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Dr. Brian McDonald, MD

Critical Care Medicine* Age 58
Dr. Brian McDonald, MD
3.6 (10 Ratings)

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Dr. Brian McDonald, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Schenectady, NY.
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Dr. Brian McDonald, MD

Critical Care Medicine* Age 58
Schenectady, NY
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Brian McDonald, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Schenectady, NY.

About

Dr. McDonald graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Brian McDonald, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Schenectady, NY and has 27 years experience. Dr. McDonald currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ellis Hospital and Saratoga Hospital. Dr. McDonald has experience treating conditions like Respiratory Failure and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. McDonald received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 10 times. Dr. McDonald's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. McDonald also speaks Italian and Russian. Dr. McDonald is board certified in Critical Care Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Respiratory Failure
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Shortness of Breath
Respiratory Failure
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Shortness of Breath
Respiratory Failure
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Shortness of Breath
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Chest Pain
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Emphysema
Gallstones
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Cancer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pneumonia
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Hypertension
Sleep Apnea
Traumatic Brain Injury
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Endoscopic Biopsy Bronchus Robotic Assist
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Thoracentesis
Abdominal Abscess
Acute Bowel Infarction
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Alkalosis
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Asbestosis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Pleural Neoplasm
Biliary Tract Cancer
Blastomycosis
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Bronchiolitis
Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis
Burn Injuries
Candidiasis of Lung
Cholangiocarcinoma
Chronic Bronchiolitis
Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Pulmonary Embolism
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Chylothorax
Colorectal Cancer
Cough
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Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
E. Coli Pneumonia
Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Hemorrhoids
Hepatopulmonary Syndrome
Hiatal Hernia
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Hypoxemia
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Influenza (Flu)
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Abscess
Lung Nodule
Malignant Pleura Secondary
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleura Cancer
Pleurisy
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Pneumoconiosis and Pneumonopathy
Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary Edema
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
Secondary Malignancies
Septic Embolism
Sleep Related Hypoxemia
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Still's Disease
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Swine Flu
Thyroid Cancer
Tracheitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Valley Fever
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Wheezing
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Airway Stenting
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Respiratory Management
Sleep Study
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Tracheostomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • MagnaCare PPO
  • MVP Health Care HMO
    MVP Health Plan EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts PPO
  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO
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    GHI CBP
  • Flex Connecticut EPO
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  • Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
    Choice Care Network PPO
  • Empire Hospital/Medical (Trad)
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    Blue Acess Employer Sponsored
    Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    Empire Hospital
  • Savings Plus of Metro, NY
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Select
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    APCN Open Access Aetna Select
    Choice Plus POS II
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Premier Care Network APCN Choice (OAMC) POS II
  • Nexus Open Access
    Choice Plus POS
    Options PPO
    Navigate POS
    Navigate HMO
  • Blue Shield of Northeastern New York HMO
  • Fidelis Care

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    1101 Nott St # C1, Schenectady, NY 12308
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 289-2400
  2. 2 Office
    116 Polar Plz, Amsterdam, NY 12010
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 627-0410
  3. 3 Schenectady Pulmonary & Critical Care Associates PC
    124 Rosa Rd Ste 382, Schenectady, NY 12308
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 386-3691
    Monday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:00 - 17:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonald
3.6
Based on 10 Reviews
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1 Star (3)

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Patient Reviews
Apr 19, 2024
When my doctor retired I was lucky to be assigned to Dr McDonald. He listened carefully to my concerns and picked up on the need to update my spirometry and nighttime O2 levels. Even when the patient load is heavy you don’t feel his care is rushed.
— Apr 19, 2024
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Italian
Russian
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Critical Care Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease and Pulmonology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Columbia Presby
    1998
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Columbia Presby Hospital
    2003
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Brian McDonald, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. McDonald's profile.

Dr. McDonald frequently treats the following conditions: Respiratory Failure and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Brian McDonald, MD is affiliated with Ellis Hospital and Saratoga Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Brian McDonald, MD holds board certification in Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease and Pulmonology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ellis Hospital

    1101 Nott St, Schenectady, NY

  • Saratoga Hospital

    211 Church St, Saratoga Springs, NY