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Dr. Michael McDonald, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
4.5 (18)
Map Pin Small Spokane, WA
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Michael McDonald, MD

Dr. Michael McDonald, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Spokane, WA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 29 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from University of Utah School of Medicine and is affiliated with Lincoln Hospital, Multicare Valley Hospital and Newport Hospital and Health Services.

Dr. McDonald works at Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists in Spokane, WA with other offices in Spokane Valley, WA. They frequently treat conditions like Joint Pain and Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Anthem and CareFirst 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

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    Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists
    601 W 5th Ave Ste 400, Spokane, WA 99204 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (888) 660-2663
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    Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists
    12410 E Sinto Ave Ste 201, Spokane Valley, WA 99216 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (509) 928-4334

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Lincoln Hospital
  • Multicare Valley Hospital
  • Newport Hospital and Health Services

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    • Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details.
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    Jan 14, 2023
    Wife had total hip replacement; I had knee arthroscopic surgery — both extremely great results
    Ann and Dave — Jan 14, 2023
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    About Dr. Michael McDonald, MD

    Specialties
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 29 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1275504045
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • University Of Mn Med School
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Utah School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of Utah
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Michael 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 an average wait time of 31 – 45 minutes at their office(s).

    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 Joint Pain and Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis, 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.

    18 patients have reviewed Dr. McDonald. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. 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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