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Conor O'Neill
4.7 out of 5 (96)
Conor O'Neill

Conor O'Neill, MD

Pain Medicine

Director, Nonoperative Spine Program

Spine Center
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A2300,
San Francisco, CA 94143
+1 more location
(866) 817-7463
4.7 out of 5 (96)
Virtual visits available
4.7 out of 5 (96)
Virtual visits available
Spine Center
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A2300,
San Francisco, CA 94143
+1 more location
(866) 817-7463

Dr. Conor O'Neill is an anesthesiologist and pain management physician who specializes in using nonsurgical techniques to care for adults with back or neck pain. Using physical medicine and rehabilitation, he works to restore and enhance function and quality of life for patients with physical impairments or disabilities.

O'Neill sees patients at the UCSF Orthopaedic Institute's Spine Center. He is also a member of the Orthopaedic Institute Integrated Spine Service, a multidisciplinary team that includes physical therapists and other providers who specialize in nonsurgical treatments for the spine. He is the director of the UCSF Nonoperative Spine Program.

O'Neill's research focuses on improving diagnosis of back and neck pain as well as developing innovative ways to treat them. He also wants to create a model of care for back and neck pain that coordinates the care of providers from various specialties.

O'Neill completed his medical degree at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Washington University and a residency in anesthesiology at Massachusetts General Hospital. He belongs to the San Francisco Marin Medical Society, North American Spine Society and International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine.

Outside of work, O'Neill enjoys spending time with family, skiing and mountain biking in Lake Tahoe.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine, 1996

    American Board of Anesthesiology, Anesthesiology, 1992

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1988

  • Residencies

    Massachusetts General Hospital, Anesthesiology, 1991

    Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University, Internal Medicine, 1988

  • Internship

    Duke University Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1986

  • Degree

    University of Washington School of Medicine, 1985

  • Languages

    English

My goal is to help patients regain function and quality of life with the least amount of medications and interventions possible.

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    4.7

    Overall Experience
    96 Ratings
    About our process
    Jun 21, 2025
    My visit was disappointing. The practitioner was eager for the visit to end. When I asked a question regarding a treatment option the MD responded, "That's not worth discussing." and when we discussed options he seemed irritated with the one I selected. At the end of the visit when he inquired if I had any questions, I was tempted to say, "Are you having a bad day?"
    Apr 12, 2025
    Dr. O'Neill is the best Doctor that I have ever had. He's the best!
    Mar 05, 2025
    Dr. O'Neill is professional, clear and direct and personable. He provides explanations and directions in a way that I can understand and make decisions.
    Jan 28, 2025
    Dr O'Neill was amazing. He was extremely considerate and effective in the manner in which he explained my condition and the various treatment alternatives. He set the stage perfectly so that I could make a decision that I felt was very informed. My sense of confidence started when I was first engaged by Chris who was exceedingly thorough in the information he requested and the manner in which he transcribed it. I felt thar he got the total picture of what was requires and reported it accurately. We also shared shares a common bond that we were Buffalo BillMs fans
    Dec 11, 2024
    Dr. O"Neill knows his stuff. He is fantastic. Everything that he has recommended has reduced the pain in my back and left leg. I am know almost 100% free of pain after being in pain for over two years.
    Dec 04, 2024
    Dr. O'Neill is a very caring, gracious, thorough, pain management specialist. He has given me Great relief so I can live a normal life with minimal pain in my back now. His PA Chris is terrific and so is his scheduler Carol he always answers my questions and explains things to me. And I trust him with my spine.
    Nov 19, 2024
    Great
    Oct 15, 2024
    Excellent explanation of situation & recommendations by Dr Conor O'Neill
    Aug 20, 2024
    Never disappoints.
    May 08, 2024
    Dr O'Neill was very patient and focused. I didn't feel rushed. I've gone to Dr's appts for my parents, where folks seemed really rush, curt, and dismissive to eldersspeaking too fast, no explanations-on occasion, not always My zoom went really well. Thank you
    Apr 30, 2024
    I appreciate Dr. O'Neils calm and thoughtful approach to questions and problems. I came away from this visit feeling better about everything!
    Apr 10, 2024
    I was very comfortable and confident under Dr. O'Neill's care.
    Mar 26, 2024
    Excellent experience

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