Dr. William E. Vonkaenel, MD | Fresno, CA | Pain Medicine

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Dr. Vonkaenel graduated from the George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1985. He works in Fresno, CA and 5 other locations and specializes in Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology. Dr. Vonkaenel is affiliated with Fresno Surgical Hospital.

accepting new patients
4.3

81 Ratings
41 years of experience
27 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
36 written reviews
2 specialties
6 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
6 office locations
Male

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Dr. von Kaenel diagnosed the cause of my back pain and treated it with a simple procedure called a radiofrequency. I would recommend him as the best pain doctor in town.

September 16th, 2020

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Dr. von Kaenel is very experienced and knowledgeable. He diagnosed the source of my chronic back pain and treated it with an outpatient procedure called MILD. My mobility has improved tremendously.

September 16th, 2020

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Dr. von Kaenel is not only an excellent doctor, but very funny. I trust him to treat my nagging back pain without opioids, for which I am grateful.

August 25th, 2020

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Dr. William E Von Kaenel was Very Rude and Condescending to me. He may have got awards but his Behavior to me was Horrible.He is Full of Air about himself and thinks he is above everyone. He did not address any question i asked him but would put his hand on his forehead and roll his eyes. I would expect a little empathy from a Doctor as i am there due to pain i am having and would like to find out more about the Cause and Future ramifications that may come up. Furthermore i am a paying patient. I will Never go back to his office again and am looking for another pain management Doctor. His Staff of Two ladies that dealt with me were very Nice and Helpful. I have Never Been Treated so Badly in my Whole Life. It took a lot from me to stay calm till this ordeal ended.

July 23rd, 2020

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Dr. Von Kaenel seems reasonably competent but is often unprofessional in his behavior. "Grandiose" is how he describes himself. He seems problem-focused rather than patient-focused, exhibiting no empathy.

May 6th, 2020

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THE WAIT TIME IN THIS OFFICE IS HORRIBLE AND AFTER THAT YOU STILL HAVE TO WAIT ANOTHER 2-3 WEEKS BEFORE YOU CAN GET YOUR REFERRALS DONE!!

June 5th, 2019

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Back pain was severe, impacting ability to walk. He did an amazing job of relieving the pain without surgery or drugs. Can't recommend him highly enough.

July 29th, 2018

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My experience was yes he knows his business, however; he is not concerned in hearing what you have to say regarding your pain. I also felt that he did not like to answer questions. His assistant Judy could use an attitude adjustment. You had to wait quite a long time to get the procedures done. Things do happen for the best though, I found a different doctor, and am very, very happy with him.

June 9th, 2017

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I really appreciate his sense of humor. The way he takes care of his patients is AWESOME. Have recommended him to many people.

March 13th, 2017

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Nice Dr. weird sense of humor... knows what he is doing when it comes to taking care of your back pain etc.

December 23rd, 2016

Spine Intervention Medical Group

6121 N Thesta St Ste 106Fresno, CA 93710

Tel: (559) 435-1846

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Saint Agnes Medical Center

1303 E Herndon AveFresno, CA 93720

Tel: (559) 450-3000

Fresno Heart And Surgical Hospital

15 E Audubon DrFresno, CA 93720

Tel: (559) 433-8000

Fresno Surgical Hospital

6125 N Fresno StFresno, CA 93710

Tel: (559) 431-8000

Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center

7300 N Fresno StFresno, CA 93720

Tel: (559) 448-4500

Summit Surgical

1630 E Herndon Ave Ste 100Fresno, CA 93720

Tel: (559) 449-2888

Mon6:00 am - 5:30 pm

Tue6:00 am - 5:30 pm

Wed6:00 am - 5:30 pm

Thu6:00 am - 5:30 pm

Fri6:00 am - 5:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. William Edward Vonkaenel, MD	Dr. Deacon Farrell, MD	Dr. Renu Nair	Dr. Manuchehr Habibi
Pain Medicine	Pain Medicine	Anesthesiology	Anesthesiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (81 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
41 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience		7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish
Fresno , CA	Beverly Hills , CA	Los Angeles , CA	Marinette , WI
Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences	Med School: National University of Ireland		Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health SciencesGraduated in 1985

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Where is Dr. William Vonkaenel's office located?: Dr. William Vonkaenel's office is located at 6121 N Thesta St Ste 106, Fresno, CA, 93710.
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What languages does Dr. William Vonkaenel speak?: Dr. William Vonkaenel speaks English and Spanish.

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