Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
About Matthew McCay
Biography
Dr. McCay graduated from The University of Alabama with a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering in 2016. He received his M.D. with clinical honors from The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine in 2020 and completed a residency in neurology at The University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2024. During his final year, he served as chief resident. He now practices general neurology at UAB, the Birmingham VA Medical Center, and the Huntsville VA Medical Center. Dr. McCay treats the full spectrum of neurologic diseases including stroke, neuropathy, myopathy, myasthenia gravis, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, seizures, dementia, and headaches. He administers both Botox and nerve blocks for treatment. Dr. McCay also has a passion for medical student and resident education and serves as an assistant professor at UAB.
Locations
- Neurology Clinic at UAB Medicine Gardendale
- 960 Rocket Way, Floor 2, Gardendale, AL 35071
- Get Directions
- phone: 205-801-8986
- Neurology Clinic at UAB Hospital-Highlands
- 1201 11th Avenue South, Floor 4, Birmingham, AL 35205
- Get Directions
- phone: 205-930-8300
Expertise
Education
- Residency: UAB, 2024
- Medical Education: UAB, 2020
Board Certifications
- Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2024
Ratings & Reviews
5 of 5 stars
64 ratings, 24 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/23/2026
Doc McCay
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
DrMcKay and staff were professional and respectful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Love everyone at UAB! Kind, efficient, knowledgeable!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
So glad we were scheduled with Dr. McCay for my husband!!! He is so polite and very sincere when talking to his patients or family members. He definitely cares about others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Painless and easy!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Dr. McKay took so much time to answer all of our questions! He was patient and not hurried.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2026
I was pleased with my visit. Would highly recommend!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
The department of Neurology at UAB is exceptional. I feel welcome when I strive and when I leave, I feel I have had the best possible care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
Dr. McCay is very thorough and I'm so glad my husband has such an incredible Dr. that cares and wants to get to the bottom of the problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
The doctor whom I was blessed of during my time with him was very professional, very knowledgeable professional and patient with me. I was very impressed with his method.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
Dr. Mccay and his staff are friendly and welcoming. They listen and provide helpful advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
Love Dr McCay!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Quick and concise with questions.quick service after I arrived.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
The best setvice and pation care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
Dr. was very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
Dr. McCay is the most attentive provider. He listens and doesn't rush. He explains clearly. He's very no-nonsense. My husband and I were very glad to have him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
I recommend UAB to everyone. Love the UAB community...they saved my life!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
Dr. McCay is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr. McCay is one of the sharpest doctors I’ve ever met. Behind those intelligent eyes lie a level of caring and compassion not often seen. I believe he sets the pace for the entire office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Very good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Took too long to get an appointment!! 7 months is way too long to wait!!! The Dr was wonderful...very respectful and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
I felt that everyone was caring & interested in the welfare of our daughter
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Staff is very nice, and respectful. Comforting atmosphere… Dr. is very good. But the drive is long . I live far away .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Mr. MaCay actually talk with me made sure I understood and he was concerned and positive