Summary

Dr. Alden McDonald specializes in cardiovascular disease, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of heart conditions. They earned their medical degree from Harvard Medical School and have practiced for 22 years, developing expertise in managing complex cardiac disorders. Dr. McDonald is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing them to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. McDonald maintains affiliations with several respected medical centers, including Sutter Eden Medical Center and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center. They practice in Castro Valley, California, where they treat conditions such as atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease. Dr. McDonald performs diagnostic procedures like echocardiograms and electrocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients have given them an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 22 years of experience
  • 71 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Harvard Medical School
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

Eden East Care Center

20130 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 307Castro Valley, CA 94546
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Castro Valley , CAStanford , CAStanford , CAPortola Valley , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEDICAL SCHOOL Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Alden J. McDonald

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr Alden J. McDonald has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Alden J. McDonald has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Dr Alden J. McDonald holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr McDonald's NPI number is 1083629786.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr Alden McDonald accepting new patients?
Dr Alden McDonald is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr Alden McDonald's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr Alden McDonald's office located?
Dr Alden McDonald's office is located at 20130 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 307, Castro Valley, CA, 94546.
Does Dr Alden McDonald accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Alden McDonald accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr Alden McDonald speak?
Dr Alden McDonald speaks Spanish and Chinese.
Does Dr Alden McDonald accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Alden McDonald has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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