Dr. Robert J. Macdonald, DO | Barrington, IL | Family Medicine

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Dr. Robert Macdonald is a family medicine physician with 31 years of experience providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training at Cook County Hospital. Dr. Macdonald brings extensive experience in osteopathic medicine, which emphasizes treating the whole person rather than just symptoms. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Macdonald practices at several locations throughout the Chicago area, including Barrington, Hoffman Estates, and Elk Grove Village, with his primary affiliation at Ascension Saint Alexius. He specializes in treating a wide range of conditions including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teenagers. His practice also includes screening and management of colon polyps. Dr. Macdonald offers various treatment approaches such as physical therapy and strength …training, along with comprehensive blood testing for general health monitoring. Patients rate him 4.5 out of 5 stars on average.

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4.5

20 Ratings
31 years of experience
73 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Cook County Hospital
5 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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4.5

20 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 7 Minutes

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Had a good bedside manner: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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treats each patient as an individual takes the time to know your situation, even though very busy ,uses common sense. PLAINLY COMMUNICATES. REGARDLESS OF THE ISSUES MAKES ONE FEEL COMFORTABLE UNDER HIS CARE !

April 26th, 2017

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Dr. MacDonald is an excellent family physician. He listens attentively to what you have to say...asks good questions....explains things.....follows through quickly.... is very knowledgeable.....and caring and is a very comfortable person to open up to. He's been my doctor for many years and I feel very confident with his care.

April 30th, 2016

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I saw him once, years ago, when he was the on-call doctor for my doctor when she was out of town. I was impressed with his treatment of me; he listened and seemed to truly care. I have never forgotten how kind he was with me, even though I wasn't his patient.

March 9th, 2016

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Been with Dr. MacDonald for 13 years, and have never been even slightly upset with him...I'm not always easy to please either. His sweet and calm demeanor places you into a state of peacefulness right away. Hoping this man never dies, retires, or quits before I leave this world!

March 26th, 2015

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This guy is a joke. I had heart palpitations and this guy suggested a Hiatial hernia. I went to a cardiologist, suggested this guys idea and was laughed at in my face. I was put on a Halter Monitor by the Cardiologist and it was about a week, 10 days afterwards and I had not heard the results as of yet, and I assumed this guy was in the loop, considering he was MY Doctor. I e-mailed him with my concerns and he said Got it. I suggest you contact the cardiologist. I just thought this was very cold. I am a 35 on the BMI rating and asked the Doc if he would entertain putting me on a new diet med that was out. He refused. That is all fine, but the way he went about it suggesting I see a nutritionist. I told him I am obese, I don't need to know what is making me fat, I already know. I need help in getting the weight off and at 53, I know what works and what doesn't. This guy is just a fool and I firmly believe that he is not in this occupation to make people 'better' He just… wastes every bodies time everyday and goes home and does it again. I do not believe there is a caring bone in his body. No empathy. Not willing to try new things or things that work, plus he had no clue as to what may have been causing my palpitations. He just guessed. At least that is the feeling I got from him. Stay away.

October 22nd, 2014

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AMITA Health Medical Group Primary Care Barrington

530 N Hough St Ste 110Barrington, IL 60010

Ascension Saint Alexius

1555 N Barrington RdHoffman Estates, IL 60169

Tel: (847) 843-2000

Ascension Alexian Brothers

800 Biesterfield RdElk Grove Village, IL 60007

Tel: (847) 437-5500


Dr. Robert James Macdonald, DO	Dr. Sherwonna Barron, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, FPA	Crea Rose, FNP	Roberto Valledor, MD
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (20 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
31 Years of Experience		4 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish		Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English
Barrington , IL	Bolingbrook , IL	Salem , IL	Mission , TX
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine		Med School: Walden University
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Cook County Hospital

Medical School

Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1995

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Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Macdonald affiliated with?: Dr. Robert Macdonald is affiliated with Ascension Saint Alexius.
Where is Dr. Robert Macdonald's office located?: Dr. Robert Macdonald's office is located at 530 N Hough St Ste 110, Barrington, IL, 60010.
Does Dr. Robert Macdonald accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Robert Macdonald accepts on their Vitals profile.
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