Dr. Michael J. Oconnell, DO | South Bend, IN | Family Physician

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With 50 years in family medicine, Dr. Michael Oconnell is affiliated with Memorial Hospital of South Bend and Beacon Children's Hospital. He treats chronic kidney disease and kidney disease.

Dr. Oconnell earned his medical degree from Midwestern University-Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and sees patients in South Bend, Indiana. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Oconnell 4.57 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.6

47 Ratings
50 years of experience
speaks English
Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine
7 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Oconnell's Ratings and Reviews

4.6

47 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 7 Minutes

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Spent time with me: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (20) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Dr .Micheal J Oconnell is a great doctor . I feel comfortable with him . I trust him and I think that he is doing his best to help me with whatever health concern that I have .

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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December 27th, 2018

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Disrespectful, very unpleasant.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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September 12th, 2015

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Dr O'connell is thorough and accurate. Maddeningly, he also practices what he preaches! I can't recommend him enough.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 28th, 2015

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He is a great Doctor! I would recommend him hands down over any Doctor I have ever had for anything. He spends ample time with me and is very careful to describe what is going on with lots of easy to understand terminology and pictures.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 20th, 2013

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Dr O'Connell is very easy going and calm and down to earth. In how he commuicates with you. He always knows how to treat your problem. and he has empthy for the patient. and he is kind of cute .lol

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 9th, 2012

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He is a very good Dr. He educates and treats and has genuine concern for his patients health.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 31st, 2010

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Very professional and puts you at ease from the start.His follow up calls to my home and genuine concern for my condition was exceptional.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 23rd, 2009

Cleveland Road Family Practice

17960 Cleveland RdSouth Bend, IN 46635

Tel: (574) 287-7205

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Michael James Oconnell, DO	Sherwonna Barron, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, FPA	Angie Brown	Dr. Nichola Antionette Patton, DNP, MSN, MBA, AGACNP-BC
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (47 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)
50 Years of Experience		17 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English		Speaks English	Speaks English, German, Portuguese
South Bend , IN	Bolingbrook , IL	Plainfield , IN	Sheridan , WY
Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicaid

Family Medicine

Check-up
Contraception
Family Planning
Immunization
Influenza
Weight Loss

Dr. Michael James Oconnell holds an expired medical license in the state of Indiana.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Indiana that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Oconnell's NPI number is 1083691885.

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Is Dr. Michael Oconnell accepting new patients?: Dr. Michael Oconnell is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Michael Oconnell's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Michael Oconnell's office located?: Dr. Michael Oconnell's office is located at 17960 Cleveland Rd, South Bend, IN, 46635.
What languages does Dr. Michael Oconnell speak?: Dr. Michael Oconnell speaks English.
Does Dr. Michael Oconnell accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Oconnell accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Oconnell affiliated with?: Dr. Michael Oconnell is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of South Bend and Beacon Childrens Hospital.

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