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Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD

Nephrology*
4.9 (46)
Map Pin Small Dallas, TX
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD

Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in Dallas, TX. They specialize in Nephrology, has 40 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine and is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving and Baylor University Medical Center. Dr. McDonald, completed a residency at University Hospital - St Paul. Patients rated Dr. McDonald an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. McDonald works at Dallas Nephrology Associates (DNA) in Dallas, TX with other offices in Desoto, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. McDonald's Office Locations

  1. 1
    DNA Viceroy Office Practice
    1420 Viceroy Dr, Dallas, TX 75235 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (214) 366-6081
  2. 2
    DNA DeSoto Charlton Office Practice
    2651 Bolton Boone Dr, Desoto, TX 75115 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (214) 358-2300
  3. 3
    DNA Landry Office Practice
    411 N Washington Ave Ste 6000, Dallas, TX 75246 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (214) 358-2300

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving
  • Baylor University Medical Center

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Acute Kidney Failure
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
End-Stage Renal Disease
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Vitamin D Deficiency
Acidosis
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Acute Kidney Infection
Alkalosis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Polycystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Dehydration
Gout
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Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hydronephrosis
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Kidney Infection
Kidney Stones
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Nephrotic Syndrome
Potassium Deficiency
Proteinuria
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Renal Osteodystrophy
Hemodialysis
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Peritoneal Dialysis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound
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    4.9
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    About Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD

    Specialties*
    • Nephrology

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    Years of Experience
    • 40 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1366413288
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Parkland Memorial Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Hospital - St Paul
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. McDonald is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. McDonald has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. McDonald has seen patients for Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. McDonald on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    46 patients have reviewed Dr. McDonald. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. McDonald.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. McDonald, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. McDonald appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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