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Dr. Donnell McDonald
Advanced Orthopedic Center
Orthopedics, Spine Surgery
Port Charlotte, FL
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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4.8
19 Ratings
11 Comments
Dr. Donnell McDonald, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon who recently joined Advanced Orthopedic Center. He completed a Spine Surgery Fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute after finishing orthopedic surgery residency training at the University of Arizona in Phoenix. He earned a medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and holds degrees in Biomedical Science and Exercise Science.
4.8
19 Ratings
11 Comments
Dr. Donnell McDonald, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon who recently joined Advanced Orthopedic Center. He completed a Spine Surgery Fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute after finishing orthopedic surgery residency training at the University of Arizona in Phoenix. He earned a medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and holds degrees in Biomedical Science and Exercise Science.
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Dr. Donnell McDonald, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon who recently joined Advanced Orthopedic Center. He completed a Spine Surgery Fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute after finishing orthopedic surgery residency training at the University of Arizona in Phoenix. He earned a medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and holds degrees in Biomedical Science and Exercise Science.
Dr. McDonald specializes in treating a wide range of spinal conditions with both surgical and non-surgical techniques. His main priority is providing patient centered care that improves his patient’s quality of life.
His specialties include minimally invasive and complex spine surgery, degenerative spinal disorders, AI-driven custom 3D printed implants, artificial lumbar/cervical disc replacement, sacroiliac joint dysfunction and fusion, and lateral and anterior spinal surgery. He has a strong interest in utilizing robotic and image-guided technology to enhance precision and safety in spine surgery.
His research has been featured in several peer-reviewed publications and national presentations. Outside of work, Dr. McDonald is passionate about giving back through community service and mentoring. He enjoys spending time with his spouse and two children, traveling, visiting museums, and watching FSU and Miami Dolphins football.
Medical Education:
Bachelor’s Degree: Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
Medical Degree: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
Orthopedic Surgery Residency: University of Arizona- Phoenix
Fellowship: Florida Orthopaedic Institute
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Dr. McDonald listened to my issues and made some very valuable and actionable suggestions. I appreciated his expertise.
Fantastic Dr. Great bedside manner
Dr. McDonald was wonderful. He explained my problem thoroughly, and offered me treatment options for my neck. He is very personable and easy to talk with. Advanded Ortho is lucky to have him on their staff.
Wonderful addition to Advanced Orthopedic Center. Dr McDonald was very professional and took the time to answer all of my questions. He seemed very knowledgeable regarding cervical issues. I highly recommend him
Explained everything and answered all my questions
Very professional and great attitude.
Very personable
Great new Dr for myself and my wife. E just moved here from Maryland and this guy is great. He takes time to talk to his patient. He’s very thorough. He has one of the best bedside manners we have found. I would recommend Dr. Donald 100%.
Very professional. Knowledgeable to my problem. Great listener.