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Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 47
Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD
4.6 (39 Ratings)

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Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, LA.
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Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 47
Baton Rouge, LA
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, LA.

About

Dr. McDonald Sr graduated from LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / ALEXANDRIA CAMPUS. Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, LA and has 20 years experience. Dr. McDonald Sr currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Baton Rouge General-Bluebonnet, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center and West Feliciana Parish Hospital. Dr. McDonald Sr has experience treating conditions like Abdominal Pain, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Gallstones among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. McDonald Sr received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 39 times. Dr. McDonald Sr's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. McDonald Sr is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Abdominal Pain
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gallstones
Abdominal Pain
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gallstones
Abdominal Pain
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gallstones
Constipation
Nausea
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Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Splenomegaly
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Hepatitis
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Bowel Strangulation
Celiac Disease
Cholangitis
Chronic Anal Fissure
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Cyclical Vomiting
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Cancer
Dysentery
Eosinophilic Gastritis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Gastrojejunal Ulcer
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Abscess
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Megacolon
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatic Pseudocyst
Peptic Ulcer
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Stomal Ulcer
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin_Deficiency
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Locations

  1. 1 Louisiana Endoscopy Center
    9103 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (225) 927-1190
  2. 2 Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center
    5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (225) 765-6565
  3. 3 Vista Surgical Hospital
    9032 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (225) 768-5700

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4.6
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1 Star (4)

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Patient Reviews
Jul 02, 2024
Dr McDonald was very helpful in explaining the procedure. He listened when we explained the situation and our needs for information on my mass. He got me set up for robotic surgery in a very expedited fashion. I found Dr McDonald very straightforward and informative.
Paul — Jul 02, 2024
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / ALEXANDRIA CAMPUS
    2004
Medical Education

Board Certifications

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  • Gastroenterology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. McDonald Sr's profile.

Dr. McDonald Sr frequently treats the following conditions: Abdominal Pain, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Gallstones. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD is affiliated with Baton Rouge General-Bluebonnet, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center and West Feliciana Parish Hospital.

Yes, Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Baton Rouge General-Bluebonnet

    8585 Picardy Ave, Baton Rouge, LA

  • Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

    5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA

  • West Feliciana Parish Hospital

    5266 Commerce St, Saint Francisville, LA