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Dr. Matthew McDonald, DO

Bariatric Surgery*
4.9 (16)
Map Pin Small Albany, NY
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Matthew McDonald, DO

Dr. Matthew McDonald, DO is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Albany, NY. Dr. McDonald, completed a residency at SUNY Upstate. Patients rated Dr. McDonald an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. McDonald works at Practice in Albany, NY with other offices in Troy, NY and Bennington, VT. They frequently treat conditions like Obesity and Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia 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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Conditions Treated and Procedures Performed

Dr. McDonald's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Albany Medical Center Hospital
    43 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 292-6000
  2. 2
    Capital Bariatrics/Capital Cardiology Associates
    7 Southwoods Blvd, Albany, NY 12211 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 641-6580
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3
    Capital Bariatrics/Capital Cardiology Associates
    2200 Burdett Ave, Troy, NY 12180 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 641-6580
  4. 4
    Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
    100 Hospital Dr, Bennington, VT 05201 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 292-6000

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Albany Medical Center Hospital
  • Samaritan Hospital
  • Northern Dutchess Hospital
  • Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

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Obesity
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Duodenal Polypectomy

Treatment frequency



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Obesity
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Duodenal Polypectomy
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Biopsy of Breast
Colectomy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Gynecomastia Repair
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Non Invasive Mechanical Ventilatn Robotic Assist
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
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    4.9
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    Based on 16 ratings
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    About Dr. Matthew McDonald, DO

    Specialties*
    • Bariatric Surgery

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1619167640
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • SUNY Upstate
    Residency
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Matthew McDonald, DO 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 Obesity and Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia, 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.

    16 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.

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