Dr. James Macdonald, MD | Tucson, AZ | Urology

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Dr. James Macdonald is a urologist who has dedicated over four decades to caring for patients with urinary and reproductive health conditions. He earned his medical degree from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Medical Center. With 43 years of experience in urology, Dr. Macdonald brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Macdonald practices at Northwest Medical Center and sees patients in Tucson, Arizona. He specializes in treating conditions such as enlarged prostate, acute urinary retention, and difficulty emptying the bladder completely. His expertise includes performing diagnostic procedures like urine analysis, testing bladder function, and measuring leftover urine after urination. Patients have given Dr. Macdonald an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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26 Ratings
43 years of experience
12 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
University Medical Center
9 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
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Extremely rude, callous,and disrespectful. Would not want any family member treated by him

January 26th, 2019

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I have to wait over an hour on each visit. Talks about himself and his struggles.

January 7th, 2019

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Doesn't really seem like he cares goes off and talks about other things more than your condition I am a liver and kidney transplant recipient now with prostrate cancer first getting a treatment and it's been 10 months since I've been diagnosed the condition doesn't seem like any urgency

August 2nd, 2018

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Great Physician if I could just get an appointment to see him. He saved my life in 2003. Since I have not seen him in 3 years I am considered a new patient. All I wanted was an appointment. We'll see if I can get a call back. May have to have my radiation oncologist call him to get an appointment.

June 1st, 2018

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Only had one consultation, but was impressed with knowledge and demeanor.

July 15th, 2015

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Old, cranky, and a "good old boy". Stay away!

March 27th, 2015

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Time for this big-shot to retire. Don't know if he ever gave a d--n, but he clearly doesn't now. Waited more than an hour before seeing one of MacDonald's flunkies before the great one finally made an appearance. Clearly my appointment was a huge imposition on him. Sorry to bother you "Doctor". Won't happen again.

February 17th, 2015

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Hard edge and bullish but wants the best for his patients.

February 11th, 2015

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Likes to talk his conservative political issues more than listening to the patient. He needs to retire!

May 11th, 2013

Arizona Urology Specialists Pllc

6325 E Tanque Verde RdTucson, AZ 85715

Tel: (520) 795-5830

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. James Macdonald, MD	Dr. Anthony Hugo Chavez, MD	Dr. Eric Castaneda	Dr. Alberto Guillermo Corica, MD
Urology	Urology	Urology	Urology
Accepts New Patients			Accepts New Patients
3 (26 Ratings)	3.5 (16 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.3 (22 Ratings)
43 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience		25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish
Tucson , AZ	Tucson , AZ	Tucson , AZ	Tucson , AZ
Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine		Med School: Universidad De Buenos Aires
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Urology

Bladder Issues
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University Medical Center

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Oregon Health & Science University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Where is Dr. James Macdonald's office located?: Dr. James Macdonald's office is located at 6325 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85715.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Macdonald affiliated with?: Dr. James Macdonald is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center.
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