dr. AJ Rush III is specifically trained in lumbar arthroplasty, and he’s the one of our surgeon’s we trust with these complex disc replacement patients.

10/19/2025

How do 𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘄𝘀 actually work in spine surgery? 🦴
They stabilize the spine while it heals — allowing patients to get back to life, fixing the FOUNDATION issue in the spine. Most don’t need fusions- common indications are instability, severe disc collapse, infection, trauma, scoliosis. The rods hold the spine stable while the bone fuses and heals!
www.spondyTreatment.com

10/15/2025

🤷‍♂️Fighter pilot technology… in the operating room?! 🛩️
Today I showcase how advanced navigation and targeting systems — originally designed for war — are now revolutionizing spine surgery precision and safety.

When tech meets medicine, patients win. 🇺🇸

*sadly, no financial ties with 😭

10/12/2025

Globus robotic technology is taking spine surgery to the next level.
At SMISS 2025 in Las Vegas, I continue to highlight how robotic guidance is improving precision, reducing operative time, and transforming outcomes my spine patients.

The future of minimally invasive spine surgery is here. 🤖🏥

By the way, I have zero financial ties with Globus 😤😭

10/09/2025

www.SpondyTreatment.com 🌎In Part 3 of this spondylolisthesis series, Dr. Chester J. Donnally III breaks down the latest research and outcomes behind treating spondylolisthesis — one of the most common and misunderstood spine conditions. Learn what new studies show about surgical vs. nonsurgical care, how patient outcomes have improved, and why modern technology continues to change the game.

If you haven’t already, check out Parts 1 & 2 of this series to understand what spondylolisthesis is and how it’s treated.

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17051 Dallas Pkwy #400
Addison, TX
75001

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+12143703535

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https://www.donnallyspine.com/contact-us-spine-surgeon-dallas-tx.html

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