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Dr. David O'Brien Jr, MD

Dr. David O'Brien Jr, MD

Pain Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. David O'Brien Jr, MD is a pain medicine physician in Winston Salem, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1991. He is affiliated with Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

180 Kimel Park Dr Winston Salem, NC 27103

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3.7
17 ratings, 10 with a written review
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I went to Dr O’Brien as a 21 yr old w spinal pain that radiates down my legs. The referring dr told me I would likely get an X-ray &/or ultrasound. Nope. He offered to write me a script for muscle relaxers and spinal injections before examining me& seemed incredulous when I told him I wanted an X-ray. I also told him that I have sprained the same ankle several times within the last year and have always struggled with motor control. He told me it would cost “billions” if “everyone with back aches” got scans.He felt some lipomas in my back &said that it wasn’t possible they contributed to any pain. However, since he didn’t think the lipomas contributed to the pain it made no sense he wouldn’t do an X-ray! I told him id done research and while lipomas are usually fine, they’re an issue when they hurt and compress nerves... esp along the spine. Seems it should go without saying... he said it wasn’t his expertise and refused to refer me to a specialist. He was very unthorough& condescending
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 29, 2020
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I have been blessed with excellent care from Dr. O’Brien. I have always appreciated the fact that he helped me choose options that did not require surgery. I have found him to be kind and compassionate always seeking the best for his patients.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Elizabeth Loffredo in Mocksville, North Carolina – Apr 26, 2018
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Very efficient in administering of the spine injections. Kept me informed every step of the way. Dr. O'Brien did performed this procedure for me 9 years ago. The results was very good.
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
No results
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Apr 05, 2018
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Dr. O'Brien was very knowledgeable, very friendly, and very reassuring. He has a sure and easy manner. I left feeling much better than I had when I arrived. In addition, it was very easy to schedule an immediate appointment with him, the wait time was minimal, the facility very clean and modern, and the junior doctor who accompanied him also very competent and courteous. I highly recommend these doctors and this practice.
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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Maria Guthold – Mar 01, 2018
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Dr. O'Brien is a fine doctor. I look forward to working with a physical therapist to reduce the possibility of pain in my back.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Patricia E. Sink in Greensboro, NC – Dec 10, 2017
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Great staff, got me in fast, tests were done in less than 10 mins. Great place.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Mark Hopkinson in Winston Salem, NC – Nov 29, 2017
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Dr O'Brien is a very nice doctor. He's informative, offers multiple ways to combat conditions without automatically directing you to hard medications that could be addicting. His professionalism is amazing and I feel comfortable with him being my doctor.
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
3 others found this helpful
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DJ in Winston-Salem, NC – Nov 21, 2017
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I am very pleased with the spine block done by Dr. Obrien October 19th 2017 and also the follow up November 10th. I will recommend Dr. Obrien to family and friends.
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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Joan Stewart in Rural Hall, NCayetteville, NC – Nov 12, 2017
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Dr. O'Brien has been my doctor for several years and for various conditions. He has always been very patient and ready to listen. He offers excellent care and demonstrates his expertise on each visit. He is absolutely top notch in his field, including spinal injections and treatment of nerve based back pain. If you want expert professional advice and treatment, I would highly recommend Dr. O'Brien.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Vickie Martin Joyce – Jul 26, 2017
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I am writing this because I want others to know what kind of doctor he is. If you don't agree with him he will request to not see you again. That is what he has done to me. What kind of doctor would do that to a patient with spine issues. He also doesn't write his reports in a manner to help you with being out of work. DON'T GO TO HIM YOU WILL BE SORRY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He is a unprofessional so called doctor, out for your money only.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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PNE in Sparta, NC – Jun 14, 2017
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Dr. David O'Brien Jr, MD is a pain medicine physician in Winston Salem, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1991. He is affiliated with Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
  • Pain Medicine

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

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  • Indiana University / Bloomington

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
Pain Medicine
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Kimel Park Surgery Center180 Kimel Park Dr Winston Salem, NC 27103
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Raymond Garrison Dds Pa-Uda131 Miller St Winston Salem, NC 27103
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