William H. McAllister IV, MD

Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.8
Based on 342 ratings
William H. McAllister IV, MD

About William H. McAllister IV, MD

Dr. McAllister is a board certified neurosurgeon on the Virginia Peninsula who specializes in brain and spine surgery. He has a particular interest in the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia, brain tumors and robotic spine surgery. He is the co-medical director of the Radiosurgery Center at Riverside and helps perform many treatments on the Gamma Knife.

He values honesty and has a straightforward approach to neurosurgical practice.

Dr. McAllister proudly earned his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of North Carolina. He then completed residency training in Neurosurgery at Loyola University Medical Center and Cook County Hospital in Chicago. He received training in surgical treatment of spinal deformities at Rush St. Luke's Presbyterian Hospital in Chicago. He also completed training in neurology at the University of California, San Francisco. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery since 2001.

Dr. McAllister was born in Norfolk and considers Tidewater his home. Outside of his neurosurgical practice he enjoys cycling, hiking, reading and being with his wife and two sons.

Education

Medical: University Of North Carolina School Of Medicine
Residency: Loyola University Chicago
Internship: Loyola University Chicago

Board Certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery

Locations

Riverside Hampton Roads Neurosurgical and Spine Specialists Newport News

12200 Warwick Boulevard, 410, Newport News, VA 23601

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Riverside Hampton Roads Neurosurgical and Spine Specialists Smithfield

19375 Benns Grant Boulevard, Smithfield, VA 23430

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Ratings & Reviews

Riverside Health is committed to exceptional quality, safety and service. All ratings and comments are obtained from patient survey data collected and verified by Press Ganey, an independent organization focused on improving patient experience. Star ratings are displayed for those physicians who participate in Riverside’s patient experience survey program through Press Ganey and have received a minimum of 30 surveys responses.

Overall Satisfaction
4.8
Based on 342 ratings
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March 27, 2026
Doctor McAllister is outstanding!
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March 26, 2026
Dr McAllister was very open about his concern of surgery for certain possible complications
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March 26, 2026
Good
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March 26, 2026
It was a nonchalant attitude. There was no updated scans, my concerns was a waste of his time.[...]
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March 21, 2026
I have known for a long time how great Dr. McAllister is, he is very compassionate also
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March 15, 2026
I have confidence and faith in Dr. Macalister. He is patient, answers all of my questions and concerns and visually shows me what is going on. I am comfortable asking him any question without being made to feel I'm bothering him.
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March 15, 2026
Dr.McAllister and his team are the very best!
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March 13, 2026
Doctor was very informative and knowledgeable of my condition. AWESOME DOCTOR!
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March 13, 2026
Explain every thing and concern about problem
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March 12, 2026
Great experience, all questions answered completely
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March 10, 2026
Dr McAllister is most impressive, he is professional and tentative ; he listens with intent, and I like that. I believe he has gifted hands. He gets my highest Praise when I talk about my procedure to others.
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March 09, 2026
Very attentive. I trust him - that's a new concept for me.
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March 06, 2026
I felt a friendly connection and totally trusted Dr McAllister.
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March 06, 2026
I love the service and care they provide.
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February 27, 2026
Great
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February 20, 2026
Good
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February 06, 2026
Dr. McAllister and his nurse practitioner were excellent.
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January 30, 2026
Good
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January 24, 2026
Great visit
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January 23, 2026
Very good visit [...]
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