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Dr. Donnell McDonald
Advanced Orthopedic Center
Orthopedics, Spine Surgery
Port Charlotte, FL
Most recent review: 5 days ago
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4.9
42 Ratings
19 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.
4.9
42 Ratings
19 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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Wilson was very good Dr was excellent and easy to communicate with
Very personable, friendly and knowledgeable.
Dr was excellent.
Friendly and professional. He got right to the issue and orderd an MRI for me.
It was the first time we met him and he was super. Very nice and knowledgeable. We feel good about the procedure he’s going to do on my mom.
Very professional and knowledgeable. Took his time to explain every option.
Excellent doctor
Great energy✨️ I was drawn to it as soon as he walked into the exam room. Then after speaking with him, I find him to be very pleasant, smart, warm & straight forward. I felt seen & heard.
Kind Caring Concerned
Dr. McDonald listened to my issues and made some very valuable and actionable suggestions. I appreciated his expertise.