Dr. Oisin O'Neill, MD
Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience
Dr. Oisin O'Neill, MD is a neurosurgeon in Portland, OR and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Royal College of Surgeons In Ireland / Medical School in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center and Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
3.8 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (40 reviews)
Practice
9155 SW Barnes Rd Ste 440 Portland, OR 97225Telehealth available
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Dr. O'Neill is affiliated with Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center Portland, a highly rated hospital.
Dr. O'Neill is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery
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- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
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- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. O'Neill's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. O'Neill
3.8
40 ratings, 16 with a written review
| 5 star | 65% | 65% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 8% | 8% |
| 2 star | 3% | 3% |
| 1 star | 25% | 25% |
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Undeniably Perfect in all ways
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
1 other person found this helpful
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linda r snyder – Jun 04, 2022
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Had two Surgeries with Dr O’Neil- a neck and a low back dissecting with fusion. As the child and brother of physicians I have good judgement about doctors and Dr O’Neil is up there with the best. He is straight forward and conservative in his assessment of when surgery is recommended, which is what you want. I had terrific results in both of my procedures and recommend Dr O’Neil for any spine issues if you are in Portland.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
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Sep 24, 2021
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Met with Dr. O Neil the first time in an emergency situation. He reviewed my case and explained options and surgery went as well as could be expected.He made recommendations for follow up treatment. I followed up with him 20momths later for a reoccurrence of the same disease and I felt he went above and beyond to review my case and offer advice.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 23, 2020
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I enjoyed life a little to much. Fortunately, I found Dr. O'Neill; who'd come highly recommended by my GP. Dr. O'Neill has completed two successful neck surgeries on me and I recenlty contacted him about my lower back. Dr. O'Neill is through, specific about what he can and can't do and even for a guy with an extremely high IQ is quite personable. I would, without hesitation, have any of my family members and close friends go see Dr. O'Neill for treatment.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Denise – Jun 16, 2020
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I would snd have only ever gone to Dr ONeill!! He is great!! Degenerative disc, Spinal Stenosis and arthritis! He’s done 3 back surgeries and one neck fusion.
He is a perfectionist and I’m grateful to have been recommended to him!!
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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Susan – Aug 07, 2019
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The Dr. and staff failed to meet the standard of care. I saw the Dr. twice in five months. 1st visit was 3/25 - tests and a spinal block procedure were ordered and completed, but a follow up with the Dr. was scheduled 8 weeks out (5/23). My appt. on 5/23 lasted less than 5 mins, where he said "I can fix this" and he requested surgery be scheduled. I received a letter and phone call on June 17th-surgery had been denied due to the doctor failing to respond to the Insurance company request for additional information. I contacted Dr's office for an explanation and was told he was out on vacation the entire month of June and no one else was handling my case. The Dr's office did not return my call until 7/9. I contacted the Dr's office again on 7/17 to inform them of an add'l significant change in my condition, the medical assistants response was inappropriate directing me to contact the ED rather than my surgeon? Today I was told the DR would no longer see me, and I need to find another Dr
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
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jul 20, 2019
Thank you for your review. Our manager would... Read More
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My experience with Dr O'Neill has been excellent. He's doing a second surgery on me. At both consultations we talked about symptoms, went over test results, and treatments. He is straight forward, respectful, and kind. He didn't marginalize my symptoms. Also, I have found his staff very helpful, the schedulers, MA, business office and everyone I've talked to. This is 100% legit review folks, because I usually rub people the wrong way!
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 19, 2019
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Dr O'Neill always helps me feel better and know what to do next. He has performed surgery on both my partner and me with great results. He listens and explains difficult issues clearly with a plan to move forward. Would refer him to anyone friends, family who need to address back issues. His staff are professional and responsive.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 02, 2019
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I went to Dr. O'Neill for a second opinion and I left the office feeling confident that I was in the right hands. He went through the details of my condition and told me my options with as much time as needed for questions. He only had to look at me to see what was wrong, not even I noticed that my left leg had atrophied as the result of my herniated disc. As opposed to leaving the office questioning what the best option was I left his office knowing what needed to be done.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Erik in Beaverton, OR – Mar 08, 2018
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HIs office scheduler is rude, unprofessional, and borders on incompetent.
What went well
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Appointment was rushed
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Jan 26, 2018
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Update! 2 years later I found another surgeon that has stated that I didn't fuse with bone at all since my surgery!!! If this office cared at all they would have looked harder as to why a very healthy young woman was having these issues vs. only caring about their own egos!
I'm 2 years after surgery with Dr. O'Neill and am in more pain than pre-surgery. The office didn't believe me... and they pretty much gave up on me.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Ashley in Vancouver, WA – May 24, 2017
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Dr. O'Neill basically saved my life, operating as a Neurosurgeon in the Emergency Room of Providence-St. Vincent Hospital this past month for a subdural hematoma of the brain; he is the very archetype of a professional, compassionate Neurosurgeon as is his Assistant Allison; my wife and I are deeply grateful we were in his skilled hands! His staff at the Oregon Clinic are all great as well and he leads them in professional courtesy.
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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Dr. Michael Levine in Beaverton, OR – Apr 04, 2017
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I had a wonderful experience with Dr. O'Neill. It was hard to get in to see him, but it was worth the wait. He had reviewed my MRI before the appt. and asked questions during the exam. After the exam, he reviewed the MRI with me, level by level. He outlined several approaches and was clear about what needed to be done to alleviate the pain and what should be done to ensure my c-spine was stable. I woke from the procedure pain-free and my recovery has been great.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
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Rita in Portland, OR – Oct 14, 2016
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Good. Thank you
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I needed brain surgery for a meningioma and had an interview scheduled. My husband took time off from work, and Dr. O'Neill kept us waiting 45 minutes while he discussed sports with someone else, loudly. It took all our available time and when we expressed our frustration, he shouted at us! Dreadful experience -- we were needing help not confrontation.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Portland, OR – Jun 21, 2016
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Dr.Oneal abruptly shoved all files,films in my husbands arms and physically pushed him out the door when we asked him for a recommendation for a 2nd opinion. He is so arrogant he told me You wouldn't understand instead of answering my questions. Assuming I am stupid. He took NO time explaining anything..(DUHHH) Refusing to spell one of things I wanted to look up. (He probably didn't know how to spell it) Best to know him before placing trust in him.
What went well
- Office environment
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
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Melissa in Columbia City, OR – Mar 25, 2016
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He did back surgery for me in 1996 and I was very impressed. 18 years later, I returned with compression of cervical disc. He did surgery then too. I could not be MORE UNIMPRESSED. Very big change in this man in 18 years. He was gung-ho to do the surgery but absolutely did not care about the after effects. I have suffered everyday since his surgery and he dismissed me with a go see a shoulder doctor. AVOID AT ALL COSTS.
What went well
- Office environment
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Earl Zirschky in Spring Hill, TN – Mar 24, 2016
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. O'Neill to family and friends is 3.775 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
I would treat all my patients in a manner similar to how I would treat my family members.biography
Dr. O'Neill is a board certified neurosurgeon in the United States as well as in the European Union. He completed his medical training at the Royal College of Surgeons in 1985 and his neurosurgery training started in Richmond and Beaumont hospitals...read moreNeurosurgery
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Royal College Of Surgeons Of Ireland
Undergraduate SchoolOhsu Hospital And Clinics
Fellowship Hospital, 1995Oregon Health & Science University
Residency Hospital, 1994Royal College Of Surgeons
Fellowship Hospital, 1991University Of Washington
Residency Hospital, 1988Royal College Of Surgeons In Ireland / Medical School
Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Practice
Microneurosurgical Consultants PC9155 SW Barnes Rd Ste 440 Portland, OR 97225
Office847 NE 19th Ave Ste 300 Portland, OR 97232
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 19
hospital awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
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
View all awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (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
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
79%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 5
hospital awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
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
View all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (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
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
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