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Dr. Robert Macdonald, MD

Dr. Robert Macdonald, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Macdonald, MD is a general surgeon in Denver, CO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1991. He is affiliated with HCA HealthONE Rose. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (25 reviews)

HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Surgical Specialists

4545 E 9th Ave Ste 120 Denver, CO 80220

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(303) 388-2922

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Macdonald is affiliated with HCA HealthONE Rose Denver, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Macdonald specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Macdonald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Macdonald

4.6

25 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
88%
88%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
8%
8%

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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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CJames – May 13, 2022
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Jill – Jul 28, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Clifford – May 12, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jeffrey Poe – Mar 11, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Brandon – Sep 07, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gary – Jun 14, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
D. Ross in Denver, CO – Aug 28, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Djtimid in Lakewood, CO – Jan 27, 2016
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michael R in Denver, CO – Jan 05, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Macdonald believes his relationship with every patient is as important as the job he does in the operating room. He strives to give each the time and attention required to develop a unique trust in their surgeon.

biography

Robert Macdonald, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon with a high level of specialization in laparoscopic hernia and gallbladder surgery. Dr. Macdonald is the longest tenured general surgeon at Rose Medical Center, specializing in minimally...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Surgical Specialists

HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Surgical Specialists4545 E 9th Ave Ste 120 Denver, CO 80220
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA HealthONE Rose

    4567 E 9th Ave
    Denver, CO 80220
    Recipient of 22
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    11% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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