I am a board certified, fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity orthopaedic surgeon. It was during my fellowship that I began to take a strong interest in helping patients with ailments of the hand and upper extremity. It was at that time that I began refining my expertise in surgical treatments for trigger finger and carpal tunnel release, rotator cuff repair and shoulder replacement surgery. In my practice, I specialize in endoscopic carpal tunnel release; hand, wrist, and upper extremity fractures; upper extremity arthritis including basal joint, wrist, elbow, and shoulder; arthroscopic shoulder surgery including rotator cuff repair; shoulder replacement surgery; as well as, peripheral nerve compression neuropathies and injuries. I regularly perform upper extremity trauma surgery for fractures as well as tendon and nerve injuries. I also specialize in wide awake surgical techniques, such that patients do not require sedation, including trigger finger release, Dupuytren’s contracture, mass excisions, and tendon repairs.

I see patients in Victor and Canandaigua because I am committed to keeping patient care local and maximizing the patient experience while minimizing their travel.

Certified Specialties

Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Surgery of the Hand - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Faculty Appointments

Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedics - Department of Orthopaedics (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Hand Surgery, Mount Sinai Hospital. 2017 - 2018

Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, SUNY Upstate Medical University. 2013 - 2017

Internship, Orthopaedic Surgery, SUNY Upstate Medical University. 2012 - 2013

Education

MD | New York University School of Medicine. 2012

Awards

J.T. Tai Scholarship for Academic Achievement. 2009 - 2011

Outstanding Undergraduate Scholar Award. 2008

Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society. 2008

Distinguished Research Scholar Award. 2008

Undergraduate Award in Biochemistry. 2008

Daniel Pasto Research Fellowship. 2008

USTFCCCA Division III Academic All-American Indoor Track & Field. 2008

Undergraduate Award in Physical Chemistry. 2007

Salutatorian. 2004

Research

I am interested in hand, wrist, and elbow biomechanics. I am especially interested in distal radius fracture care, as well as elbow instability and elbow ligament reconstruction. I am a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.

Publications

Journal Articles

Hamate body fracture treated with headless compression screws: A case report.

Lander RD, O'Donnell MJ

International journal of surgery case reports.. 2025 November 136 :111890. Epub 09/04/2025.

Chronic locked anterior shoulder dislocation with impaction of the humeral head onto the coracoid: a case report.

Lander RD, O'Donnell MJ

Clinics in shoulder and elbow.. 2023 June 26 (2):212-216. Epub 11/03/2022.

Isolated Avulsion Fracture of the Extensor Carpi Ulnaris: A Case Report and Review of Literature.

Carroll TJ, O'Donnell M

Cure?us.. 2023 March 15 (3):e36504. Epub 03/22/2023.

A Case of Metastatic Prostate Cancer to the Distal Phalanx.

Lander RD, O'Donnell MJ

Hand : official journal of the American Association for Hand Surgery.. 2022 May 17 (3):NP1-NP4. Epub 07/03/2021.

High median nerve injury after arthroscopic elbow contracture release with complete recovery at 6 months.

O'Donnell MJ, Hausman MR

Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery. 2019 October 28 (10):e352-e356. Epub 08/16/2019.

Spondylolisthesis with spondylolysis in a 17-month-old: a case report.

O'Donnell M, Lavelle WF, Sun MH

Journal of spine surgery.. 2017 December 3 (4):689-692. Epub 1900 01 01.

Is There a Long-term Mortality from Bariatric Surgery?

O'Donnell, M.

Clinical Correlations: The NYU Langone Online Journal of Medicine. 2012; .

Complexation Between Rhodamine 101 and Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes Indicative of Solvent-Nanotube Interaction Strength

Collison, C; O'Donnell, M; Alexander, J.

J Phys Chem C. 2008; 112(39): 151440-50.

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.8

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.8

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.8

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.8

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.8

Patient Comments

5.0

Care provider explained that I would not need P.T. At the end of my treatment/recovery however it would be available to me if I felt I needed or wanted physical therapy at the end. That made me feel secure knowing that I have this option for P.T. If I need it.

Jan 29, 2026

5.0

Good

Jan 23, 2026

5.0

Pleasant and upfront.

Jan 16, 2026

3.4

I can say that Dr. O'Donnell eased my mind. I still have pain and can't sleep at night. Can't wait for surgery. It will be 7 weeks .

Dec 19, 2025

5.0

Dr O'Donnell is a great doctor. An excellent surgeon. I am so grateful for the nice surgery he did on my left wrist. And look forward to the upcoming surgery by him on my right wrist.

Dec 18, 2025

5.0

I got a great explanation of why my wrist is still hurting they made recommendations and explained what I should do to help with recovery

Dec 12, 2025

5.0

Personable, thorough and professional.

Nov 07, 2025

5.0

Always proactive and insures my understanding, takes his time.

Sep 11, 2025

5.0

He was excellent and explained everything to me in a way to understand.

Sep 07, 2025

5.0

Dr O'Donnell seems to be a very focused and professional man I appreciate he had the confidence of someone in his role and I appreciate what he did for my wrist.

Aug 14, 2025

3.4

Seemed in a rush, didn't spend much time

Jul 19, 2025

5.0

Very down to earth and informative ! Answered all questions !

Jun 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. O'Donnell demonstrates a thoughtful and caring attitude each time I have an appointment. I appreciate his careful attention to detail in explaining the continued healing process as a result of the surgery. .

May 31, 2025

5.0

The doctor was very informative and took his time to answer all my questions

May 03, 2025

5.0

My provider was exceptional - very knowledgeable, patient, and thorough.

Apr 29, 2025

5.0

I recommend

Apr 06, 2025

5.0

Doc O'Donnell thank you! My hand already feels better

Mar 28, 2025

5.0

My doctor took the time to carefully explain the situation and describe how my wrist was going to heal, and the fact that surgery was not gonna be an option

Feb 21, 2025

5.0

The doctor is attentive, clear and compassionate. I felt well informed and cared for during my visit.

Jan 23, 2025

5.0

Caring and concerned. Made me feel I was a person not just another number.

Dec 28, 2024

5.0

I am close to the end of my care with this doctor. I have always been treated promptly and with care from him and his entire staff. Any calls or emails were returned promptly.

Dec 19, 2024

5.0

Wonderful

Nov 20, 2024

5.0

Extremely thorough. Told me about things from other tests that were never told to me

Nov 15, 2024

4.6

Every thing was very good

Nov 02, 2024

5.0

Dr O'Donnell is an excellent surgeon & practitioner in my opinion

Oct 27, 2024

5.0

Both the Doctor and NP were excellent.

Oct 26, 2024

5.0

I've had previous surgery from doctor when he was in [...] and was so happy with him that I was willing to travel to receive treatment from him again.

Oct 16, 2024

5.0

A pleasant trip to the doctors office as pne could ask for

Oct 15, 2024

5.0

Amanda Rose and Dr O'Donnell ensured that all questions were answered and that I had all the information needed to choose my next best treatment

Oct 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. O'Donnell explained my wrist mRI and surgery options very clearly I am confident that he will be a great surgeon and help my wrist

Oct 09, 2024

5.0

I will always recommend the U of R

Sep 09, 2024

5.0

I was very impressed with my first visit to this Dr.

Aug 31, 2024

5.0

Most definitely your hospital was the third one II was in 24 hours. By far the best decision I ever made. Was walking out of theirs and into your hospital. [...]

Aug 29, 2024

5.0

Everyone was very professional and so concerned about my hand issue.

Aug 16, 2024

5.0

Outstanding

Jun 20, 2024

5.0

He is a great doctor to deal with

Jun 01, 2024

5.0

I love doctors & nurses.

May 10, 2024

5.0

The BEST DOCTOR EVER

May 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. O'Donnell is a skilled and caring physician. I have recommended him to family and friends.

Apr 23, 2024

5.0

Very pleased with Dr. O'Donnell

Apr 15, 2024

5.0

Wxcellent

Mar 28, 2024

5.0

This provider, by far, is the excellent - He exceeds my expectations at each visit - He's caring, thoughtful "down-to-Earth" and relatives and does an excellent job caring for me.

Feb 29, 2024

5.0

I completely appreciated how the doctor led me through the injection he gave me. The words he said to me kept me calm and it was so quick. He was very thorough in his conversations.

Feb 29, 2024

5.0

Good.

Feb 14, 2024

5.0

He explained everything and was very pleasant.

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

I was seen for a probable rotator cuff injury. With the information the provider had the course of action could not be determined. An MRI was necessary to determine the extent of the Injury. The office arranged for me to obtain the MRI that evening and set up a follow up appointment 3 days later to determine the course of action required based on the severity of the injury. I have the follow up tomorrow am. They really helped out in arranging a quick turn around time.

Nov 08, 2023

5.0

Confidence that this Dr. Is at the top of his game.

Oct 21, 2023

4.5

Straight forward, quick, overall good experience

Sep 08, 2023

5.0

I already have recommended Dr. O'Donnell to someone who asked me about my hand surgery.

Aug 22, 2023

2.9

Dr. O'Donnell was very disappointing. Bedside manner was aweful. My mom and husband were with me and he was arrogant and rude in all of our opinions. As soon as we left, we all said he is not touching me.

Jul 27, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable, listen, answered questions. Will definitely recommend to others -

May 17, 2023

1.2

I am not getting well from elbow injury. Throughout this journey Dr O has not been a good listener. [...] He Is very defensive and condescending. [...]

May 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. O'Donnell was excellent - explained what was to be done & performed the procedure! I am on the mend!

Apr 25, 2023

5.0

He is the best I dealt with.

Feb 14, 2023

5.0

Great experience!!

Feb 11, 2023