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Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD

Nephrology* Age 67
Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD
4.9 (46 Ratings)

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Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD is a Nephrologist in Dallas, TX.
Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD
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Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD

Nephrology* Age 67
Dallas, TX
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD is a Nephrologist in Dallas, TX.

About

Dr. McDonald graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 1984 and completed a residency at University Hospital - St Paul.Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD is a Nephrologist in Dallas, TX and has 40 years experience. Dr. McDonald currently practices at Dallas Nephrology Associates (DNA) and are affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano. Dr. McDonald has experience treating conditions like Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders and Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. McDonald received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 46 times. Dr. McDonald's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. McDonald is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
End-Stage Renal Disease
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
End-Stage Renal Disease
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
End-Stage Renal Disease
Acute Kidney Failure
Alkalosis
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertension
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypokalemia
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Renal Osteodystrophy
Vitamin D Deficiency
Acidosis
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Acute Kidney Infection
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Congenital Anomalies of Kidney
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Polycystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Dehydration
Gout
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Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hydronephrosis
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Kidney Infection
Kidney Stones
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Nephrotic Syndrome
Proteinuria
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Hemodialysis
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Peritoneal Dialysis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
    National POS
    Choice POS
    Choice Care Network PPO
    Preferred PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Blue Choice
    Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    Blue Card PPO
  • Cigna HMO
    LocalPlus
    Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Blue Choice
    Blue Advantage HMO
    Blue Advantage HMO
    Blue Essentials HMO
    BestChoice PPO
  • Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Open Choice PPO
    EPO and Open Access Aetna Select Texas Health EPO
    Aetna
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Navigate POS
    Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
    Options PPO
    Nexus Open Access

Locations

  1. 1 DNA Viceroy Office Practice
    1420 Viceroy Dr, Dallas, TX 75235
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (214) 366-6081
  2. 2 DNA DeSoto Charlton Office Practice
    2651 Bolton Boone Dr, Desoto, TX 75115
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (214) 358-2300
  3. 3 DNA Landry Office Practice
    411 N Washington Ave Ste 6000, Dallas, TX 75246
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (214) 358-2300

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonald
4.9
Based on 46 Reviews
5 Stars (44)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (1)

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Patient Reviews
Mar 23, 2024
Dr.McDonald, is caring and comes prepared. She is a good listener and tells it like it is. Good or bad from your blood work.
Sally Civello — Mar 23, 2024
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Specialties*
Nephrology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Hospital - St Paul
    1987
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Parkland Memorial Hospital
    1989
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. McDonald communicate via email?
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Does Dr. McDonald offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. McDonald offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. McDonald have free onsite parking?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. McDonald frequently treats the following conditions: Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders and Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano.

Yes, Dr. Lauren McDonald, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano

    6200 W Parker Rd, Plano, TX