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Top Care Areas

See how frequently Dr. McDonald performs your care needs compared to other doctors.

very high

more than 99% of peers

Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)

very high

more than 94% of peers

Knee Disorders

very high

more than 94% of peers

Dr. McDonald's percentages are based on the rate of treatment compared to peers nationwide from insurance data. Learn more info about our data and this Top Care Areas component.

Care Philosophy

This content was provided by Dr. McDonald "Dr. McDonald encourages a team approach with each of his patients. When patients, their families, physical and occupational therapists, and physicians all work together, the patient can achieve a quicker recovery and the success that they desire through both surgical and nonsurgical means. Patients enjoy his friendly, open, and personalized approach to care. He encourages questions and always takes the time to get to know his patients and thoroughly understand their concerns."

2 Specialties

Orthopedic Surgery
Non-Surgical Orthopedics

1 Board Certifications

Orthopedic Surgery
Accredited by: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery*

61 Conditions Treated

Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Disorders
Broken Arm
Bursitis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Sprain
Fracture
Fracture of Hand (incl. Fingers)
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hip Disorders
Hip Fracture
Hip Injury
Hip Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Injuries
Knee Sprain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
Plantar Fasciitis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibia and Fibula Fractures

Less

24 Procedures

ACL Surgery
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hip Resurfacing
Hip Surgery
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Surgery
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Background Check

0 Malpractice Claims

No malpractice history found for Texas.

0 Sanctions

No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.

0 Board Actions

No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.

Education

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center At Dallas
Medical School | Graduated
University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Internship Hospital | Completed
Ut Southwestern/Parkland Hospital
Residency Hospital | Completed
Steadman Clinic and Steadman-Philippon Research Institute
Fellowship Hospital | Completed

Awards & Recognition

Awards & Honors

Healthgrades Honor Roll

Media & Publications

Upper-Extremity Deep Venous Thrombosis Associated wtih Proximal Humerus Osteomyelitis in a Child, 2010

Languages Spoken

English

Memberships & Professional Affiliations

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New Patients

(512) 309-1906

Dr. McDonald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonald

4.6

Based on 55 reviews

5 Stars	87.27272727272727%	(48)
4 Stars	0%	(0)
3 Stars	3.6363636363636362%	(2)
2 Stars	0%	(0)
1 Star	9.090909090909092%	(5)

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What People Say About Dr. John McDonald, MD

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Amazing is an understatement! I traveled from San Antonio to be treated by him. I'm so glad I did. He and his staff are top notch (& my standards are high). My hip surgery went smooth. If I ever need surgery again I'm calling him first.

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