Summary

Dr. Patricia McDonald is an ophthalmologist with 47 years of experience caring for patients with eye and vision concerns. She earned her medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed her residency training at Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat Hospital. Dr. McDonald speaks Spanish and Polish to better serve her diverse patient community.

Dr. McDonald practices at Hospital For Special Care and sees patients at locations throughout New Britain and Bristol, Connecticut. She specializes in treating dry eyes and refractive errors that affect clear vision. Her expertise includes comprehensive eye exams and dilated eye examinations to detect vision problems early. Patients have given her an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 47 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Polish
  • Manhattan Eye Ear And Throat Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Patricia Ann Mcdonald has 3 locations

Starling Physicians

1 LAKE ST BLDG CNEW BRITAIN, CT 06052
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

New Britain General Campus

100 Grand StNew Britain, CT 06052

Starling Physicians Bristol Eye Center

1345 FARMINGTON AVEBRISTOL, CT 06010
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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Dr. Patricia Ann Mcdonald, MDDr. William Robert Maron, MDDr. Amy Yueshun Tso, MDDr. Richard Dean Gilbert, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
47 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Polish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Italian, Spanish, English
NEW BRITAIN , CTHartford , CTNew Haven , CTWaterbury , CT
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Patricia Ann Mcdonald

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePartners of Connecticut
  • Centivo
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community First Health Plans
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • Culinary Health Fund
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Patricia Ann Mcdonald has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Patricia Ann Mcdonald has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Connecticut, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Manhattan Eye Ear And Throat Hospital

Medical School

Columbia University College Of Physicians & SurgeonsGraduated in 1979

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Patricia Mcdonald speak?
Dr. Patricia Mcdonald speaks Spanish and Polish.
Is Dr. Patricia Mcdonald accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Patricia Mcdonald accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Patricia Mcdonald accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Patricia Mcdonald affiliated with?
Dr. Patricia Mcdonald is affiliated with Hospital For Special Care.
Where is Dr. Patricia Mcdonald's office located?
Dr. Patricia Mcdonald's office is located at 1 LAKE ST BLDG C, NEW BRITAIN, CT, 06052.

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