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Dr. Stephen O'Connell, MD

Dr. Stephen O'Connell, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*

Dr. Stephen O'Connell, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Rancho Mirage, CA. He is affiliated with Eisenhower Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

39000 Bob Hope Dr Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(760) 766-2561

Hospital Highlight

Dr. O'Connell is affiliated with Eisenhower Medical Center Rancho Mirage, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for hand surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. O'Connell specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic 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 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. O'Connell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. O'Connell

3.9

35 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
69%
69%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
20%
20%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
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Dec 02, 2023
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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 person found this helpful
Helpful
D Carraher – Oct 26, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Sep 06, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Richard Burton – May 13, 2022
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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
Helpful
JoAnn W – Oct 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Phillip Kaplan – Sep 22, 2021
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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
Helpful
Hennigan Kearns – Sep 09, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 02, 2021
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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
Helpful
Jul 06, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
marilyn in Palm Desert, CA – May 02, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Donnie B in Desert Hot Springs, CA – Apr 08, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
F Borda in Palm Springs, CA – Dec 24, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

"Helpling people regain function or relieve pain so they can get back to their work or favorite activity is what I enjoy about surgery of the hand and shoulder"

biography

Stephen J. O'Connell, M.D., a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand, wrist, and shoulder surgery.

He joined Desert Orthopedic Center in 1988 to establish and direct the Center's hand and upper...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Indiana Center For Surgery And Rehabilitation Of The Hand And Upper Extremity

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988

  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • Notre Dame

    Undergraduate School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Eisenhower Health39000 Bob Hope Dr Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Eisenhower Medical Center

    39000 Bob Hope Dr
    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
    Recipient of 38
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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