Hand surgeon Dr. O'Neill is a partner at Bluegrass Orthopaedics & Hand Care. He is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame and St. Louis University School of Medicine. He completed a general surgery residency at the University of South Florida, a plastic surgery residency and a microsurgery fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine (Houston, TX) and a hand surgery fellowship at the Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Microsurgery. He served as Chief of Hand Surgery at the VA Hospital until 1997. He then moved to Lexington, KY to establish a dedicated office to serve Central and Eastern Kentucky.
Dr. O'Neill was one of the chief surgeons on the transplant team that performed the first two of three human hand transplants in the United States.
Specialties
Peripheral Nerve Damage
Hand and Wrist Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
CHI - St Joseph East
Bluegrass Specialty Surgery Center
Residencies
University of South Florida - General Surgery
Baylor College of Medicine - Plastic Surgery & Microsurgery
Medical Degree
St. Louis University of Medicine
Fellowships
Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Microsurgery
Treatment for the Following Injuries
Hand Injuries & Fractures
Sports Injuries (Knee, Shoulder, Ankle, etc.)
Work Injuries
Repetitive Injuries
Foot & Ankle Injuries & Disorders
Joint Replacement
Spinal Injury & Disease•Shoulder, Hand and Wrist Disorders
MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00am - 5:00pm *Office may close 4:30PM on Friday
Physical Therapy
MONDAY - FRIDAY 7:00am - 6:00pm
Warm and friendly staff. They treat you like you are part of the family.
Anonymous
Dr O'Neill has performed hand surgery on me. I am so pleased with the results. All my questions were answered, alternatives discussed. I have recommended friends and family to him, and they recommend him to their friends and family. One...Dr O'Neill has performed hand surgery on me. I am so pleased with the results. All my questions were answered, alternatives discussed. I have recommended friends and family to him, and they recommend him to their friends and family. One of the true treasures of the Lexington medical community!
Anonymous
I had a question about my tendons in my left hand, middle finger regarding tendon stretching. Dr. O'Neill and a therapist gave me the information I needed to make a decision. Same compassionate care I always receive from Dr. O. Now I...I had a question about my tendons in my left hand, middle finger regarding tendon stretching. Dr. O'Neill and a therapist gave me the information I needed to make a decision. Same compassionate care I always receive from Dr. O. Now I just have to make one.
Anonymous
He's a great dr. Short sweet and to the point. He's honest and truly cares about his patients.
Anonymous
Dr. ONeil was very knowledgeable and appropriately direct and factual.
He discussed different surgical options but guided us toward that which he felt was best in my case. He discussed expected benefits, time of recovery and possible...Dr. ONeil was very knowledgeable and appropriately direct and factual.
He discussed different surgical options but guided us toward that which he felt was best in my case. He discussed expected benefits, time of recovery and possible complications. He was easy to relate to and discuss the procedure.
John Loventhal
Loventhal John
What a terrific doctor and human being! Thanks for caring about my friends arm and scheduling for next-day surgery.
Toni
Dr O'Neill treated me for a dog bite. He was very kind & explained everything thoroughly. He answered all of my questions. I would highly recommend him to anyone. Top notch care!
Anonymous
Caring, interested, quick and to the point
Anonymous
Dr. O'Neill is a great surgeon. He always takes the time to listen, is compassionate and goes the extra mile to make sure the patient is taken care of. He is easy to talk to and thorough. I never feel rushed during my appointments. His...Dr. O'Neill is a great surgeon. He always takes the time to listen, is compassionate and goes the extra mile to make sure the patient is taken care of. He is easy to talk to and thorough. I never feel rushed during my appointments. His staff is great too - friendly and caring. I highly recommend Dr. O'Neill and this facility.
Tammy
Dr. O’Neil addressed the issues with my wrist in a prompt manner. I was very satisfied with my visit.
Anonymous
Outstanding surgeon!!! I have been a patient of and worked with Dr. O'Neill's patients as a therapist in an independent practice for over 15 years and can tell you that he is one of the very best. I have also referred many patients,...Outstanding surgeon!!! I have been a patient of and worked with Dr. O'Neill's patients as a therapist in an independent practice for over 15 years and can tell you that he is one of the very best. I have also referred many patients, friends and family members to him, including my own spouse and children. I can assure you that you will receive the highest quality of care.
J.A.
I love Dr.O’Neill.I would recommend him to anyone.I can only praise his work and will continue to go to him as needed.
Wanda Collinsworth
Dr. O'Neill has preformed CMC arthroplasties on both of my thumb joints. I am completely satisfied with the results and frequently recommend him to friends, co-workers and family.
SARA
Dr ONeill operated on my thumb after a traumatic injury at the end of last year. I was worried that I would lose some function which would impair my performance necessary for my occupation. I have been 100% pleased with every aspect of...Dr ONeill operated on my thumb after a traumatic injury at the end of last year. I was worried that I would lose some function which would impair my performance necessary for my occupation. I have been 100% pleased with every aspect of the care I received from Dr ONeill. My surgery was completely successful. I have full use of my thumb. Dr ONeill treated me with respect. He knew I was experiencing pain and he was most kind and caring. I highly recommend this surgeon.
Anonymous
Dr. O'Neil is an exceptional doctor who has a focus on successful treatments and outcomes for patients. Highly skilled and experienced he meets top standards of medical care and patient relationships. He is down to earth and very...Dr. O'Neil is an exceptional doctor who has a focus on successful treatments and outcomes for patients. Highly skilled and experienced he meets top standards of medical care and patient relationships. He is down to earth and very caring. I could not find a better doctor. Not a typical surgeon.
