Summary

Stephen J. O’Connell, M.D. a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in surgery of the hand, elbow and shoulder. He joined Desert Orthopedic Center in 1988 to establish and direct the Center’s hand and upper extremity program.

Quick Facts

  • 4.1
  • 44 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Desert Orthopedic Center

39000 Bob Hope Dr Harry & Diane Rinker BuildingRancho Mirage, CA 92270

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44 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Rancho Mirage , CARancho Mirage , CABeverly Hills , CAPalm Springs , CA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Stephen Joseph Oconnell has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Stephen Joseph Oconnell has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Hand Injuries
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Wrist Fracture (Radius Fractures)
  • Wrist Injury

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. Stephen Joseph Oconnell holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND SCHOOL OF MEDICINE and University Of Maryland School Of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Oconnell's NPI number is 1831114966.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Dr. Stephen Oconnell's office is located at 39000 Bob Hope Dr Harry & Diane Rinker Building, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270.
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Dr. Stephen Oconnell speaks English and Spanish.

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