Chadwick McKinley Hales Emory Faculty
Chadwick McKinley Hales Emory Faculty

Chadwick McKinley Hales, MD

Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry, Neurology, Memory and Cognitive Disorders Neurology

4.9 - 303 Ratings

Emory Brain Health Center

12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30329
Telehealth Visits Available
Existing Patient Scheduling Book Online (404) 778-3444

About

Dr. Hales provides evaluation and treatment services for all types of neurodegenerative disorders that result in cognitive impairment. He has an active research program that is interested in understanding why brain cells become sick in the different neurodegenerative disorders. He is also involved in clinical trials.

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

  • Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
  • Emory Healthcare Network
  • Emory Physician Group Practice

Academic Title

  • Associate Professor

Academic Profile

Year Started Practicing

  • 2011

Locations

Emory Brain Health Center

12 Executive Park Drive Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30329

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 overall rating 303 ratings

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.

4.9 Provider showed concern
4.9 Provider explained things clearly
4.9 Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 Provider included you in decisions
4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-20

Dr Hale was most knowledgeable and exuded confidence. He was both personable and clinical at the same time

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-14

My first-time visit with Dr.Hales and his associate! Both were utmost professionals! I was made to feel very comfortable about my first visit and the upcoming process!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-09

Dr. Hales did not seemed rushed. He listened thoughtfully to all of our questions and concerns and gave thorough answers. He was never dismissive or impatient.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-09

Dr Hales answered all my questions and thoroughly explained my treatments moving forward. I am fortunate to be his patient.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-04

Very thankful for the great service and support.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-01

It was my first visit with Dr. Hales. A few days before my video call with him, he had left some of his lectures on my treatment, along with some literature to read. With this action, he had me completely ready for the video call. He was exceptionally pleasant, knowledgeable, and friendly. He was very thorough and was well prepared for the video call. He did not rush me at all to end the call. He answered every question I had. Dr. Hales, Dr. Nichols, and Dr. Rafai are all my doctors at Emory. They all make a difference, and they are the ones I trust most, and I would never go to another healthcare provider as long as I am under their care..

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-25

Completely satisfied

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-06

Great doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-25

Dr. Hales was wonderful and answered all of my questions. He was clear And was wonderful at explaining my options

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-18

Dr. Hale and NP Erin we're awesome, credible, knowledgeable, great listeners, and great at explaining their assessment and plan

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-11

All the information I was given was very clear and the information was presented in several ways. All questions were answered in a calm non-rushed way. I appreciate that Dr. Hales answered a question via "My Chart" at about 7 pm - only a couple hours after the question was asked.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-29

He took his time to explain findings and MRI results and was very detailed and thorough.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-22

This was a dreaded process but ended up to be informative and reassuring.Grest job!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-15

Dr Hales is very caring and provides helpful solutions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-07

Loved the visit with Dr. Hales. He was very professional, informative, personable, and we really felt comfortable and really liked him. So thankful we have him to help us through this journey.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-07

Dr. Hales truly shows he cares about his patients.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-29

Daughter-in-law and son came to the last meeting. My son and daughter asked a lot of questions. The Doctor answered all of the questions. - Great Doc

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-25

I was nervous, but I am more confident about my future after the consultation.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-24

Hales was great. Very helpful info

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-17

Dr. Hales seemed to truly care and want to provide support and info to assist family in making family member's life better and safer.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-10

One of the best experiences with a doctor I've ever had. Spent a lot of time with me!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-10

Excellent visit with Dr. Hales. He provided good information, answered questions completely, and made sure that I understood what he was saying. He asked if I had questions, and discussed important points.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-06

I am one of the lucky ones to have Dr Hales in my court!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-29

Dr. Hales was delayed in getting to me, but once he did he gave me all the time I needed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-19

Excellent experience!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-14

Good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-04

The provider was compassionate, informative and attentive.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-29

See prior comment- the doctor and staff have been truly excellent.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-22

Dr Hales was very courteous and informative

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-15

Spent time listening and provided a lot of information that was very helpful. I appreciated his time and help. Couldn't be any better.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-01

Dr Hales was very communicable and respectful. The was very thorough and responsive in following up.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-29

I felt that Dr. Hales showed true concern about my health issue. He was professional and affable. I felt very comfortable talking about my concerns regarding possible cognitive issues.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-17

All excellent!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-10

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-10

The team was excellent, They created a positive and positive environment!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-04

Dr. Hales took a lot of time listening to my concerns and thoughtfully explaining what to do next.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-29

Dr.Doctor Hales was terrific! Very thorough and logical with his examination. Kept us informed as new information was sorted into the data.The doctor was quick and insightful when we had a question and also gave us a peek at what to expect moving forward. Couldn't be more pleased with him as a Doctor but more so as a person.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-27

My husband's condition has no treatment... So the next steps are to see a social worker and come back in a year. I am my husband's caregiver.. And I was having trouble processing the diagnosis. I was surprised to get a diagnosis and then told to come back in a year. It hit hard...but I am not sure exactly what he could have done differently. If there is no treatment, all you can do is track the disease. So I don't want to take anything way from how we were treated... It just that I had hoped there was something more to be done for my husband... We haven't seen the social worker yet.. So hopefully we will get a plan of some sort together

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-13

Very thorough and caring

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-23

I felt like Dr. Hale's listened and understood all my questions. He addressed them very completely. I learned more about my condition, current options and research.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-18

Dr Hales is one of the finest people that I have ever met. He knew that I was concerned and nervous at my visit but he took the EXTRA time to listen to my concerns. I am glad that he is my doctor as we move forward.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-17

Dr. Hale did a fantastic job with my lumbar procedure! He explained every step of the procedure as it occurred and performed the procedure perfectly as I felt NO pain and my anxiety quickly evaporated as the procedure progressed! Respectful, polite & professional! Extremely skilled as a Physician!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-10

This were a very positive good meeting.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-10

Dr. Hales was excellent in every respect.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-21

It was as good as possible. Everyone was attentive & knowledgeable

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-21

He was easy to understand and he was patient .

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-17

I am very fortunate to have Dr. Hales as my physician. He is not only an expert In his field but is also an attentive and caring individual.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-16

Dr. Hales took time with us and listened to our concerns. He answered all of our questions and proposed a plan that was acceptable.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-16

I was very pleased with the care I received from Dr. Hales. He was thorough, kind, very good at explaining things that I could understand, and he did not appear rushed at all. I would highly recommend him.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-14

Doctor Hales was excellent in communicating. The problems and possibilities and very patient working with our questions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-10

Always an comfortable effortless experience.We are always given thorough information, options, etc for my care

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-30

Would Highly recommend Emory, Dr.Hales and Staff.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-23

Dr. Hales is excellent, we are so grateful for his guidance. He's professional, friendly, and caring.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-02

Dr. Hales is a very good physician showing excellent communication and thorough examination skills,

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-02

Provider was 25 minutes late to the appointment.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-30

Excellent experience. Team was very helpfull, ready, pleasant and professional. Reassured me!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-19

My virtual video appointment was great experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-05

It was our first appointment. Once we got contacted the doctor was very engaging. We look forward to the next one.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-21

Very comfortable MD McKinley

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-14

Excellent all around.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-12

Dr Hales has proven to be an outstanding partner in addressing my medical challenges

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-12

First time visit. Very intelligent, dedicated, easy going. Patient and a good listener. Took I terest a d showm the MRI pictures and made the tentative diagmosis very Cofidenetlly. We got the answers we have been asking all the doctors for my deterioration of my memory and vision. We are very grateful. Dr. Hales has our best regards!Emory is very licky to have such a brilliant and politr doctor on its faculty!He is an asset to Emory!We wish him the best!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-06

Very knowledgeable, explained issues,concerns and treatment in details I understood. Took his time wasn't rushed. Answered all questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-30

I was very pleased with Dr Hales.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-25

Dr. Hales and his assistants were very helpful and informative. Particularly, Dr. Hales provided the patient excellent care and professionalism. His knowledge of the area of concern of the patient and his expertise in this area was phenominal.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-19

Dr. Hale was excellent. He was easy to speak with and explained future plans for my health. I found him positive, kind and extremely knowledgeable.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-17

Very well informed. I was impressed with the doctor's ability to relate how different psychological experiences can change other experiences and change the nature of the brain and persons and the behavior of individuals.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-08

Dr.Hales listens to our concerns and provides thoughtful, concise responses.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-01

Happy to answer questions and explain things I did not understand.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-17

Dr. Hales was very good.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-04

Dr. Hales was very professional and took great care with lumbar puncture procedure

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-21

Dr. Hales is excellent. Professional, friendly, very thorough.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-21

Dr Hales is wonderful and very knowledgeable

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-17

I would highly recommend Dr. Hales but it's doubtful others would be willing to wait a year for an appointment.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-06

Absolutely effective and professional and kind.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-30

Great listener . Very Helpful

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-22

I mentioned Dr. Hales to others my age who have frustrating need for manager help. Dr, Hales is very helpful regarding my situation for the day or week or month. I understand what he explains and if I didn't I would ask to explain more.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-18

As noted earlier Dr. Hales is exceptional in all respects.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-10

Ever felt rushed; provided good, clear explanations and I never felt that any questions were being dismissed

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-02

Dr. Is excellent.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-26

We felt heard and seen by Dr Hales

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-25

First time with Dr. Hales. We had a good talk, he spent all the time I needed and he did not act like he was in a hurry to get to the next patient.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-18

Dr. Hales was friendly and professional and spent a good bit of time with us and did not appear to be in a hurry. He explained our options and answered all of our questions. He did a good neuro exam, as well. He explained that the portal can be used for communications and went over what we can expect next. We felt good about our visit with him!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-04

Hales was excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-07

Dr Hales. Made me feel like he really cared about me. I was so impressed with his care

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-01

Dr Hales was very thorough from start to finish with my wife and me. His questions were clear and his responses as well!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-25

Dr. Hales asked questions that the other neurologist never asked. He performed a multitude of tests for his cognitive and physical ability. He reviewed his current medications and made changes to see how my husband will react. I was very impressed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-16

Provider listened well and was responsive to my request to have testing done sooner than later.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-10

Exceptional

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-26

Explained everything that put me at ease, very caring Doctor

Credentials

Education

  • Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine, Cognitive Neurology, 2011
  • Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Neurology, 2009
  • Internship: Emory University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2006
  • Medical Education: Medical College of Georgia, MD, 2005

Board Certifications

  • Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2009

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Neurology
    American Neurological Association