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Dr. Matthew McDonald, DO

Dr. Matthew McDonald, DO

Bariatric Surgery*

Dr. Matthew McDonald, DO is a bariatric surgery specialist in Albany, NY. He is affiliated with medical facilities St Peter's Hospital and Southwestern Vermont Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

7 Southwoods Blvd Albany, NY 12211
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(518) 292-6000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McDonald specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. McDonald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonald

4.9
18 ratings, 9 with a written review
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4 star
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I would highly recommend Dr. Matthew McDonald
On time. Very empathetic. Answered all my questions thoroughly. Supportive. Always available. Takes his time to get to know you not only as a patient but as a person. He walked with me to the O.R. Amazing support staff. I would recommend Dr McDonald to any of my friends and family. Thank you Dr. McDonald for that you have done for me
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Susan C Tillman – Aug 27, 2024
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Absolutely I would recommend him.
He was very kind, and really listened to my concerns . He reviewed my history and then made recommendations, he took the time I needed to understand what I needed to do to get to my goal .
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gerry Brendese – Aug 06, 2024
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Best Bariatric Surgeon!
After extensively looking for a bariatric surgeon, Dr McDonald was who I chose! He is an amazing physician and has a great bedside manner. His patients are a priority to him. He is available to you! Highly recommend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 11, 2023
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Dr. McDonald is amazing! He is so nice and he’s a good sense of humor. I tell everyone about my surgery with him and how he made me feel so relaxed. He held my hand as I was going under. Those are things that you’ll never forget. Thank your Dr. McDonald for being such a wonderful doctor!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Erin – Nov 23, 2019
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He is very dedicated to his patients and his practice. I am a nurse and recommend his services every day to patients since I experienced his expertise first hand. This doctor saved my life. He is truly one of the best physicians I have ever encountered .... and as a lifetime patient with many illnesses and comorbidities to diabetes I have seen a lot of them. He will not let you down.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Patricia Santana – Sep 13, 2019
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Dr. M is fabulous! Awesome surgeon and I have recommened him to many, including my daughter and she loved him as well!! Super sweet, easy to talk to, explained everything in detail and overall an awesome experience! I yr post op today and living life to the fullest!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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May 22, 2019
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Everything from surgery to post surgery was great. However they were slow on introducing foods back into the diet. I had gotten to the point that meat (protein) was boring and making me nauseous. Essentially I was becoming a vegetarian. 5-6 months post op they were not introducing enough foods for variety. This was based, as I was told, on past cases. Fine for data but everyone is an individual and the diet needs to be tailored as such. Overall needs to base on individual, not a data script.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 03, 2019
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Dr McDonald performed several surgeries while briefly at Saratoga Hispital in 2010. A breast lumpectomy smong two others. I was never rushed at appointments and all was explained thoroughly. I never encountered any issues at all. He is an excellent practitioner and I am so very happy he has returned to the area.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Roberta Martello in Waterford, NY – Apr 06, 2017
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Awesome he is a fantastic Dr I would recommend him to everyone I already have
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Gina Garbrick in Tully ny – Jan 13, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Matthew McDonald, DO is a bariatric surgery specialist in Albany, NY. He is affiliated with medical facilities St Peter's Hospital and Southwestern Vermont Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Bariatric Surgery

  • General Surgery

  • Therapy Endoscopy

  • Robotic Surgery

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

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  • Suny Upstate

    Residency Hospital, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Capital Cardiology Associates PLLC7 Southwoods Blvd Albany, NY 12211
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Northern Dutchess Hospital6511 Spring Brook Ave Rhinebeck, NY 12572
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Practice

St. Peter's Health Partners Medical Associates P.C.720 Hoosick Rd Troy, NY 12180
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Practice

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center100 Hospital Dr Bennington, VT 05201
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

    100 Hospital Dr
    Bennington, VT 05201
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St Peter's Hospital

    315 S Manning Blvd
    Albany, NY 12208
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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