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Dr. Bart MacDonald, MD

Dr. Bart MacDonald, MD

Neurosurgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Bart MacDonald, MD is a neurosurgeon in Canton, GA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northside Hospital and Northside Hospital Forsyth. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 57 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (57 reviews)

Spectrum Neurosurgical Specialists - Cherokee

470 Northside Cherokee Blvd Ste 460 Canton, GA 30115

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(770) 721-9540

Hospital Highlight

Dr. MacDonald is affiliated with Northside Hospital Cherokee Canton, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. MacDonald is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. MacDonald specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. MacDonald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. MacDonald

4.4

57 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
2%
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3 Star
2%
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
14%
14%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jan 01, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
ddm – Aug 09, 2023
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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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 17, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Barbara Ducote – Mar 15, 2022
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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
Helpful
Patrick Sullivan – May 12, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kendra – Jul 14, 2020
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sean S. – Jan 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Cumming – Feb 22, 2019
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
M. HEALD in Sugar Hill, GA – Apr 21, 2018
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
bob in alpharetta, ga – Jan 15, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dahlonega, GA – Mar 22, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Wanda in Decatur, GA – Mar 17, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
BettyT in Corpus Christi, TX – Sep 15, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jim C in Braselton, GA – Jul 01, 2016
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Annette Garcia in Cartersville, GA – Dec 31, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

To walk with you and your family in the trying times of an unexpected health crisis. The goal is help you understand your condition, see ALL the treatment options, and be able to understand the reason for choosing the best option for you in light...read more

biography

A native of Georgia living in Stone Mountain, Cumming and Roswell. He attended Forsyth Co High and graduated from Georgia Tech. Dr. Bart MacDonald attended medical school at the Medical College of Georgia and completed his internship at the University...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Harvard/bwh|university Nc At Chapel Hill|university Of Texas At Houston / Medical School At Houston|university Of Texas Medical Branch|university Of Texas, Houston

    Residency Hospital, 2007

  • University Of Florida-gainesville

    Internship Hospital, 2001

  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. MacDonald is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Spectrum Neurosurgical Specialists - Cherokee

    Spectrum Neurosurgical Specialists - Cherokee470 Northside Cherokee Blvd Ste 460 Canton, GA 30115
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    Spectrum Neurosurgical Specialists - Forsyth

    Spectrum Neurosurgical Specialists - Forsyth1505 Northside Blvd Ste 2500 Cumming, GA 30041
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northside Hospital Cherokee

      450 Northside Cherokee Blvd
      Canton, GA 30115
      Recipient of 13
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      19% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Northside Hospital Forsyth

      1200 Northside Forsyth Dr
      Cumming, GA 30041
      Recipient of 12
      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

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

      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

      View all awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      12% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Northside Hospital

      1000 Johnson Ferry Rd
      Atlanta, GA 30342
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      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

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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