Christopher McDonald, M.D., specializes in the comprehensive treatment of spinal disorders across all ages, offering both advanced surgical solutions and conservative treatment options tailored to each patient’s unique needs. From addressing straightforward conditions to performing the most complex spine revisions, Dr. McDonald employs minimally invasive and motion-preserving techniques whenever possible, ensuring the highest standard of care.
Christopher McDonald, M.D., specializes in the comprehensive treatment of spinal disorders across all ages, offering both advanced surgical solutions and conservative treatment options tailored to each patient’s unique needs. From addressing straightforward conditions to performing the most complex spine revisions, Dr. McDonald employs minimally invasive and motion-preserving techniques whenever possible, ensuring the highest standard of care.
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DR. Mcdonald put both my husband and myself at ease with explaining what could be accomplished by having a surgical procedure in order to better my condition and issues with my neck.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Great experience. Very thorough exam. Thorough and explained everything perfectly clear.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
I felt physically and mentally better after talking with Dr McDonald
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
I felt very relieved after seeing Dr McDonald. He was very through and took the time to listen.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Thoughly listens to the patient,
Knowledgeable, clear and presice instructions, down to earth. Couldn't be better.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Real and caring!! Five star!!!
(1 year ago)
Jun-2024
He is the most humble & real Dr I’ve ever met . He’s actually cares for his people . He will be missed dearly .
(1 year ago)
Jun-2024
Great Dr
(1 year ago)
May-2024
He really cares about people!
(1 year ago)
May-2024
Dr. McDonald is k ok ind and compassionate and takes his time to explain everything and answer all questions.
Christopher McDonald, M.D., specializes in the comprehensive treatment of spinal disorders across all ages, offering both advanced surgical solutions and conservative treatment options tailored to each patient’s unique needs. From addressing straightforward conditions to performing the most complex spine revisions, Dr. McDonald employs minimally invasive and motion-preserving techniques whenever possible, ensuring the highest standard of care.
Dr. McDonald earned his medical degree at the University of Washington in Seattle before traveling across the country, where he completed his residency and a trauma fellowship at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Most recently, he completed a spine fellowship in complex spine surgery at the University of Utah.
Dr. McDonald currently lives in downtown Providence with his wife and their dog, Lola. When not practicing medicine, he has been deeply involved in mentoring future healthcare professionals, serving as a health professions mentor for undergraduate students pursuing careers in medicine and as a Careers in Medicine mentor for Brown University medical students. In addition to his commitment to education, he has worked with the Children’s Friend Foundation in Rhode Island to help provide safe play areas for underprivileged children and has contributed to the Rhode Island Food Bank program to support access to food for underserved individuals.
DR. Mcdonald put both my husband and myself at ease with explaining what could be accomplished by having a surgical procedure in order to better my condition and issues with my neck.
Great experience. Very thorough exam. Thorough and explained everything perfectly clear.
I felt physically and mentally better after talking with Dr McDonald
I felt very relieved after seeing Dr McDonald. He was very through and took the time to listen.
Thoughly listens to the patient, Knowledgeable, clear and presice instructions, down to earth. Couldn't be better.
Real and caring!! Five star!!!
He is the most humble & real Dr I’ve ever met . He’s actually cares for his people . He will be missed dearly .
Great Dr
He really cares about people!
Dr. McDonald is k ok ind and compassionate and takes his time to explain everything and answer all questions.