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Dr. Patrick O'Connell, MD

Dr. Patrick O'Connell, MD

Family Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Patrick O'Connell, MD is a family medicine physician in Tehachapi, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities Bakersfield Memorial Hospital and Mercy Hospital Downtown-Bakersfield. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Locations

Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield

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New Patient?
(661) 306-4812

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Clean HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. See hospitals

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Dr. O'Connell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. O'Connell

4.3

45 ratings, 38 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Angelina – Feb 05, 2025
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 03, 2025
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Jan 10, 2025
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Jan 01, 2025
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Aug 31, 2024
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Aug 24, 2024
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What went well
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What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Medicare insurance? – Jul 25, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 14, 2024
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Jul 12, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Jun 30, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Jun 06, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Jun 02, 2024
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May 05, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Apr 27, 2024
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What went well
  • 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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Michelle_Angel – Mar 26, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Feb 13, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Feb 10, 2024
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Jan 07, 2024
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Dec 10, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

As a young child, I remember telling my parents I wanted to be a doctor, just like my father. While he specialized in pathology, I decided that primary care was better suited to my goals of helping people stay healthy, caring for the sick, and...read more

biography

I believe in always listening carefully to the patient.
  • Family Medicine

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  • Ventura County Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • Ventura County Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • Creighton University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Hospital Downtown-Bakersfield

    2215 Truxtun Ave
    Bakersfield, CA 93301

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

    420 34th St
    Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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