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Dr. Jeffrey McConnell, MD

Dr. Jeffrey McConnell, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Jeffrey McConnell, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Allentown, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McConnell has extensive experience in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest and Lehigh Valley Hospital Hazleton. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 111 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (111 reviews)

Practice

1621 N Cedar Crest Blvd Allentown, PA 18104
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(610) 402-8900

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McConnell specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. McConnell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McConnell

4.7

111 ratings, 77 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jon P – Jan 15, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Feb 07, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Dec 21, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jenifer – Aug 11, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Tanya Jackson-Adair – May 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jim McCann – Apr 05, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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John M Carr – Dec 08, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
angela – Nov 07, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Grateful in Hazleton – Sep 12, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Karen Trivelpiece – Aug 31, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Aug 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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MD (Dee) H – Jun 15, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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stephen beck – Oct 25, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Ralph Burns – Sep 11, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Doug Hamilton RN, BSN – Sep 11, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 05, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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May 24, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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May 10, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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May 10, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 17, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. McConnell's patients benefit not only from his experience and skills as a spinal surgeon, but also from his dedication and caring. "Every patient's problem is unique and deserves the appropriate amount of time to diagnose their condition and discuss treatment options"  

biography

Dr. McConnell is a Pennsylvania native born in the same Philadelphia hospital where he ultimately graduated medical school.  His interest in Orthopaedics was drawn from his personal experience with a Rugby related knee injury...read more

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • E Tenn State University

  • Center For Spinal Studies University Nottingham

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002

  • University Of Maryland Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991

  • Geisinger Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • Geisinger Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical School, 1985

  • Bucknell University

    Undergraduate School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Lehigh Valley Hospital1621 N Cedar Crest Blvd Allentown, PA 18104
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Office798 Hausman Rd Allentown, PA 18104
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Practice

LVPG Advanced Spine Center-Hausman Road798 Hausman Rd Ste 100 Allentown, PA 18104
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Practice

Vsas Orthopaedics PC1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 110 Allentown, PA 18103
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest

    1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd
    Allentown, PA 18103
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lehigh Valley Hospital Hazleton

    700 E Broad St
    Hazleton, PA 18201

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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