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Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD

Nephrology*•Female•Age 67

Nephrology*

Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD is a nephrology specialist in Dallas, TX and has over 39 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 1984. She is affiliated with medical facilities Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving and Baylor University Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD

Dallas Nephrology Associates (DNA)

1420 Viceroy Dr Dallas, TX 75235
Telehealth services available

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(214) 366-6081
Telehealth services available

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(214) 366-6081

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Dr. McDonald is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving Irving, a highly rated hospital.

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  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
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  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. McDonald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonald

4.9

46 ratings, 31 with a written review
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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Sally Civello – Mar 23, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Tracey Jackson – Mar 15, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Ashley Williams – Mar 09, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Feb 14, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Antoinette Shaw – Jan 21, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Ms. Terrace Hayden – Jan 20, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Deloris White – Jan 06, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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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
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  • Explained conditions well
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Robert Gonzales – Jun 02, 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
  • Wait times
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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
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About Me

Biography

Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in Dallas, TX and has over 39 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Temple University...Read more

Specialties*

  • Nephrology

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Nephrology
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Parkland Memorial Hospital

Fellowship Hospital, 1989

University Hospital - St Paul

Residency Hospital, 1987

Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine

Medical School, 1984

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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    What is Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD's office address?

    Dr. McDonald's office is located at 1420 Viceroy Dr, Dallas, TX 75235. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

    Dallas Nephrology Associates (DNA)

    DNA Viceroy Office Practice1420 Viceroy Dr Dallas, TX 75235
    1
    DNA DeSoto Charlton Office Practice2651 Bolton Boone Dr Desoto, TX 75115
    2

    Dallas Nephrology Associates (DNA)

    DNA Landry Office Practice411 N Washington Ave Ste 6000 Dallas, TX 75246
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving

    1901 N MacArthur Blvd
    Irving, TX 75061
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    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

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

    3% higher than the national average

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    Baylor University Medical Center

    3500 Gaston Ave
    Dallas, TX 75246
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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