About
“My name is Francis Kralick and I am Board Certified in Neurological Surgery. The bulk of my practice was spent at a University Hospital that functioned as a level 1 trauma center in Philadelphia. I would like to describe my values as they relate to my professional life as a physician and neurosurgeon. I found my purpose later than most, but once discovered I have applied my intrinsic sense of responsibility, integrity and dedication to treat patients with Neurosurgical problems to the best of my abilities. This has involved a certain degree of sacrifice that I believe is the hallmark of a physician. Thereby, fulfilling my purpose to strive for the best possible outcomes for my patients. To this end it should also educate and inspire those who come after me. It also honors those who have educated and trained me in carrying these values forward. The ACOS has been a key component of my being able to achieve this professional success. I wanted to donate my time and expertise to help allow current students and residents the same opportunities that were afforded to me.”
Dr. Francis Kralick’s History
Dr. Francis Kralick, DO, is a distinguished neurosurgeon with more than two decades of experience delivering advanced, patient-centered care across complex spinal and cranial procedures, trauma neurosurgery, and neurological disorders. As Chief of Neurological Surgery and Director of Neuroscience at Shore Medical Center in Somers Point, New Jersey, Dr. Kralick has led the expansion of neurosurgical services—enhancing clinical quality, safety, and patient outcomes while cultivating a multidisciplinary approach to care.
Dr. Kralick’s academic foundation combines neuroscience, biomedical engineering, and osteopathic medicine. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree summa cum laude from Nova Southeastern University, followed by residency training in neurosurgery and fellowship specialization in complex spinal surgery. He further advanced his clinical insight through international training in movement disorders at Queen Square in London.
Affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania Department of Neurological Surgery, Dr. Kralick contributes to academic neurosurgery through mentorship of junior physicians, clinical education for healthcare teams, and translational research initiatives. He is also a medical innovator, holding patents for neurosurgical devices and driving advancements in surgical value analysis and biomedical applications.
With hospital privileges at Princeton Medical Center and medical staff membership at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Dr. Kralick maintains an active clinical presence while remaining an independent physician dedicated to advancing the field of neurosurgery across clinical, academic, and industry settings.
Deep biography
- Engineer-to-doctor journey at 30
- Fellowship under Fred Simeone
NIH-funded neurosurgical device inventions - Ringside physician, car museum curator, Air Force Reserves
Credentials & leadership roles
- Director of Neurosurgery, FDA device committee governor
- Professor, awards, affiliations
Personal values
Outcomes-driven
Balanced care
Phone
(255) 352-6258
Open Hours
Mon – Wed: 10AM – 07PM
Thu – Sat: 08AM – 06PM
Address
1234 Divi St. #1000 San Francisco, CA 94220.