William O'Brien, MD
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Treatment & Services
- Abdominal Perineal Resection
- Abdominal Surgery
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
- Appendectomy
- Bile Duct Stone Removal
- Biliary Surgery
- Breast Biopsy
- Breast Cancer Surgery Program
- Breast Conservation Surgery
- Breast Diagnostics
- Breast Surgical Oncology
- Breast Ultrasound
- Cancer Center
- Colectomy
- Colon Surgery
- Colonoscopy
- Complex Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy
- Endocrine Surgery - Thyroid And Parathyroid
- Endoscopy
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Gastrectomy
- Gastrointestinal Exams
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Hernia Open Repair Surgery
- Hernia Surgery
- High Risk Breast Cancer
- Intestinal Surgery
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Perineal Resection
- Laparoscopic Antireflux Surgery
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
- Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Biopsy
- Laparoscopic Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Solid Organ Surgery
- Laparoscopic Splenectomy
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Laparoscopic Surgery for Digestive Diseases
- Laparoscopic Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Placement
- Liver Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Breast Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Mohs Surgery
- Nipple & Skin Sparing Mastectomy
- Nissen Fundoplication
- Office Ultrasound Guided Biopsy
- Open Inguinal And Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Pancreas Resection
- Pancreatic Surgery
- Parathyroid Surgery
- Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection
- Second Opinion Breast Cancer
- Sentinel Lymph Node Procedures
- Sentinel Node Biopsy
- Single incision laparoscopic surgery
- Single-port Surgery
- Splenectomy
- Stereotactic Brain Biopsy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Surgery
- Surgery For Breast Cancer
- Surgery for Diseases Of The Breast
- Surgical Drains
- Surgical Endoscopy and Endoscopic Procedures
- Thyroidectomy
- Tracheostomy
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abdominal Abscess
- Abdominal Pain
- Achalasia
- Anal Abscesses
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Fissures
- Appendicitis
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Benign Breast Disease
- Bile Duct Diseases
- Bile Duct Obstruction
- Bile Duct Stones
- Breast Abscess
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Disease
- Breast Infections
- Breast Lump
- Breast Pain
- Cancer
- Carcinoid Syndrome
- Collagenous Colitis
- Colon Diseases
- Colon Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer
- Crohn's Disease
- Diverticulosis
- Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
- Duodenal Atresia
- Duodenal Polyps
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagitis
- Extrahepatic Bile Duct Cancer
- Fissure
- Fistulas
- Gallbladder & Biliary Tract Disease
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gallstones
- Gas (Digestive)
- Gastritis
- Gastroenteritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD)
- GI Bleeding
- Goiter
- Gynecomastia
- Heliocobactor Pylori
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatobiliary Disease
- Hernias
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Carcinoid Tumors
- Intra-abdominal Cancer/Tumor
- Intraductal Papilloma
- Intussusception
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Large Intestine Cancer
- Male Breast Cancer
- Melanoma
- Nipple Discharge
- Pancreatitis
- Parathyroid Cancer
- Parathyroid Disease Description
- Pediatric Breast Anomalies
- Pediatric Hydrocele | Hernia
- Recurrent Breast Cancer
- Sarcoma
- Sebaceous Cysts
- Sepsis
- Skin Cancer
- Small Intestine Cancer
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Stomach Cancer
- Temporal Arteritis
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Disease
- Thyroid Nodule
- Ulcerative Colitis
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Appointed
2005
Education & Fellowships
Residency - Mount Sinai Medical Center (Closed)
General Surgery
Cleveland,
OH USA
1990
Medical Education - Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee,
WI USA
1985
Undergraduate - University of Wisconsin
Madison,
WI USA
1981
Internship - Mount Sinai Medical Center of Cleveland
General Surgery
Cleveland,
OH USA
Certifications
- General Surgery
Specialty Interests
biliary surgery, biliary system and splenectomy, breast, breast and endocrine, breast cancer, breast diagnostics, breast diseases, breast surgery, colon surgery, endocrine surgery - thyroid and parathyroid diseases and surgery, endocrine surgery (thyroid and parathyroid), general surgery, hernia and thyroid glands, hernia repair, hernia repairs, hernia surgery, Hiatal Hernia, surgical treatment of diseases of the breast
Research & Publications
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212 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.
| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Knows Medical History | 4.7 | |
| Time Spent with Patient | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
44 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Oct 30, 2019
very professional staff. Dr Obrien was kind, considerate and very knowledgeable and understanding about my condition.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2019
This was my first visit with Dr Obrien and I was very thankful for his excellent bedside manner and knowledge about my condition.
Reviewed on Oct 11, 2019
I felt I was listened to and the doctor explained my options.
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2019
Dr. O'Brien has a wonderful manner about him. He is a very nice gentleman and he is very professional.
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2019
I would highly recommend Dr. O'Brien
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2019
dr. O'Brien is absolutely amazing.
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2019
SUPER doctor.
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2019
awesome doctor & surgeon
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2019
Dr. O'Brian LISTENED to me, unlike other care providers I've had....didn't get buried in computer entries, was respectful, friendly, answered all my concerns.
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2019
excellent Doctor with extremely caring team!!!
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2019
excellent doctor with very caring team
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2019
dr Obrian and his staff are excellent, professional, respectful-compassionate
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2019
Patients go to physicians for medical treatment. My experience has been that some physicians, like those in any profession, are more "people friendly" than others. I am going to undergo surgery. Two of your nurses recommended I see Dr. O'Brien because, in their judgment, he has "good hands". To my mind, Dr. O'Brien also has a good heart and good people skills. I am going into this surgery with no anxiety whatsoever.
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2019
Doctor O' Brian is a very positive person, encouragin.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2019
dr O'Brien delivers excellent service with care and respect. greatly appreciated. his office assistant is also friendly, helpful and professional.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2019
I would highly recommend dr O'Brien, positive experience.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2019
Dr. O'Brien was recommended to me by a friend and fellow doctor at the Clinic. The doctor listened to my issues and talked about what to do next and left me feeling positive about my condition.
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2019
wonderful and caring doctor. easy to talk to and made me comfortable. good listener and good communicator. loved the guy
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2019
Dr. O'Brien is such a great doctor and such a caring person. He always puts me at ease. He is so positive. He answers all my questions and spends time with me. He is everything a doctor should be.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2019
excellent service from all. Nurse and Dr. very compassionate.
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2019
Wonderful doctor.
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2019
Dr OBrien is an awesome compassionate caregiver with excellent bedside skills ... he is definitely an asset to the CCF
Reviewed on May 29, 2019
have recommended dr O'Brien to friends
Reviewed on May 8, 2019
I think Dr O'Brien is an excellent doctor.
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2019
overall Dr O brien was very courteous and professional and took the time to get to know me and my interest which means a lot to me
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2019
Dr. Obrian and his staff are professional, respectful and knowledgeable. He is an outstanding doctor that listens and puts his patient concerns first.
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2019
I was a little anxious about this surgery but Dr. O'Brien and his staff answered all of my questions and told me everything on what to expect. I was very happy I was able to get it done by him.
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2019
the doctor was EXTREMELY friendly and caring. would recommend Cleveland Clinic to ANYONE!
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2019
This was by far one of the best experiences I've had with any Doctor
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2019
Dr. O brien referred to pain management refused to order diagnostics despite symptoms explained. i sought a second opinion and was diagnosed with pelvic muscle tear, oblique tear and hernia.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2019
great dr and office staff, clean, understood my concerns and made the time to listen and thoroughly make sure I was on back on track
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2019
a very Good , Knowledgeable & Kind Doctor !
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2019
Dr. O'Brien went out of his way to help me find a supporting surgeon and adjusted his schedule to perform a concurrent surgery during the time he would normally have been in clinic and lunch. Amazing. I am grateful.
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2019
Dr O'Brien and his staff are ver comforting and calming. I was extremely nervous and they were right there to put my mind at ease.
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2019
Dr. O'Brien helped to add levity to an otherwise stressful situation and has a very easy going bedside manner, which I really appreciated! I have not had the surgery yet, but I hear very good things about him. I hope that it will go as smoothly as he is sure that it will go. it is nice to hear that kind of confidence from your surgeon!
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2019
Dr. O'Brien cared about me as a human being. He scheduled tests to ensure my health. If there was a 10 here, I'd check it, but 5 is the highest possibility on this survey.
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2019
I was in and out in a matter of minutes. Friendly and courteous staff and doctor.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2019
Dr. Obrian is very professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. His staff was great, helpful, and friendly.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2019
great doctor and great team with him at breast center
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2019
the entire dept from check in to check out is wonderful, professional, compassionate. Dr Obrien is top notch.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2019
Competent.pleasant doctor
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2019
*Dr. O'Brien is a wonderful dr.
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2018
I had excellent care from both Dr. Obrien and his staff. Dr. Obrien was very kind, and answered all of my questions. I feel that I had an excellent Surgeon!
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2018
Good doc with great eye contact and the ability to listen and hear me. He helped me feel cared for and respected.