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Dr. Darren McDonald, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 50
Dr. Darren McDonald, MD
4.4 (43 Ratings)

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Dr. Darren McDonald, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Buffalo, MN.
Dr. Darren McDonald, MD
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Dr. Darren McDonald, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 50
Buffalo, MN
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Darren McDonald, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Buffalo, MN.

About

Dr. McDonald graduated from Mayo Clinic. Dr. Darren McDonald, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Buffalo, MN and has 16 years experience. Dr. McDonald currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital and Buffalo Hospital. At present, Dr. McDonald received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 43 times. Dr. McDonald's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. McDonald is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Mixed Hearing Loss
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Chronic Tonsillitis
Mixed Hearing Loss
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Chronic Tonsillitis
Mixed Hearing Loss
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Chronic Tonsillitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Dysphagia
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Myringitis
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Oral Cancer
Salivary Gland Cancer
Tongue Cancer
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Adenoidectomy
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Ear Tube Placement
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Thyroid Lobectomy
Tonsillectomy
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anosmia
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Bone Cancer
Broken Nose
Carcinoma Tongue
Chronic Adenoid Infection
Chronic Sinusitis
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Deafness
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Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Enlarged Turbinates
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Facial Fracture
Facial Nerve Disorder
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Glossopharyngeal Nerve Disorder
Gum Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hyperparathyroidism
Hypopharynx Cancer
Labyrinthine Dysfunction
Labyrinthitis
Laryngeal Cancer
Laryngitis
Larynx Cancer
Leukoplakia
Lip Cancer
Loss of Smell and Taste
Loss of Taste
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Malignant Otitis Externa
Mouth Cancer
Nasal Polyp
Nose Cancer
Nosebleed
Osteosarcoma
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Perforated Eardrum
Peritonsillar Abscess
Pharyngitis
Postnasal Drip
Salivary Gland Cyst
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sinusitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Sleep Apnea
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Throat Pain
Thyroid Cancer
Tinnitus
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TMJ
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Tongue-Tie
Tonsil Cancer
Tonsillitis
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Vertigo
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Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Polyp
Wheezing
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Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Audiometry
Balloon Sinuplasty
Caldwell-Luc Procedure
Carotid Ultrasound
Cleft Palate Repair (Palatoplasty)
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Facial Bone
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision or Destruction of Dentoalveolar Lesion or Tumor
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Glossectomy
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Laryngectomy and Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Lip, Excision or Resection
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Oral Cancer Screening
Parathyroidectomy
Perforated Eardrum Repair (Tympanoplasty)
Puncture Aspiration
Rhinoseptoplasty
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Thyroid Scan
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Uvulectomy
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 Buffalo Hospital
    303 Catlin St, Buffalo, MN 55313
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (763) 684-6160
  2. 2 Minnesota Hearing Aid Professionals Inc
    2211 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (612) 871-1144
  3. 3 Office
    9550 Upland Ln N Ste 200, Maple Grove, MN 55369
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (612) 871-1144
  4. 4 Ent. Specialty Care
    6099 Wayzata Blvd Ste 200, Minneapolis, MN 55416
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (612) 871-1144
  5. 5 Allina Health ENT and Audiology Plymouth
    2805 Campus Dr Ste 205, Minneapolis, MN 55441
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (763) 553-0695

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4.4
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Jul 28, 2024
He was able to see me prior to a trip. ENT SPECIALISTS has been my go to group.
— Jul 28, 2024
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Mayo Clinic
    2008
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Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Darren McDonald, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. McDonald's profile.

Dr. Darren McDonald, MD is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital and Buffalo Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Darren McDonald, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Abbott Northwestern Hospital

    800 E 28th St, Minneapolis, MN

  • Buffalo Hospital

    303 Catlin St, Buffalo, MN