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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Always friendly kind understanding patient and leaves no question unanswered. He’s also compassionate.
(2 days ago)
Sep-2026
I saw Madeline so this review is for her.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr McDonald was great to deal with. He came in on time. Listened to what was going on. He gave me some insight on what I needed and what the next step was. I highly recommend him just on his patient to doctor care. Fully a doctor that fully understands and supports his patients. I’ve had bad experiences in my past with doctors.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
He was very informative and personable. I felt very confident in his recommendation of where I should go from here. Glad I met him.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
I was actually seen by Danielle Ferguson PA. He was extremely helpful, thorough, and took the time to provide clear, detailed information. left the visit feeling well-informed and confident in the next steps.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
.)"Dr. McDonald did a wonderful job with my surgery. He took the time to explain everything thoroughly, keeping me informed and comfortable through every step of the recovery process."
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Yes, excellent!
Office visits, exams, although very thorough, including X-rays, are all handled competently and calmly.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. McDonald is amazing and very empathetic to my condition. He listens to me and allows me to ask questions. And the best part is when he always ask me, "what can I do for you today" before I depart my appointment. I highly recommend Dr. McDonald
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
The best! Honest . Caring Physician he cares about his patients
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Open honest and easy to talk to. Listened to my questions & explained it all in a way that was easy to understand. His staff was great and caring too.
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.
Always friendly kind understanding patient and leaves no question unanswered. He’s also compassionate.
I saw Madeline so this review is for her.
Dr McDonald was great to deal with. He came in on time. Listened to what was going on. He gave me some insight on what I needed and what the next step was. I highly recommend him just on his patient to doctor care. Fully a doctor that fully understands and supports his patients. I’ve had bad experiences in my past with doctors.
He was very informative and personable. I felt very confident in his recommendation of where I should go from here. Glad I met him.
I was actually seen by Danielle Ferguson PA. He was extremely helpful, thorough, and took the time to provide clear, detailed information. left the visit feeling well-informed and confident in the next steps.
.)"Dr. McDonald did a wonderful job with my surgery. He took the time to explain everything thoroughly, keeping me informed and comfortable through every step of the recovery process."
Yes, excellent! Office visits, exams, although very thorough, including X-rays, are all handled competently and calmly.
Dr. McDonald is amazing and very empathetic to my condition. He listens to me and allows me to ask questions. And the best part is when he always ask me, "what can I do for you today" before I depart my appointment. I highly recommend Dr. McDonald
The best! Honest . Caring Physician he cares about his patients
Open honest and easy to talk to. Listened to my questions & explained it all in a way that was easy to understand. His staff was great and caring too.