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Dr. Scott MacDonald, DO

Dr. Scott MacDonald, DO

Orthopedic Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Scott MacDonald, DO is an orthopedic surgeon in Johnson City, TN and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Franklin Woods Community Hospital and Holston Valley Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 88 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (88 reviews)

Practice

2410 Susannah St Johnson City, TN 37601

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. MacDonald specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. MacDonald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. MacDonald

4.9
88 ratings, 66 with a written review
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Excellent Experience
I had an excellent experience. He diagnosed my issue quickly and did what was needed when the insurance company initially denied my surgery. He recognized that I am a very active person who wants to get back on the court. I am 6 weeks out from surgery and recovering splendidly.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 29, 2025
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Highly disappointed
The doctor spent 5-10 minutes with me. Told me what could be done and said he was a surgeon and I did not need him and left the room. No opportunity to ask questions or explanation of procedure. I felt like I was bothering him and he just discarded me. I went to him because of my pain and he came highly recommended but would not go back to him. I will just live with the pain first. So tired of being treated like not believed or pain not that bad. They would not want their family treated this way.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Jan 27, 2025
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Sincere Doctor
He is caring and sincere on helping his patients.
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
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Martha Hill – Dec 26, 2024
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Best Dr. ever
Dr. MacDonald performed surgery on my back. I would highly recommend him as well as any Surgeon in the country. Why go out of state or anywhere besides Watauga. The surgery staff at the surgery center near tri city airport was super. I could not have asked to be treated any better than they treated me .Dr. MacDonald is my Hero
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
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Dave Carmack – Dec 18, 2024
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After years of back pain, PT Chiropractic, and various solutions, my back pain had gotten worse with additional pain in my glute and down my leg. I was finally sent to Dr McDonald and he quickly determined the nerve root issues with MRI. I like his no nonsense approach and suggested least invasive first. Hoping for the best either Epidural Steroid, but have options if this doesn’t do it.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 others found this helpful
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Jan Moore – Nov 14, 2024
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He was very kind and compassionate while explaining my condition
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
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Nov 14, 2024
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An Excellent Surgeon.....Highly Recommend!
I had an excellent outcome from my spinal fusion surgery and would highly recommend Dr. Scott MacDonald. He is very professional and explains things thoroughly. He even called me at home to answer some additional questions I had about the surgery. I had nerve pain for months from an inflamed nerve sac caused by spine instability. I appreciated that he recommended other options to try first before going immediately to surgery for a solution. PT and an epidural steroid injection didn't help, so I opted for the surgery. After surgery in early June, the nerve pain was immediately relieved, and I was fortunate to have no post-surgery pain.....a little discomfort the first week, but no pain.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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SCP – Jul 30, 2024
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Exceptional surgeon!
Dr. MacDonald was referred to us by one of his respected peers. He's an exceptional surgeon with an impeccable reputation as being one of the most gifted in his field! He was very knowledgeable, informative and personable. His personal nurse and his entire team were professional, caring and very easy to reach by phone and in person with questions and concerns both prior to surgery and post surgery. Dr. MacDonald's meticulous surgical skill completely fixed my spinal issue! I was in very good hands and feel extremely blessed to have had Dr. MacDonald as my surgeon!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Jul 28, 2024
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Very good and caring physician
Took the time to explain why I needed a MRI and follow up. Never once rushed thru the appointment. Always had the feeling he likes what he does and cares about his patients.
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
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Doug Hill – Jul 25, 2024
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Best care ever
Dr MacDonald is a highly skilled surgeon. He repaired my back problems and he has the best bedside care I have ever known. I would not recommend anyone else for spine surgery.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Mike – Jul 01, 2024
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Caring and compassionate
Dr. Macdonald spent time explaining my condition and my options. He and his outstanding staff are all very knowledgeable, caring, and compassionate. I highly recommend Dr. Macdonald and his staff!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Christina – Jun 13, 2024
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Scot seemed on top of the problem I am having and has a plan to fix it!. Awaiting clearance from primary care physician.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 06, 2024
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Felt very confident with Dr Macdonald
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 other person found this helpful
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Mar 19, 2024
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Highly Recommend
Quality staff and doctors! I highly recommend Dr. Macdonald and his incredible staff for their professionalism, quality, timeliness and courtesy.
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
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Mar 05, 2024
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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
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Sep 06, 2023
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One Year Out
Always welcomed as a family member. Recommend Dr S Macdonald and his team to all who need back care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Donna S. – Aug 22, 2023
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A great and personable orthopedic doc!
Very easy to talk to, very encouraging and understanding of the situation.
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
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Gregory Todd Orr – Aug 13, 2023
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Dr. MacDonld
He was very personable. Very knowledgeable and gave the information to make it easy to understand. He was professional.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 11, 2023
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Not totally pleased
I told him what I felt and didn’t get a response as to what is going on. He usually is pretty clear but today I felt like he didn’t want to address my issues.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Aug 10, 2023
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Very pleasant, on time and knowledgeable.
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
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P Brorby – Jul 29, 2023
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Dr. Scott MacDonald, DO is an orthopedic surgeon in Johnson City, TN and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012. He is affiliated with medical...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2012
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Watauga Orthopaedics PLC.2410 Susannah St Johnson City, TN 37601
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Sat: 10:00am - 2:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Watauga Orthopaedics PLC875 Larry Neil Way Kingsport, TN 37660
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Watauga Orthopaedics PLC340 Steeles Rd Bristol, TN 37620
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Franklin Woods Community Hospital

    300 Med Tech Pkwy
    Johnson City, TN 37604

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sycamore Shoals Hospital

    1501 W Elk Ave
    Elizabethton, TN 37643
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Holston Valley Medical Center

    130 W Ravine Rd
    Kingsport, TN 37660
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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