Dr. Christopher T. Donaldson, M.D., is a general orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopic and open repair, reconstruction, and revision of simple and complex shoulder & elbow conditions. Dr. Donaldson completed his medical doctorate at Penn State’s College of Medicine, followed by a year of orthopedic research at the University of Maryland. He then remained at the University of Maryland and the prestigious R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, where he completed his orthopedic surgery training.
Dr. Christopher T. Donaldson, M.D., is a general orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopic and open repair, reconstruction, and revision of simple and complex shoulder & elbow conditions. Dr. Donaldson completed his medical doctorate at Penn State’s College of Medicine, followed by a year of orthopedic research at the University of Maryland. He then remained at the University of Maryland and the prestigious R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, where he completed his orthopedic surgery training.
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Exelente
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
First visit here. The staff was really great. The appointment moved along quickly. Did not sit in the waiting room long. Dr. Donaldson was very nice, knowledgeable and professional. Took his time explaining my possible condition. Now on to an MRI to take a more in depth look at my shoulder.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
He is a good doctor and very nice with his patient I offered him 5 gold stars
(3 months ago)
May-2026
Friendly, on time, and very efficient. I would recommend this doctor to everyone in need of an orthopedic surgeon.
(3 months ago)
May-2026
Dr Donaldson is awesome
(5 months ago)
Apr-2026
Listened to my concerns and gave me
(5 months ago)
Apr-2026
He's a great doctor and am happy am under his care. After having 3 bones broke in my right arm he is the best
(5 months ago)
Apr-2026
I saw him less than 5 minutes. I saw his staff/APRN ? before him. I will say I was better impressed this time with the waiting area and wait time. Looks like they have made some changes for the better. Before the more the merrier and wait all day. Decided to give them another chance since it so close to home.
(5 months ago)
Apr-2026
Told me to go to the emergency room but wouldn't call an ambulance for me. Couldn't get me out the door any faster if he would have put me in a wheelbarrow and ran me out.
(5 months ago)
Mar-2026
He was cool and not in a hurry. Answered all my questions
(6 months ago)
Mar-2026
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Dr. Christopher T. Donaldson, M.D., is a general orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopic and open repair, reconstruction, and revision of simple and complex shoulder & elbow conditions. A Johnstown, Pennsylvania native, Dr. Donaldson completed his medical doctorate at Penn State’s College of Medicine, followed by a year of orthopedic research at the University of Maryland. He then remained at the University of Maryland and the prestigious R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center,r where he completed his orthopedic surgery training, having been honored nationally with awards from the prestigious Hip and Knee Societies; and regionally by the Eastern Orthopaedic, Southern Orthopaedic, and Maryland Orthopaedic Associations.
Following residency, Dr. Donaldson completed a sports medicine and shoulder reconstruction fellowship at The Ohio State University, where he provided team coverage for championship football, men’s ice hockey, wrestling, and baseball teams. He then joined Western PA Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, where he became a partner and, later, additionally, President prior to joining the Orthopedic Medical Group of Tampa Bay.
Dr. Donaldson has performed thousands of orthopedic cases, including arthroscopic and open repair, joint replacement, reconstruction, revision, and fracture cases. He has served as teaching faculty to orthopaedic surgeons at national and regional meetings. He has served on the Pennsylvania Orthopedic Society Board of Directors, co-founded the Big 10 Orthopaedic Sports Fellow Society, and was one of the youngest member inductees into the American Orthopedic Association, the world’s oldest and most prestigious orthopaedic leadership society. He has also contributed to developing several surgical devices and techniques to improve patient care and is known for his excellent outcomes and passion for patient care.
Dr. Donaldson and his wife, Johnna, have two daughters, Kathryn and Anna. He is an avid sports enthusiast, but especially enjoys spending time with his family and traveling.
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Exelente
First visit here. The staff was really great. The appointment moved along quickly. Did not sit in the waiting room long. Dr. Donaldson was very nice, knowledgeable and professional. Took his time explaining my possible condition. Now on to an MRI to take a more in depth look at my shoulder.
He is a good doctor and very nice with his patient I offered him 5 gold stars
Friendly, on time, and very efficient. I would recommend this doctor to everyone in need of an orthopedic surgeon.
Dr Donaldson is awesome
Listened to my concerns and gave me
He's a great doctor and am happy am under his care. After having 3 bones broke in my right arm he is the best
I saw him less than 5 minutes. I saw his staff/APRN ? before him. I will say I was better impressed this time with the waiting area and wait time. Looks like they have made some changes for the better. Before the more the merrier and wait all day. Decided to give them another chance since it so close to home.
Told me to go to the emergency room but wouldn't call an ambulance for me. Couldn't get me out the door any faster if he would have put me in a wheelbarrow and ran me out.
He was cool and not in a hurry. Answered all my questions