Dr. William Conner
Family Medicine
Matthews, NC
27 years experience male
Locations
Conner Family Health Clinic
Matthews, NC
My office hours
Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Show morePhone
Practice website
Insurances accepted
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
Medicare
About
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Family Medicine
Licenses
United States: North Carolina
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
134 Answers
79 Agrees
The number of answers this doctor has agreed with.
A 20-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
May feel like it: bisoprolol is a beta blocker and needs to be tapered off gradually depending on your dose and the length of time you have been on it. If you stop it ... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
To be seen soon: I am concerned about your symptoms. You may have a gallbladder problem, lung problem, both of which could be serious. Your symptoms could be due to ... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
No problem: you are describing a problem that does not sound serious. Please relax and give me or your doctor more details. Good luck!
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 23-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Cocoa butter: or Mederma. See your doctor for further guidance. There may be some role for injected steroids or laser treatment. I am sorry that you have this probl... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 24-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Need evaluation!: You need a workup for the cause of your anxiety. Do you drink caffeine, coffee, or other energy drinks? Do you smoke? All can lead to anxiety and i... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 25-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Check up: The best way to ascertain your current health is a physical exam with your trusted MD. You will have the basics done: height, weight, body mass index... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 24-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
How's your appendix?: You need a doctor exam to check for tenderness in the right lower quadrant. Appendicitis pain may start in the belly button and move to the right low... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 27-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Are you a smoker?: Without knowing all your history, I prefer you see a doctor and let him/her listen to your lungs. You make have a walking pneumonia. If you smoke, y... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 40-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Possible Stye: You need to see an eye doctor. Your primary doctor may also make the diagnosis. Styes are infection of the eyelid that resolve over time with the aid ... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
287 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 30-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
L-lysine: You may have herpes simplex one which can cause cold sores. You may try the supplement L-lysine which may reduce the frequency. Also at the first sig... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
305 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 26-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Ulcer or heartburn?: Sounds as if you have either heartburn or even an ulcer. Do you take a lot of motrin, ibuprofen, naproxen or Goody's headache powders? These can cau... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Please stop: Cracking your fingers may not be terribly bad for you, but I am sure the students next to you are irritated. This is an obsessive behavior and can be... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.8k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 21-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Periods can vary: I would suggest you try not to worry about a late period. Since you have not had sex, the late period could be due to stress, lack of good nutrition... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 59-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Symptoms?: Often your symptoms dictate what insurances will cover. Usually they do not pay for screenings but if you have severe headache, blurred vision, dizzin... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 22-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
EKG?: Caffeine may cause these symptoms but you need an ekg and possibly a holter monitor to rule out a dangerous condition.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 35-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Cyst vs. abscess: Cysts have a foul odor of the cheesy material inside. You may have had an abscess. See doc if it returns.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 50-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Need consult: If the lesion is "affecting the left side of face" then you may need antibiotics or even an incision to drain the lesion. A primary care provider coul... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
319 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Lack of energy: If an infant is ill, he/she will lack a vigorous cry, lack interest in feeding. The infant will sleep much more than normal. The muscle tone may be r... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Hard to say: I suspect you have a problem that may resolve on its own. You may have rectal bleeding due to the diarrhea; you may have ruptured a hemorrhoid . If... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Outside the vagina: The vulva is the area outside the vagina. Just apply cream in this area.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 23-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
E cigs?: E-cigs are the great unknown. You should stop smoking. Use e-cigs if needed.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 20-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Yes normal. : Stop smoking or you will have a terrible x-ray.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 29-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
See doc for lumps. : These could be impinging on nerves causing carpal tunnel syndrome. You should see a doctor.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Common bumps: Most women have these bumps. See your doctor if they are painful to evaluate for infection.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 29-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Sebaceous cyst: I suspect you have an inflamed cyst. This may need to be opened and drained. Please see your trusted doctor. Good luck.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 47-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
NAACP: Eosinophils are a type of white blood cell which are higher in people with allergies. Other causes are neoplasm, autoimmune disease, connective tissue... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 45-year-old member asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
I do not expect it: Unfortunately drug users are good at covering up their habits. They are often charming and great manipulators. I would not have confidence in a drug... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 43-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Check blood pressure: You may have undiagnosed high blood pressure. You could have a sinus infection. Do you have muscles aches? You may have poly myalgia rheumatica. Pl... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 36-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
No. : You should see doctor. You could have a dangerous condition. You need your thyroid and hemoglobin checked. Drink no caffeine.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
May need medicine: Your ear may now have a middle ear infection which may need antibiotics; often a cold precedes a bacterial illness. Please see your friendly doctor w... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 37-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Apply pressure: I suspect by applying pressure the bleeding will stop. If not you should go to an emergency room. If the bleeding does stop today then go see your doc... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Indeed: Your family doctor should have all reports. Sometimes you must complete a medical records release form to have reports sent to your family doctor. Goo... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 37-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
To Doctor now: Your child needs a neurological evaluation this morning. The fact that he vomited could signify a more serious problem than a concussion. Take him t... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 18-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Reflux possible: You may have acid into your throat.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 17-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Need to see: You should see doctor, however, i suspect you have a benign bump.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Infection: I am concerned you may have a kidney infection. You should see a doctor asap before you become more ill. Good luck.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 21-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Needs urine test!: The fever is more worrisome. Your girl needs a urine test. I do not believe scoliosis would effect her pregnancy. Back pain is quite common in pregna... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 25-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Ok: Metformin may stimulate ovulation. It can help with weight loss. It can cause abdominal pain and nausea. I may affect your electrolytes. See a doctor... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 39-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Nerve impingement?: you may have a nerve impingement. See a doc to help discover the cause of your pain. You could even have an early case of shingles. Be ware for arriva... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 48-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
See Doc: Your symptoms are worrisome. Get your kidney function and heart checked out. Are you short of breath? Lasix (furosemide) is not always wise to use ... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 51-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Very concerned: i am sorry for your struggles. I urge you to get help. Please see your doc ASAP for an evaluation. Your eating disorder can cause electrolye abnormali... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 18-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
See Doctor: I am concerned about how thin you are. You need a full medical and psychological evaluation. You need blood tests performed to rule out hormone proble... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
2.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 39-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Gallbladder?: I suspect you need an ultrasound to ascertain exactly what the problem is.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
319 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 34-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Polypharmacy: I am sorry for your misdiagnoses. You are on too many medicines including some that have similar indications. Your situation is quite complex. I would... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
798 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
No need: The spreading bruise is only due to the blood spreading due to gravity. I suspect you are fine. The bruise will take a few weeks to resolve. Happy hea... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
319 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 23-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Cysts vs abscess vs : You may have an infected cyst, an abscess or just an imbedded hair follicle. You may try a common pain reliever but i advise a face to face doctor vis... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Check prolactin.: You have galactorrhea. This may be a benign condition but you should see a doctor to check your prolactin level, especially if you have any headaches... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 33-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Tachycardia: The fact that you are dizzy and have nausea with such a high heart rate is alarming. You need to have an ekg performed to ascertain your rhythm. You m... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 27-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Indeed: You have a subconjunctival hemorrhage due to the increased pressure you created in your eye by blowing your nose. Be careful. The redness will resol... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 21-year-old male asked:
Dr. William Conneranswered
Family Medicine 27 years experience
Yes. : That's a good sign. I suspect you are better.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
TestimonialsRecommendations and Thank you notes are endorsements given from patients or other doctors.
Recommendations and Thank you notes are endorsements given from patients or other doctors.
7
Recommendations
163
Thank you notes
HealthTap member
Mar 14, 2018
I love that Dr. Conner makes time for his patients. He listens and is very very knowable. I'm so satisfied having him as my PCP
HealthTap member
Feb 15, 2017
Love Dr Conner
He really listens to you and can tell he really cares about you.!
HealthTap member
Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Conner is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
HealthTap member
This was very helpful. Thanks! After indulging myself in a book called the 4 Hour body by Tim Ferris. It breaks down a lot of the misinformation. Not sure who to go to now. Anyways thank you I will t...Read More
HealthTap member
Thank you, your quick reply made me feel good! Thanks as my doctor has said he would go the estrogen route if that didn't work and to try this first so I did so far so good and I heard it's not good t...Read More
HealthTap member
This was very helpful. Thanks! Thank you for info. Vein mapping showed clogged and leaking veins & ventricle, New condition, NO cause??
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of North Carolina School of Medicine, NC
Graduated 1996MD
Residency
MAHEC
Completed 1999
Awards
Most Influential, Third Place, Charlotte Region - Spring
2015
Thought Leader, Second Place, Charlotte Region - Spring
2015
Top Doctor, Second Place, Charlotte Region - Spring
2015
Affiliations
AAFP Fellow
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions, provide medical advice, write prescriptions, and more.
Answer emailed
in 24 hours or less