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Dr. Brian McDonald, MD

Dr. Brian McDonald, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Brian McDonald, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Schenectady, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McDonald has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ellis Hospital and Saratoga Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

1101 Nott St # C1 Schenectady, NY 12308
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. McDonald specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease & Pulmonology. 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.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. McDonald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonald

3.6

10 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
60%
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4 Star
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3 Star
10%
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2 Star
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1 Star
30%
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 19, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Catherine M McKernan – Dec 19, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 04, 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
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arlene wachunas – Feb 03, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Clifton Park, NY – Aug 12, 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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
L.Blowers in Amsterdam, NY – Mar 30, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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Renee Iler in Pattersonville, NY – Jan 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Brian McDonald, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Schenectady, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McDonald has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from Columbia University...read more
  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Columbia Presby Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003
  • Columbia Presby

    Internship Hospital, 1998
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia Presbyterian Center

    Internship Hospital, 1998
  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Critical Care Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
American Board of Medical Specialties
Pulmonology
Self designated 
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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  • English

  • Italian

  • Russian

Locations

Practice

Office1101 Nott St # C1 Schenectady, NY 12308
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Practice

Office116 Polar Plz Amsterdam, NY 12010
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Practice

Schenectady Pulmonary & Critical Care Associates PC124 Rosa Rd Ste 382 Schenectady, NY 12308
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saratoga Hospital

    211 Church St
    Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Ellis Hospital

    1101 Nott St
    Schenectady, NY 12308

    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

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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