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Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 46
Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD
4.6 (38 Ratings)

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

Gastroenterology* Age 46
Baton Rouge, LA
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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

About

Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA and has 20 years experience. They graduated from LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / ALEXANDRIA CAMPUS. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center and West Feliciana Parish Hospital. Dr. McDonald Sr has experience treating conditions like Constipation and Nausea 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 38 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. McDonald Sr is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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

Insurance Accepted

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO

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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Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonald Sr
4.6
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1 Star (4)

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Patient Reviews
Apr 19, 2024
Dr. McDonald is very thorough and a great communicator. He is patient and kind. Will listen to all questions and totally explain your condition and ask questions to make sure you understand. I recommend him highly.
— Apr 19, 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

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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: Constipation and Nausea. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John McDonald Sr, MD is affiliated with 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

  • Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center

    5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA

  • West Feliciana Parish Hospital

    5266 Commerce St, Saint Francisville, LA