Dr. Lina O'Brien, MD
Colorectal Surgery*
30+ years of experience
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available
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Dr. Lina O'Brien, MD
Colorectal Surgery
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Dr. Lina O'Brien, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Overland Park, KS and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1991. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Menorah Medical Center and Research Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.8 Star Rating
Based on 143 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (143 reviews)
Office Hours
Monday
8 am
to
5 pm
Tuesday
8 am
to
5 pm
Wednesday
8 am
to
5 pm
Thursday
8 am
to
5 pm
Friday
8 am
to
4 pm
4370 W 109th St Ste 350
Overland Park, KS 66211
Overland Park, KS 66211
Locations
Colorectal Surgery Associates- Overland Park
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- Hours
- Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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At a Glance
- Areas of Expertise • Dr. O'Brien specializes in the areas of Colon & Rectal Surgery & General Surgery. See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. O'Brien's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. O'Brien
4.8
143 ratings, 90 with a written review
| 5 star | 93% | 93% |
| 4 star | 1% | 1% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 6% | 6% |
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Exceptional surgeon with genius skills combined with a compassionate heart and healing bedside manner. Rare find . Wonderful.
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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PH – Apr 03, 2025
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Highly recommend
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Kimberly B – Feb 09, 2024
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The ABSOLUTE BEST
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Gigi – Jun 27, 2023
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Dr. O’Brien is absolutely amazing.
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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RLG – Jun 22, 2023
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Absolutely the best colorectal surgeon in the Midwest, possibly the world. I had an intractable problem with my ileostomy that had made my life miserable. I lost 50 pounds and I was in and out of emergency rooms almost every month for two years. My experience with other colorectal surgeons in Kansas city was a nightmare. Often they made the problems I was having even worse. Doctor O'Brien diagnosed my problem, operated last October, and I am doing much better. I no longer fear eating could send me to an emergency room. Great surgeon and a beautiful human being.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jeffrey Bushman – May 17, 2023
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An amazing surgeon. I have complete confidence in her abilities.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kim Hammer – Nov 21, 2020
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The office staff at this office raises incompetence and arrogant to new levels.
A MRI was performed and the office requested the disc.
After forty days and multiple calls, the office manager "found" the disc on the doctors desk. This surgery was put on hold over a month due to sheer incompetence. The office manager takes no responsibility and actually blamed my mother (75) and demanded she drive around Kansas and retrieve a disc that is actually on her desk.
Between the delays, demands, and arrogance on the part of the staff, my mother refuses to deal with this staff again.
A new doctor was consulted and we have gone from a over night stay and robotic surgery to out patient surgery. The doctor may be excellent but she is completely out of touch with her office staff this office needs to be purged and to start over.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Andrew Dyer for Louise Andrews – Aug 26, 2020
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This was my first visit with Dr. O'Brien. I was nervous, but she quickly made me feel comfortable. She is easy to talk to. She took time to really listen. I have confidence in her knowledge and experience. She gave her opinion of what I should do next, and I have no hesitation in following her recommendations.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Theresa A. – Jul 30, 2020
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I can highly recommend Dr. O'Brien. She is a skilled surgeon and adds to that so much compassion for her patients. It is a comfort to have such a caring, knowledgable health provider. I give high marks, too, to her staff. I especially single out her assistant, Jami.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 22, 2020
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My visit to Dr. Lina O'Brien was exceptional. I was very apprehensive about going to the appointment but was put at ease by Dr. O'Brien and her staff. She took the time to explain everything to me and answer all my questions. All of the staff that I dealt with were also very caring and professional. I would highly recommend Dr. O'Brien to anyone.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Liz Donnelly – Jul 15, 2020
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I am in the medical field and have known of Dr OBrien and her expertise for years. Not only is she extremely competent but has a bedside manor that puts you at ease. I would highly recommend her - my family has a history of colon cancer and I’m so grateful to be in her care.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Vicki Springs – May 26, 2020
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Dr. O'Brien operated on me using the robotic method. From the first appointment to the final one she was pleasant, always seemed interested in my thoughts, and inquisitive on signs and symptoms. I was fully informed on different recovery phases and what to expect and the surgery was a breeze. Best surgery experience I have had. I never waited more than 10 minutes for an office visits.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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RJ Edwards – Apr 28, 2020
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Very professional and compassionate office staff and I love the care that Dr O'Brien takes with her patients on every visit. Highly recommend her practice.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 25, 2020
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She’s absolutely the best and quite honestly saved my life
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 23, 2020
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Consult for surgery. Dr. O’Brien is very professional. I am in pre-hospital emergency medicine and work with a lot of physician’s. She has one of the best bed side manners I have ever seen. Truly cares for her patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Paul Paikowdki – Mar 03, 2020
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Dr. O'Brien is very thorough, listens carefully, answers all questions and presents a detailed overview of what is happening and the options. It took 3 months to get in as a new patient but I believe it was totally worth it. She came highly recommended from personal friends, my GI doctor and my medical doctor.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Karen Bartle – Feb 27, 2020
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Dr. O'Brien is the best in her profession of colorectal surgery.
What went well
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Larry Tiemann – Feb 26, 2020
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Dr O'Brien has been an asset to my healthcare for over a year now. Her office always replies promptly to any questions or scheduling needs and more importantly this is a doctor who truly listens to what you are saying. In my experience, many doctors and surgeons in particular, tend to read the chart and leave out the patient's input. If you are looking for sound advice from a doctor who not only is a leading surgeon in her field but who takes the time to make you understand your options, this is your doctor.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Heather – Feb 20, 2020
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What can I say? I think Dr. O'Brien is amazing and recommend her to people regularly... there's a reason it can take awhile to get in as a new patient! So think ahead and get scheduled now!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 11, 2020
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I recently have been under the care of Dr. O’Brien after being treated with very limited successes by other medical practices.
Dr. O’Brien quickly identified my medical issue, listened carefully to my concerns and questions and then presented a well thought out multiphase plan to address my medical problem. I have confidence for the first time in months regarding the care I am now receiving.
I was referred to Dr. O’Brian by a family member in medical practice, as well as a friend who is also a patient of Dr. O’Brien.
I strongly recommend Dr. O’Brien and Colorectal Surgery Associates.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Blair – Jan 21, 2020
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care philosophy
The physicians of Colorectal Surgery Associates, PC are committed to treating patients as individuals, to communicating their medical care in a manner that patients can understand, and to developing trusting doctor-patient relationships in order to foster the best possible treatment outcomes.biography
Recognized as Ingram's Magazine 2022 Top Doctor. Dr. Lina O'Brien is a board-certified, fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon with Colorectal Surgery Associates in Leawood, KS. Dr. O'Brien offers many years of experience and in 2018, she was named...read moreColorectal Surgery
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Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Fellowship HospitalThomas Jefferson University Hospital
Residency HospitalThomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College
Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
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Colon & Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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- Recipient of 28
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsSurgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home72%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 25
hospital awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well5% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 8
hospital awardsView all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
74%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
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