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Dr. Carolyn O'Connor, MD

Dr. Carolyn O'Connor, MD

Rheumatology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Carolyn O'Connor, MD is a rheumatologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. O'Connor has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1978. She is affiliated with Milton S Hershey Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

219 N Broad St Fl 9 Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 762-6550

Dr. O'Connor is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. O'Connor specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. O'Connor's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. O'Connor

3.8

16 ratings, 1 with written review
5 Star
63%
63%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
25%
25%

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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. Carolyn O'Connor, MD is a rheumatologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. O'Connor has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College...read more

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Boston Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • New York Hosp-cornell Med C

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. O'Connor is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Drexel Sleep Center219 N Broad St Fl 9 Philadelphia, PA 19107
    1

    Practice

    The Milton S. Hershey Medical Center Physician Group3100 Schoolhouse Rd Middletown, PA 17057
    2

    Practice

    Active Health Marlton LLC601 Route 73 N Ste 104 Marlton, NJ 08053
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Milton S Hershey Medical Center

      500 University Dr
      Hershey, PA 17033
      Recipient of 48
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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