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Dr. James Macdonald Jr, MD

Dr. James Macdonald Jr, MD

Neurology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. James Macdonald Jr, MD is a neurologist in Smithfield, NC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest University in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities Rex Hospital and Johnston Health. He is accepting new patients.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

509 N Brightleaf Blvd Smithfield, NC 27577

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Macdonald Jr is affiliated with Rex Hospital Raleigh, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurology.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Macdonald Jr specializes in the area of Neurology. See board certifications
  • 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 Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Macdonald Jr

2.7

10 ratings, 7 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Tamara – Feb 18, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Concerned patient – Feb 17, 2025
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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
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Jas – Jul 03, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
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
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Mystery Woman in Garner, NC – Dec 23, 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
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Jamie in KENLY,NC – Aug 28, 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
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Marilyn Potter in Princeton NC – Aug 10, 2016
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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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
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Aug 03, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I decided to pursue a medical career in neurology after my grandfather was diagnosed with Parkinson™s disease.

biography

I decided to pursue a medical career in neurology after my grandfather was diagnosed with Parkinson™s disease.
  • Neurology

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  • Wake Forest University

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Locations

Practice

Johnston UNC Healthcare509 N Brightleaf Blvd Smithfield, NC 27577
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Practice

UNC Specialty Care at Smithfield507 N Brightleaf Blvd Ste 202 Smithfield, NC 27577
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UNC Physicians Network LLC2000 Perimeter Park Dr Ste 200 Morrisville, NC 27560
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Rex Hospital

    4420 Lake Boone Trl
    Raleigh, NC 27607
    Recipient of 17
    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

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care 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

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Johnston Health

    509 N Brightleaf Blvd
    Smithfield, NC 27577
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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.

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

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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