Dr. James McDonough, MD

And quite rude at it

Terrible experiences with this man! Zero respect for the issues I was experiencing and actually accused me of either stockpiling or selling medication. Never again!

Hands down the best physician, I have ever worked with. He listens, I mean he really listens , for the first time I feel like I have a real advocate in my corner. The honesty the genuine care he provides, I can’t begin to describe.. both him and my therapist Dr. Mobed confer and have a real understanding of my emotional and physical needs he is someone I look forward to seeing. Even during the bad times now , it’s not like it was before I know now l will get through it. Because I have a dedicated treatment providers . Thank you, Both

I had the same Psychiatrist for almost 10 years and when he moved out of state at the beginning of 2023, I was devastated. I was convinced that I would never find a real competent and personable psychiatrist. When I met Dr. McDonough I was completely blown away. He actively listens, addresses concerns and follows up promptly. His patient care is top notch. I would highly recommend!

Very thorough Dr. that listens and understands. He’s the first Dr. I’ve had that actually heard what I was saying about my anxiety, which was completely controlling my life. He put me on the right medication immediately and I finally feel “ normal”. I’m able to enjoy life again and I feel so blessed that I found him.

Very good. Our conversations are efficient and helpful. Sometimes he adjusts medications and now I feel a good balance.

Dr McDonough is wonderful psychiatrist, I was sent to him due to multiple medical issues not addressed by medical doctors as those doctors felt it was all in my head , he listens and gives constructive criticism to help the patient . I liked his honesty which Was never demeaning . I left his practice due to his office being too far for me to drive but never picked up with any other shrink

I understand that during a National Pandemic health care professionals are stressed. However, no patient should have to spend 14 days and make at least 10 calls to try to get essential medications refilled. It’s not like this office is overrun with COVID patients - instead they closed their doors and put their phones on a repeating message that said they “realized the mailbox was full and that they were running behind on refill requests, and apologized for the inconvenience!” This is something one says when you run out of something on a menu- not when you can’t keep up with refills of medications that will cause major consequences for patients who miss doses.

Had to wait seven weeks for my first appointment. Didn't do a full written assessment/test. Office is disorganized. EVERY month my appointment is rescheduled. I am called to confirm my appointment, then within hours, I'm called again to inform me the doc won't be in the next day (when my appointment is scheduled, after waiting six weeks) and my appointment is rescheduled for an inconvenient time. This time it's at 6:20 pm. The next option was three weeks away. They have complete disregard for how important medication management is for us patients, especially when we have mental disorders. One time, the doctor's computer shut down during our appointment, and he completely shut down too; he forgot how to be a doctor and run an appointment. I ask for referrals to psychologists, and have yet to get any. The thing is, I have yet to find ANY shrinks in Lake county that are actually decent.

The best Psychiatrist I have had the absolute trust in and always willing to listen. He has been a positive motivating and knowledgeable professional as well as a pleasant kind man who has helped me immensely .

I really like Dr. McDonough. I have been seeing him for a year now and would highly recommend him. He has a way of connecting with me that makes me feel he truly cares about my mental health.

He is a very thorough doctor who listens and explains, things to patients.

TERRIBLE office!!! Dr. McDonough has the personality of Jabba the Hut, has NO interest in your care, does not "deal" with prescriptions, however I've been waiting 5 weeks for my prescription, incompetent and uncaring office staff keeps sending to wrong insurance....DO NOT SEE THIS OFFICE

Dr McDonough is a very attentive doctor, that shows his many years of experience and i felt comfortable in our visits. The staff is very friendly and professional, great office!

Arrogant, rude, condescending, speaks over you & you get a whole 15 minutes with him. You are totally rushed with no opportunity to explain changes in your condition or circumstances. I suffer from PTSD, acute anxiety, panic attacks, constant fear and insomnia. To sleep I took Seroquel which he had prescribed but had taken me off of. It was the only way I could sleep. He did not like that, threw away two bottles of my scripts in a very angry way and dismissed me. I would never recommend this Dr.