
Todd M O'Brien, MD
Shoulder Orthopedic SurgeryShoulder and Elbow Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Todd M O'Brien
Dr. Todd O’Brien provides comprehensive care for the shoulder with compassion and empathy. He believes that shared decision making with his patients is critical for both achieving optimal surgical outcome and outstanding patient satisfaction. In addition, his work in patient safety and quality directly benefits his patients in achieving the best possible outcome.
Dr. O’Brien grew up in Andover, MA. He earned his undergraduate degree in economics from the University of Rochester. He earned his MD from the University of Massachusetts Medical School in Worcester where he was a member of the Medical School honor society, Alpha Omega Alpha Honors. Dr. O’Brien completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. After completing his residency, he was chosen to be a fellow in the Intercontinental Shoulder and Elbow Fellowship, a combined reconstructive fellowship of Massachusetts General Hospital and the Balgrist Klinik in Zurich, Switzerland. Dr. O’Brien also has an MBA from the Yale School of Management and is deeply involved in healthcare improvement.
Dr. O’Brien devotes the majority of his practice to reconstructive shoulder surgery including total shoulder replacement, reverse total shoulder replacement, and arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. Dr. O’Brien performs a high volume of joint replacement surgeries yearly, including complex revision procedures.
Locations
- Massachusetts General Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic
- 104 Endicott Street, Lower Level 00, Danvers, MA 01923
- Get Directions
- phone: 978-882-6900
- fax: 978-882-6919
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Orthopaedics/Shoulder, 2005
- Fellowship: Balgrist Hospital, Shoulder Surgery, 2005
- Residency: Balgrist Klinik, 2005
- Residency: Strong Memorial Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2004
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2007
Insurance
- Aetna
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Humana
- Maine Community Health Options
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- Medicaid CT
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid RI
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
- WellSense NH
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
234 ratings, 93 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 2/4/2026
I would have liked a little bit more detail about the surgery. I met him for the first time, and I'm supposed to be able to trust someone who's going to cut into me without providing me details of what exactly they're gonna be doing to my body. Hmmm
- Reviewed on 2/4/2026
I respect and admire Dr. O'Brien as a provider and surgeon. He is a skilled practitioner as well as a professional co-worker who genuinely cares about his patients.
- Reviewed on 2/1/2026
Excellent lot of empathy and great care
- Reviewed on 2/1/2026
Dr O'Brien and His PA [redacted] are always professional and kind! They make good use of our time together and get things done on a timely basis! I cannot say enough good things about them or their staff! I highly recommend them to anyone looking for their services!
- Reviewed on 1/31/2026
I had a feeling that Dr. O'Brien was going beyond the assessment of the situation from a pure medical point of view He had a care and concern for my well-being For that, I was thankful
- Reviewed on 1/30/2026
Wonderful !
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr O'Brien was delightful. He treated me with respect, talked about all the options to treat my shoulder, never seemed to be in a hurry and listened to what I had to say. I would and have recommended him to others.
- Reviewed on 1/21/2026
It was excellent!
- Reviewed on 1/8/2026
Provider was thorough, listened to what I had to say and clearly discussed all options with me.
- Reviewed on 1/7/2026
Dr O'brien was great. He gave me a cortisone shot for my shoulder. He put me out of my misery. [redacted] The doctor was kind and very knowledgeable. It was a pleasure
- Reviewed on 1/6/2026
I have seen Dr. O'Brien on a few occasions and he is always pleasant and easy to communicate with. His staff are A+ too.
- Reviewed on 1/10/2026
Dr O'Brien was very informative, thoughtful and professional
- Reviewed on 1/4/2026
Great experience...prompt and courteous!!
- Reviewed on 1/3/2026
He was very thorough and gave me hope for the possibility of treatment for my shoulder.
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Polite, respectful and patient.
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Doctor was not confident nor did he offer any medical care options. Focused more on past surgeries rather then why I was there. Made me feel belittled and frustrated
- Reviewed on 12/14/2025
He was professional, kind and pleasant. He took the time to listen to me and came up with next steps to get to the root of the problem.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr O'Brien reviewed my past imaging and operative report, including the photographs he took during surgery. He was very attentive to my concerns and came up with a plan for injection. He explained it thoroughly and carried it out well.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr.O'Brien was very friendly and easy to talk to.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
A team that works like a well oiled machine ! Caring and kind
- Reviewed on 12/8/2025
Knowledgeable and respectful
- Reviewed on 12/7/2025
He has kept me from having shoulder surgery.
- Reviewed on 11/24/2025
The best orthopedic surgeon ever. The best doctor ever. Terrific doctor. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
The bestvpossible
- Reviewed on 11/22/2025
Dr.O'Brien conducted a complete analysis of my shoulder issues and provided me with exceptional pain relief on the spot. His hands on approach and skill were appreciated because he took the time to explain the best course of action to avoid surgery . I would highly recommend Dr.O'Brien to my associates.
- Reviewed on 11/18/2025
The visit with Dr. O'Brien was everything I had hoped for. He listened to my complaint, tested my shoulder briefly, took time to show me a bit of my MRI scan, and made clear and specific recommendations that left me feeling confident going forward. When I thought of some questions after leaving the appointment, he answered via patient gateway promptly and thoroughly. I couldn't be more pleased with his care.
- Reviewed on 11/14/2025
He was referred to me by three of my friends who have also had shoulder injuries. Very high recommendations and I totally agree.
- Reviewed on 11/14/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 11/3/2025
Dr O'brien was wonderful. Clear, insightful and extremely understanding. Absolutely went to the right person for this consult. Would absolutely recommend and have!!
- Reviewed on 11/2/2025
Dr O'Brien was easy to discuss my condition with and took into account my opinion about the best treatment options.
- Reviewed on 11/1/2025
Dr O'Brien has always taken his time and it's always very informative.
- Reviewed on 11/2/2025
It's was fairly brief but went well
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
Dr. O'Brien was very knowledgeable, very personable, and clearly concerned about the issues I wanted to discuss. I would recommend him highly to any patient.
- Reviewed on 10/27/2025
He was very informative and pleasant.
- Reviewed on 10/25/2025
Felt very comfortable
- Reviewed on 10/19/2025
Dr. Obrien is a very nice person
- Reviewed on 10/13/2025
Dr. O'Brien has operated on my husband and two of my sons, so we've been very happy with every time we've had him.
- Reviewed on 10/13/2025
Dr. O'Brian is the best provider, caring, wonderful doctor. One of his quirks I found disrespectful and rude. Despite that, he is so good, I definitely would go back. He's a wonderful doctor and a caring doctor. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 10/12/2025
Received answer to what was bothering me
- Reviewed on 10/11/2025
Excellent T provider and easy to talk with
- Reviewed on 10/10/2025
Very happy with my care
- Reviewed on 10/11/2025
Todd O'Brien is a competent, professional, fabulous doctor. And I have recommended him to several other people and wouldn't go to anyone else. I think he's terrific.
- Reviewed on 10/10/2025
Dr. O'Brien is professional and took his time with me to review my MRI. He instantly identified the issue that I have been dealing with. He made me feel comfortable and explained the issue so I could understand.
- Reviewed on 10/9/2025
Dr. O'Brien is excellent! He is thorough and took the time to explain my complicated shoulder situation. I highly recommend him!
- Reviewed on 10/8/2025
EXCELLENT. ATTENTIVE. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
- Reviewed on 10/3/2025
Excellent doctor, I highly recommend Dr. O'Brien. Very caring, very compassionate, and very thorough. Wonderful doctor.
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Excellent care
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
Very good
- Reviewed on 9/20/2025
The Dr. was very informative and had a great bedside manner. He answered all my questions. Explained everything.
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Very through.
- Reviewed on 9/8/2025
Doctor O'brien listened very carefully to what I was saying. He clearly explained what was possible to do and his opinion was sensible to carry out.
- Reviewed on 9/8/2025
Dr. O'Brien and his staff are outstanding. I highly recommend the practice.
- Reviewed on 9/8/2025
The wrong shoulder was mentioned in my chart. I corrected the MD in our conversation. When the call came to book an injection the wrong side was still documented in my record.
- Reviewed on 8/31/2025
First visit, was VERY happy with Dr. O'brien!
- Reviewed on 8/24/2025
The Doctor was knowledgeable, informed of my previous surgeries, pleasant, trustworthy, was not eager to do surgery automatically.
- Reviewed on 8/23/2025
He was very nice and took his time with me.
- Reviewed on 8/16/2025
Dr. Todd O'Brien was terrific.
- Reviewed on 8/7/2025
It was very polite, professional, answered every question I had, and was easy to talk to.
- Reviewed on 8/6/2025
Excellent experience and very well done and I appreciated Todd being early to the call.
- Reviewed on 8/4/2025
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- Reviewed on 8/3/2025
Very respectful
- Reviewed on 8/13/2025
Dr O'Brien is an amazing doctor. I have had three shoulder surgeries and if needed another I would o ly want him to take care of it.
- Reviewed on 8/3/2025
Dr. O'Brien's professionalism, expertise, competence and compassion is unmatched - top notch. After 2 shoulder surgeries he performed on me, I am now pain free.
- Reviewed on 8/3/2025
Always pays attention to what i am saying
- Reviewed on 7/22/2025
I was very satisfied with Dr O'Brien and the care I received.
- Reviewed on 7/12/2025
It wasn't brain surgery! Just a cortisone shot
- Reviewed on 6/20/2025
Dr O'Brien had already reviewed my shoulder MRI and asked me detailed questions on how my shoulder was feeling. He did a range of motion test on my shoulder. He was very thorough. He provided excellent care
- Reviewed on 6/12/2025
Dr. O'Brien is an excellent healthcare provider from my experiences with him. He is expert and knowledgeable, and listens attentively to any questions or comments that I have for him. He knew all the details of my healthcare history, including beyond orthopedics. The care I receive is first rate.
- Reviewed on 6/11/2025
Very good experience Office staff as well as MD pleasant knowledge Would recommend
- Reviewed on 6/11/2025
Great
- Reviewed on 6/4/2025
Dr Todd O'Brien is a pleasant man easy to talk to about your personal health. He assured me many times that I had a long-term injury and while I was shocked to hear the news here I am a year later and he was 100% correct
- Reviewed on 5/28/2025
Dr O'Brien is attentive and respectful when listening to concerns and comes up with solutions to your orthopedic problems
- Reviewed on 5/18/2025
Listened to my issues and resolved all
- Reviewed on 5/18/2025
My experience was excellent. He listened to what I had to say. He is going to fix my shoulders
- Reviewed on 5/15/2025
I thought he was very thorough and he moved me into the next direction of my issue and hopefully he'll follow up with me after that.
- Reviewed on 5/14/2025
His diagnosis was completely different from the first surgeon that I saw in Florida. I am extremely grateful he is taking a more conservative approach.
- Reviewed on 5/13/2025
I think Dr. O'Brien and his staff are very thorough and do a great job.
- Reviewed on 5/12/2025
Very thoughtful and caring professional. Very appreciative that he has been my doctor.
- Reviewed on 5/11/2025
It met my expectations. Very confident with my appointment.
- Reviewed on 5/10/2025
Very helpful
- Reviewed on 5/9/2025
Always excellent care. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 5/7/2025
The doctor explained what is going on with my shoulder and why I should wait awhile and see if it gets better before considering any surgery. It all makes sense to me and he will follow up in the future to see what develops. I was happy with our conversation.
- Reviewed on 5/5/2025
Was satisfied
- Reviewed on 5/3/2025
Hi, Dr. O'Brien was very informative to me. I'm nervous about, you know, my surgery and I think he was trying to help me to not be so nervous. He had a positive way to make me feel better. So hopefully everything will go good and I'm really glad that I do have him. Okay, thank you. Bye.
- Reviewed on 5/3/2025
I did a great job, shoulder feel is great, the injection went well and that's it.
- Reviewed on 5/3/2025
Doctor O'Brien is extremely thoughtful, considerate and compassionate Doctor. It is an absolute pleasure to visit his office. Sincerely, [redacted]
- Reviewed on 5/3/2025
Dr O'Brien was great, and his staff including the NP are wonderful and helpful.
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
Dr O'Brien is a very in my opinion is a very nice Doctor who has provided good care for my right shoulder problem
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
Dr o'brien is fabulous
- Reviewed on 4/9/2025
I think that he was great. Everything I needed, he gave me. I'd go back to him and I'd recommend him.
- Reviewed on 4/3/2025
Dr. O'Brien was extremely helpful. I was looking for a second opinion and he was very knowledgeable and he actually told me exactly what I was hoping he was going to tell me and I was very impressed with his ability to diagnose my issue.
- Reviewed on 4/2/2025
Very professional and efficient
- Reviewed on 4/2/2025
The doctor (Dr. O'Brien) not only dealt with my current condition but also offered some very helpful perspective on how I should be thinking about my care in the coming decade plus timeframe. He described how technology has migrated and might further migrate.