Dr. John McDonald, MD

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Orthopedic Surgery ·

Male ·

40 y/o

(65)

Accepting new patients

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

Texas Orthopedics Sports and Rehabilitation Associates

3755 S Capital of Texas Hwy Ste 160

Austin, TX 78704

Insurance Accepted

Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details.
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Cigna

Background Check

No malpractice claims found for Texas

No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data

No board actions found for the years we collect data

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Dr. McDonald's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency

Bursitis

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

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

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
Non-Surgical 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

4.6

Based on 65 reviews

5 Stars	89.23076923076923%	(58)
4 Stars	0%	(0)
3 Stars	3.076923076923077%	(2)
2 Stars	0%	(0)
1 Star	7.6923076923076925%	(5)

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10 – 15 minutes

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What People Say About Dr. John McDonald, MD

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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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Mark Gonzalez in Austin, TX – Dec 05, 2018

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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...Read More

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Sarah Watkins in Austin, TX – Nov 27, 2018

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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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MaryLou Larson in Bastrop, TX – Nov 22, 2018

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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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Lori Granum in Round Top, TX – Nov 21, 2018

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