I've been a patient of Dr. O'Connell's for sometime. Yesterday was the last time that I will ever see him again. I came across some medical records and wanted the Dr. to explain to me, why he put some things in my records that I didn't understand completely and wanted to hear his reasoning for it. First off he was late for the appointment, which is not the first time. He entered the room complaining how busy he is.... That is not how you treat paying patients. It is not my fault that YOU are overworked or overwhelmed or that you over booked! I waited 30 days for this appointment and then YOU were late to the appointment! My time is just as valuable as yours!!! I immediately told him that this should only take a few minutes and he could move on with his day. I confronted him about what he put in my medical records and he immediately gave me some BS story about INS coding and blah blah blah. He straight up lied to my face and that was the last straw for me. He then berated me for wasting his time and that this could have been done over the telephone, I immediately let him know that I wanted to see him in person for the explanation. His story was such BullSh&!, he was like "Oh I just used that code because of this and that" Straight up lied to my face. He didn't have to use that code unless he really believed that. He got called out and literally didn't know what to say other than lie. He is the kind of doctor that thinks everyone else is uneducated and he is all knowing! Absolutely ridiculous!!!! How can I continue to see a doctor that I no longer trust?!?! So with that.... I'll be looking for a new primary physician. read more

This bag of bones shouldn't be anywhere near a doctor's office. He's ignorant, thoughtless, common senseless, obnoxious, rude, combative, and arrogant. He knows nothing about the medical profession. He couldn't diagnose a headache if someone had one. Thinks he's a big deal because he knows your name when he enters the room. But nothing about your ailments, procedures, lab results, or any answers to questions you may have. He really should be forced to resign if he won't retire. He so obviously doesn't want to be there..and could care less why his patient is. After witnessing him in action and reading reviews on him, I'm shocked he still works anywhere, let alone at my provider. He's defensive about everything because he honestly doesn't know how to be a doctor. Thankfully this visit was a one and done. We were only placed with him as a follow up to an ER visit. Stay far and away from this charlatan. read more

Well, it looks like I'm not adding anything new here, but Dr. O'Connell is truly the worst dr I've ever encountered in my life. Would not address my concerns, told me that since an INQUIRY I had was contraindicated on a box of medication, he would not think about it any further, and then just walked out on me. He should have retired years ago. read more

If I could give a lower review, I would. I met, for the first (and last) time with this doctor at Optum in Redondo Beach. This man was cold, condescending, rude and dismissive. NEVER have I met a doctor as BAD as this. He mentioned that he was going to retire next year. I suggest he retires YESTERDAY! So very rude. When I mentioned that I needed a mammogram and he told me I had too many requests already. We spent LESS than 5 minutes together. The nurse was so nice. She saw how shaken I was by this guy, and let me know she would help me to get assigned to a new doctor. Optum should let this guy GO. He is bad for their brand. read more

This is absolutely the worse physician I've ever had the misfortune of dealing with!!! I would never suggest using his 'services'.... He was delegated to seeing me as a faux default for my actual doctor who was not available.. So he refused to treat me or help me with any questions or any medical issues I had.... he was telling me, his only obligation was to give me the paperwork from my last physical. Any questions I asked were answered with disdain; he had other of his own regular patients to see and any issues I have, should be addressed at my yearly exam (even though my problems need more immediate attention than that) He totally disregarded any of my concerns. To top it off, he was nearly an hour late in getting to the clinic while I sat & waited for this inconsiderate person to finally arrive. I was obviously a complete inconvenience for him... I'm not so young in years, that I can float by without applying more vigilance to my health needs... it is inconceivable that a doctor would be so flippant with a 79 year old individual as to pass off any relevant concerns & (without even hearing my questions) was told anything on my mind had to be addressed @ NEXT YEAR'S annual exam! read more

Dr. Timothy O'Connell ignored my father's complaint of pain. As a medical professional, when your patient complains of any pain, it should always be addressed. Timothy told my father that he would only address the main reason for the visit. Absolute bullshit from a physician. I spoke to a supervisor named Ayo, who said they would call me back, but I have not heard from them since our initial phone call. read more

This doctor, unfortunately, doesn't seem to care at all about his patients and can be condescending. He also seems to rush you and dismiss you. He refused to help me when requesting a note for work..I'm a new mom and have to deal with the pain of work because he refuses to help me. read more

Stay away from this man He is rude condescending and downright mean . He doesn't any questions without trying to make you feel stupid . The worst so called Dr I've ever been too . I would NEVER go back to the unprofessional and rude man read more

Stay away from this rude uncaring so called doctor. What a joke!! Rude, disrespectful piece of work. We overheard him talking trash about one of his patients. Very professional. He did nothing for my mom but tried to put her down. If he would have done his job things would have ended differently. Pure garbage!!!!!! read more

I recently lost my doctor at this facility so they gave me Dr O'Connell. Not knowing anything about this guy and very skeptical... to my surprise this doctor did an excellent job! I recently had to go back for a second time and once again he cured me. He is very smart, experienced and caring. He will get the job done. I'm very excited to have a reliable and knowledgeable doctor on my side. I rarely review but this guy really made my day. He probably didn't realize it. Good dude. read more

Dr. Timothy O'Connell. I recently moved to Gardena and changed my primary care physician to Dr. O'Connell based on proximity and the fact that he was the only local doctor in a health care medial group, in my insurance network, and without negative yelp reviews. Scratch that, he didn't have any reviews, negative or positive. So I go to Dr. O'Connell unscheduled and ask if they can fit me in to be seen. They fit me in to be seen and I'm most appreciative. Upon seeing Dr. O'Connell and expressing my concerns, he provides a common viral explanation of my symptoms and medication as treatment for such. However, I request further testing to insure proper diagnoses to avoid having to come back should his opinion not outweigh actually lab results. His reply?..."testing would be a waste of our medical resources. I'm just telling you the truth" I told him, "I however, would just feel more comfortable knowing testing was done while I'm here so I'm not risking my health and coming back again later". His reply, "You know it's people like you that waste medical resources and cost insurance dollars with unnecessary testing." The remainder of my visit ends up with him being completely rude in response to additional labs I requested which included a check of my low thyroid levels, high cholesterol, and high glucose levels. In response, I finally voice my irritation in NORMAL volume, how I find it very AWKWARD I'm struggling to get medical assistance and labs completed for things I shouldn't have to ask for in the first place. Rather, things he should be suggesting based on my prior medical history. After telling him this, he says..."You know I have to say, I'm really uncomfortable with you too and you make me feel awkward. I think we'll have to reassess the probability of our future appointments together." A week later after I've complained to his corporate office, I'm calling his office for test results. He provides them on speakerphone and I hear a woman standing next to him while he speaks to me in an artificially friendly tone. He then wishes me a good day at the end, AND THINKS HE'S HUNG UP ON ME! ....HE HADN'T! I QUIETLY LISTEN AS FOR THE LAST 30 SECONDS OF THE CALL, THE WOMAN NEXT TO HIM SAYS, "IS THAT THE NUT YOU WERE TALKING ABOUT?" HE SAYS, "THAT'S THE F@CKIN NUT". Trust me, I wish I was "nuts enough" to even make this whole story up... unfortunately, I'm not that good of a writer. Do not go here, and until Dr. O'Connell and that staff member are addressed properly (removed) by Healthcare Partners, stay far away from this medical group and any other of it's locations if you can help it. Don't believe me? Just yelp the reviews of it's other locations too. read more

Saw him today for an annual physical. He's personable, asked good questions. Could be a bit more thorough.

I would not recommend this doctor at all. He was very RUDE to me over the phone when I asked him a simple question after a recent visit. Also, the building he works out of is a complete DUMP. The building is old and dirty and in the middle of a bad neighborhood. Don't waste your time. read more

This Dr. needs to LOSE HIS LICENSE! He is RUDE and gives my mother terrible advice! DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME. My mom went to this quack to try and get to the bottom of the cold she's had for two months. The Dr. says casually, "Oh ya, well, it's your EMPHYSEMA that's causing the problem." HE NEVER DIGAGNOSED MY MOM WITH THIS CONDITION!! My Mother says, "You never told me this! Don't you think I'd remember if you told me I have EMPHYSEMA?!" The doctor then asked my mom if she was having MEMORY PROBLEMS. I think I will lodge a complaint against him with the AMA. read more

This place felt like an overcrowded hospital than a doctor's office. They take in too many patients. I waited on the cold table in the gown they gave me for over 20 minutes. They told me that they would come back, but they didn't. It was a very long appointment. I have never went to a doctor's office that took a hour and a half to finish. If you do have the option to pick a doctor, I would recommend looking elsewhere. read more

Totally misdiagnosed a problem with my neck area, he stated it was a skin infection. I went the following day to my primary doctor who found that what O'Connell stated was totally wrong. Won't be seeing this guy again in urgent care read more