ON CALL: A Neurosurgeon’s Story of Serving God and Others
ON CALL by
James A. Moody, M.D.
The inspiring memoir of how a boy who grew up poor in East Texas overcame countless obstacles to become an award-winning neurosurgeon and play an instrumental role in transforming a rundown hospital into a regional trauma and transplant center-and is still "On Call" after a fierce battle with pancreatic cancer.
Dr. Jim Moody's story is for anyone who has experienced physical, financial, or professional limitations, dealt with emotional pain when hurt by others, or wondered if God cares or even exists. Moody bares his soul about how God provided and guided him through desperate times despite his doubts-and He will do the same for all who ask. The only requirement is a molecule of faith.
Stephen Mansfield, President and CEO Emeritus, Methodist Health System
“Jim Moody led by example and embodied the mission of Methodist Dallas Medical Center: to improve and save lives through compassionate quality healthcare.”
About Dr. Moody
James A. Moody, MD, FAANS, is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and is regarded as one of the premier specialists in Dallas for the surgical treatment of injuries and diseases of the brain and spine. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and completed his neurosurgical training at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville and Semmes Murphey Neurologic and Spine Institute in Memphis, Tennessee.
Dr. Moody has been on the medical staff at Methodist Dallas for more than 40 years, and during that time he served as president of the medical staff. He has been a strong community advocate and was instrumental in initiating Care Flights air ambulance service and the Level I Trauma Program at Methodist Dallas. In addition, he has been named among the Best Doctors in Dallas by D Magazine 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, and 2014.
Dr. Moody has special interests in general neurosurgery, benign brain tumors, complex spinal disorders, carpal tunnel syndrome, minimally invasive cervical surgery, and minimally invasive lumbar surgery.
Pam Stoyanoff, President and COO, Methodist Health System
“Patient experience surveys about Dr. Moody were always over the top—how he was the best physician and the best human being ever.”
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Nimesh Patel, MD, Methodist Moody Brain and Spine Institute
“When Dr. Moody brought each doctor into Moody Brain and Spine Institute, he explained his guiding principles and values and lived them out every day. Carrying on his legacy is non-negotiable.”
Shop Local
We’d love for you to support your local bookstores who carry ON CALL.
If you’re in the DFW Metroplex, consider shopping at:
Logos Bookstore in Snider Plaza
The Oak + Lily Methodist Dallas Medical Center Gift Shop
Also available by print on-demand from small local bookstores, or through Barnes & Noble and Amazon.
Robert Simonson, DO, Chair Emergency Medicine, Methodist Dallas Medical Center
“Methodist Dallas Medical Center would not be what it is today were it not for the visionary commitment and servant leadership of Jim Moody.”
Upcoming events
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Book Signing at Methodist Gift Shop
Wednesday, May 17
11.30AM - 1:30PM
Book signing with Dr. Moody
at Methodist Oak + Lily Gift Shop
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
Schenkel Lobby
Proceeds will benefit the MDMC Guild.
Richard Meyrat, MD, Methodist Moody Brain and Spine Institute