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Dr. Michael McDonnell, DO

Dr. Michael McDonnell, DO

Obstetrics & Gynecology*

Dr. Michael McDonnell, DO is an obstetrician gynecologist in Jackson, MI. He is affiliated with Henry Ford Health Jackson Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.5 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 2.5 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

205 N East Ave Jackson, MI 49201

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McDonnell specializes in the area of Obstetrics & Gynecology. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. McDonnell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonnell

2.5
20 ratings, 11 with a written review
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1 star
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I had been a patient of Dr. McDonnell's since 2006 and left in 2016. I was anemic from heavy painful periods and he didn't even try to help me. He switch my birth control pills and when that didn't work he put back on the old ones that didn't work. He kept saying my insurance wouldn't cover an IUD. I switched to a new GYN and all he had to do was put in a prior authorization for it. Dr. McDonnell was too lazy to do the paper work. I am no longer anemic and don't have periods thanks to my IUD.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Angie in MI – Nov 23, 2018
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Made me feel important and cared about my pregnancy as well as my baby. Dr. McDonnell is understanding and everything you would want in a doctor. By far he is the best in town. Others you simply are a number, but at Dr. McDonnell’s office you feel welcomed. He did a wonderful job on my surgery. Very clean office and friendly staff.
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
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Maureen in Jackson – Jun 14, 2018
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He is very nice and his staff is caring about your needs..
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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Shel in Jackson, MI – Jul 12, 2017
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Gave me a poorly executed epiosiotomy I didn't want that has led to long term complications. My epidural did not take, yet he seemed unconcerned about this. Very cold, talks down to patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Stacy in Jackson, MI – Jun 01, 2017
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Dedicated doctor who has delivered all four of my children. I highly recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Brighton, MI – Feb 11, 2017
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He never listened to concerns and has zero concern of the excessive water weight I gained. He left me in an infectious state for several hours and never spoke to me like a human being. His office staff is the worst, his office manager is unprofessional and rude. And, Stella is the worst medical assistant I've ever seen. Do not see McDonnell. You will regret it.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Chelsea in Jackson, MI – Jun 07, 2016
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I have been a patient of McDonnell for more than 10 years. In comparison to the other physicians in this town, I've always been impressed. I couldn't care less if he remembers me at each visit (some reviewers mentioned this as an issue). I only care that I'm treated like a human being. More than anything, I adore his staff. I experienced a multitude of health issues during my pregnancy (I lost 60 lbs from conception to 6 weeks postpartum due to HG), and they were always kind and understanding.
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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Brandie Wells Anderson in Jackson, MI – Jun 06, 2016
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I've been a patient for this office for 23 years and am now leaving. Approximately 6 years ago the staff all switched to new people, and ever since then I have had horrible experiences. I've tried to discuss my concerns, but they're never taken seriously. Current staff is very RUDE! I feel like a criminal for trying to set up appointments, changes of information like address, or insurance. The staff acts like I'm an inconvenience. I would not recommend.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Debra in Rives Junction, MI – Jun 02, 2016
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Dr. Michael McDonald was the doctor who could have seriously injured my son or killed him! He told me to stop pushing and just give up when my sons head was out but I was still trying to push his shoulders the nurse told me don't listen to him listen to me and she and my husband actually delivered our son while Michael McDonald fell asleep!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Heather in Jackson, MI – Apr 30, 2016
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Dr McDonnell came in the room after a shift change (72 hour labor, he was not my regular Dr) and it felt to me that we were just money to him. He came in just barking orders without even knowing what the situation was( at least not talking to us about it) thankfully he was not the Dr to deliver! Did not care for him, would never choose to use him as my ob.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
3 others found this helpful
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Jackson, MI – Apr 29, 2016
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Dr. McDonnell seems disinterested. Service was fine for normal gyn visits for quick appointments, quick pap smears and birth control scripts. However, when I was pregnant, I was shocked at his lack of attention to details (did not check my chart at all prior to entering exam room, acted like we were meeting for first time at consecutive visits). Used wristwatch to time baby's heart rate (after I asked about it during second appt it was checked). Office mgr & billing rep very unprofessional.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Jamie in Parma, MI – Mar 15, 2016
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Dr. Michael McDonnell, DO is an obstetrician gynecologist in Jackson, MI. He is affiliated with Henry Ford Health Jackson Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Ohio University

    Medical School
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Locations

Practice

Henry Ford Allegiance Health205 N East Ave Jackson, MI 49201
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Oaklawn Hospital200 N Madison St Marshall, MI 49068
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Henry Ford Health Jackson Hospital

    205 N East Ave
    Jackson, MI 49201
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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