Dr. John McDonald, MD

Orthopedic Surgery ·  Male · Age 40

  73 Reviews

Dr. John McDonald, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Austin, TX. He specializes in orthopedic surgery and orthopedics.

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No malpractice claims found for Texas
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Dr. McDonald's Top Procedures and Conditions

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Bursitis
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. McDonald treats Bursitis more than 95% of his peers

Dr. McDonald treats this condition more than 95% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Elbow Bursitis
  • Hip Bursitis
  • Subacromial Bursitis
  • Trochanteric Bursitis
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Osteoarthritis
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. McDonald treats Osteoarthritis more than 95% of his peers

Dr. McDonald treats this condition more than 95% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Osteoarthritis of Ankle
  • Osteoarthritis of Elbow
  • Osteoarthritis of Finger Joint
  • Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
  • Osteoarthritis of Hip
  • Osteoarthritis of Knee
  • Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
  • Osteoarthritis of Spine
  • Osteoarthritis of Toe
  • Osteoarthritis of Wrist
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Steroid Injection
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. McDonald performs Steroid Injection more than 95% of his peers

Dr. McDonald performs this procedure more than 95% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection
  • Epidural Steroid Injections
  • Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection
  • Thoracic Epidural Steroid Injection
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Dr. McDonald's conditions and procedures:

  • Achilles Tendinitis
  • ACL Surgery
  • Adhesive Capsulitis
  • Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
  • Ankle Sprains and Strains
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
  • Arm Surgery
  • Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
  • Arthroscopic Surgery
  • 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
  • Elbow Tenotomy
  • Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
  • Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
  • Femur Fracture
  • Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
  • Foot Conditions
  • Foot Sprain
  • Fracture
  • Fracture Care
  • Fracture of Hand (incl. Fingers)
  • Glenoid Labrum Tear
  • Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Hand Conditions
  • Hand Fracture
  • Hip Arthroscopy
  • Hip Disorders
  • Hip Fracture
  • Hip Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Hip Injury
  • Hip Pointer Injuries
  • Hip Resurfacing
  • Hip Sprain
  • Hip Surgery
  • Internal Derangement of Knee
  • Joint Pain
  • Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Knee Dislocation
  • Knee Disorders
  • Knee Fracture
  • Knee Injuries
  • Knee Replacement
  • Knee Sprain
  • Knee Surgery
  • Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
  • 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
  • Osteochondritis Dissecans
  • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
  • Rotator Cuff Surgery
  • Rotator Cuff Tear
  • Runner's Knee
  • Scoliosis
  • Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
  • Shoulder Dislocation
  • Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
  • Shoulder Disorders
  • Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Shoulder Fracture Treatment
  • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
  • Steroid Injection
  • Synovial Biopsy
  • Tibia and Fibula Fractures
  • Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
  • Trigger Point Injection
  • Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

About Me

Care Philosophy

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 thro...
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Specialties

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Orthopedics

Board Certifications

  • Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Steadman Clinic and Steadman-Philippon Research Institute
Fellowship Hospital
Ut Southwestern/parkland Hospital
Residency Hospital
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Internship Hospital
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center At Dallas
Medical School

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Media & Publications

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

Dr. McDonald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonald

4.7

Based on 73 reviews

5 Stars
90.41095890410959%
(66)
4 Stars
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3 Stars
2.73972602739726%
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2 Stars
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1 Star
6.8493150684931505%
(5)

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Dr McDonald has a good BSM explains condition very well. O felt comfortable and at ease in my visit.
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Dr. McDonald was recommended to me by my primary health care physician. He did my ACL surgery and it was very successful. He is so considerate and very professional in his communication and attitude, he handles patients well and gives time, easy to access and very knowledgeable. I totally recommend him.
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Dr. McDonald was excellent. My situation was a broken tibula at the ankle, a simple fix with a boot. But it was handled very professionally and very amicably. I'm glad I didn't have a more serious problem by which to judge him, but I am very pleased!
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Awesome! I was emotional during my visit. Dr. McDonald treated with kindness and respect. He was honest.
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Excelente
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I came to see Dr. McDonald after injuring my shoulder. From diagnosis to treatment to restoring use of my shoulder, Dr. McDonald has been an excellent healthcare provider. I highly recommend Dr. McDonald!
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I had a great experience. He performs my knee surgery. Did an excellent job. Young but shows understanding and professionalisms. He truly cares about his patients. And their well-being. Highly Recommend!!’
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My experience with Dr. McDonald was outstanding. I came to Texas Orthopedics after a motor vehicle accident that dislocated my knee. I had little to no range of motion in my knee after the initial emergency surgery done at another hospital. Dr. McDonald quickly assessed I was dealing with scar tissue and performed arthroscopic surgery. The difference between when I went in and now is night and day. I cannot say enough good things about Dr. McDonald, his staff and the team at Texas Orthopedics.
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Was honest with me and how he could help. Saved me from a huge mistake of getting a total hip replacement. Very thankful for his skills and abilities.
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It was awesome to see a practice running so smoothly. Dr. McDonald was great he asked questions he listened we came to a mutual agreement on treatment that I was very happy with can't wait to go back and start treatment with him
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76% Patient experience rating, 7% higher than the national average

  • Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2019, 2018, 2017)
  • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2019)

73% Patient experience rating, 4% higher than the national average

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