Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics & Spine Specialists, PC
Neurosurgery
Waterbury, CT
Most recent review: 1 week ago
Recent
4.9
55 Ratings
28 Comments
Dr. Michael O'Brien, M.D., is a board-eligible neurosurgeon and he is fellowship trained in complex spine surgery, including minimally invasive procedures and open deformity. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from American University in Washington, DC and his Master of Science in Biology from New York University in New York City. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from SUNY Upstate Medical University and completed his neurological surgery residency as well as spine fellowship at Albany Medical Center.
Dr. Michael O'Brien, M.D., is a board-eligible neurosurgeon and he is fellowship trained in complex spine surgery, including minimally invasive procedures and open deformity. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from American University in Washington, DC and his Master of Science in Biology from New York University in New York City. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from SUNY Upstate Medical University and completed his neurological surgery residency as well as spine fellowship at Albany Medical Center.
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Listened carefully to my comments about specific areas of pain ad then made suggestions for future follow-up. Very personable! Gthe office is clean and the people working there afre very nice. It is a welcoming place with the highest standards and credentials.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. O’Brien was very attentive, listened to my concerns, and gave options in regard to surgery.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Dr O'Brien is a scholar and a gentleman he's very patient and he takes the time to listen which is extremely important.
It was such a pleasure having him as my doctor this past year.
I'm very pleased with the outcome and all of his pain management suggestions which has left me very optimistic in my continued journey to healing.
The entire staff is absolutely awesome.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Excellent, professional care.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. O’Brien was extremely knowledgeable and explained my injuries to me in a way I could understand. He was also very patient and answered all questions I had. I highly recommend him!
(2 months ago)
Feb-2026
Very hospitable.
(2 months ago)
Jan-2026
Very nice and respectful and helpful with suggestions
(2 months ago)
Jan-2026
He listened carefully, made good recommendations and ordered a test. I feel the MRI referral could have been done in less than a week,however especially if in pain.
(2 months ago)
Jan-2026
He does listen to you
(4 months ago)
Nov-2025
He was professional Very courteous He told me what was real I appreciated it
(4 months ago)
Nov-2025
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Waterbury
500 Chase Parkway Waterbury, CT 06708
Dr. Michael O'Brien, M.D., is a Board eligible neurosurgeon who joined the NOSS team in August of 2024. He is fellowship trained in complex spine surgery, including minimally invasive procedures and open deformity.
His philosophy of care is to treat each unique patient as he would a member of his own family, using the latest advances in surgical technology to provide the most appropriate care, starting with the least invasive modalities when possible. Dr. O’Brien earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from American University in Washington, DC and his Master of Science in Biology from New York University in New York City.
He earned his Doctor of Medicine from SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York and completed his neurological surgery residency as well as spine fellowship at Albany Medical Center in Albany, New York. Dr. O’Brien was awarded the Graduate Medical Education Committee Resident Recognition Award during residency.
He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and North American Spine Society.
Listened carefully to my comments about specific areas of pain ad then made suggestions for future follow-up. Very personable! Gthe office is clean and the people working there afre very nice. It is a welcoming place with the highest standards and credentials.
Dr. O’Brien was very attentive, listened to my concerns, and gave options in regard to surgery.
Dr O'Brien is a scholar and a gentleman he's very patient and he takes the time to listen which is extremely important. It was such a pleasure having him as my doctor this past year. I'm very pleased with the outcome and all of his pain management suggestions which has left me very optimistic in my continued journey to healing. The entire staff is absolutely awesome.
Excellent, professional care.
Dr. O’Brien was extremely knowledgeable and explained my injuries to me in a way I could understand. He was also very patient and answered all questions I had. I highly recommend him!
Very hospitable.
Very nice and respectful and helpful with suggestions
He listened carefully, made good recommendations and ordered a test. I feel the MRI referral could have been done in less than a week,however especially if in pain.
He does listen to you
He was professional Very courteous He told me what was real I appreciated it