About
Dr. Michael O'Neal grew up in Minnesota, where his father, a biology professor, sparked an early curiosity for science. He earned his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of South Florida before completing medical school at the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. His residency in family medicine took place at the USF College of Medicine, where his peers elected him Chief Resident. He later held a teaching position in the Department of Family Medicine at USF.
Dr. O'Neal holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Physicians. He has published more than 20 articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals and received numerous awards for research and contributions to medical student education. One of only 15 physicians nationwide to earn the AMA Young Physician Leadership Award, he also ranked among six finalists for the Tampa Bay Business Journal Health Care Hero award from a pool of 400 nominees. S. and Canada to watch in 2012. He served as team physician for the Toronto Blue Jays for six years and has cared for elite athletes across MLB, NFL, NHL, NBA, and PGA, as well as former Olympians and A-list celebrities. In 2010, he co-founded Physicians Nutraceutical Concepts, developing the BodyCustom supplement line, which carries NSF Certified for Sport status. He participated in a medical mission to Ecuador and volunteered at Shriner's Hospital for Children in Tampa early in his career.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of South Florida, Biology
Medical School
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
Residency
Family Medicine, USF College of Medicine (Chief Resident)
Additional Training
Teaching position, Department of Family Medicine, USF College of Medicine; AMA Young Physician Leadership Award recipient
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. O'Neal right for?
Dr. O'Neal serves patients across all life stages, from children and adolescents to older adults managing complex chronic conditions. Athletes seeking sports medicine care and performance optimization find his background as a professional team physician particularly relevant. Executives and frequent travelers benefit from his willingness to make home and work visits and accompany patients to subspecialty appointments. Patients with interest in nutritional optimization, hormone therapy, or genetics-based preventive care fit well within his clinical focus.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. O'Neal treats a wide range of conditions across the full spectrum of family medicine. His clinical focus includes acute and chronic illness, sports injuries, nutritional deficiencies, and disease prevention. He also manages hormonal health, weight concerns, and behavioral medicine. He does not provide obstetric care.
Yes. Dr. O'Neal holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Physicians. He trained at the USF College of Medicine, where he served as Chief Resident, and has published more than 20 articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Dr. O'Neal served as physician for the Toronto Blue Jays professional baseball organization for six years. His current and former patients include elite athletes from MLB, NFL, NHL, NBA, and PGA, as well as former Olympians. He is passionate about natural approaches to enhancing athletic performance.
Yes. Dr. O'Neal travels to patients' homes and workplaces as part of his standard membership services. He also accompanies members to subspecialty visits and travels to remote destinations when patients need him.
Dr. O'Neal performs functional vitamin and micronutrient analysis to identify documented deficiencies. He then creates customized supplement compounds based on each patient's individual results. In 2010, he co-founded Physicians Nutraceutical Concepts and developed the BodyCustom supplement line, which carries NSF Certified for Sport certification.
Dr. O'Neal received the AMA Young Physician Leadership Award, given to only 15 physicians nationwide under age 40. Family Practice Management named his membership medicine concept a Top 10 Idea in Medicine in 2004. S. and Canada in 2012. He was also a finalist for the Tampa Bay Business Journal Health Care Hero award.
Dr. O'Neal treats the patient as an active partner in every clinical decision. He encourages patients to set health goals collaboratively and take a proactive role in managing their wellbeing. His philosophy blends modern diagnostics with traditional values, including ample time with the physician and direct personal access.
Yes. Dr. O'Neal offers genetics testing, sophisticated cholesterol profiling, and micronutrient testing as part of his clinical toolkit. He uses these tools to build individualized prevention and wellness strategies for his patients.
Doctor profile last updated March 23, 2026