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Dr. Kathleen McDonald, MD

Dr. Kathleen McDonald, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Kathleen McDonald, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Houston, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McDonald has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. She graduated from University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine in 1991. She is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 85 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (85 reviews)

Practice

11914 Astoria Blvd Ste 360 Houston, TX 77089

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Dr. McDonald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonald

4.6
85 ratings, 71 with a written review
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Friendly atmosphere
What stands out to me were the fact that the staff made you feel welcome. The medical assistant was friendly and understanding. Dr. McDonald was professional and listened to my health issues. It is obvious that she well learned in her field.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Charlie Red – Oct 15, 2024
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Great staff.
Exam room comfortable for wheelchair. Hallway and waiting area not adequate for wheelchair with leg extended. Portico too narrow for wheelchair patient. Only 2 handicapped slots for parking? Really?
What went well
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What could be improved
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Oct 12, 2024
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The kindness that the nurse and the doctor showed even though I was scared to death to have her do anything to me . Thank you. At my age you can imagine the worst.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 12, 2024
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Telehealth
Check my hearing
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Janie Olguin – Oct 11, 2024
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Friendly services with professionalism
Visited Dr. McDonald for the recommendations on optional surgery on bump on face. Dr. Performed biopsy as requested and will recommend upon lab results.I was very comfortable with Dr. McDonald during visit with her clinic. Staff were friendly.Insurance information was pre approved before the visit and checking online process was appreciated. Thanks Amit Pathak
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 10, 2024
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Knowledgeable
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 01, 2024
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very professional, knowledgeable
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 18, 2024
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Dr McDonald was very professional. Explained well to me
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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C G Villalongin – Aug 14, 2024
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Wonderful and very thorough!!
I will recommend her to family and friends!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ruby De Leon – Aug 06, 2024
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She is very caring and knowledgeable.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Great doctor! – Aug 02, 2024
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Very thorough and patient.
Comfortable waiting room, nice nurse practitioner, and friendly receptionist which makes a difference to a visit.
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What could be improved
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Jul 30, 2024
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Dr. McDonald
Very comfortable office, everyone was just so sweet and accommodating. Dr.McDonald is amazing and thoroughly knowledgeable. Will recommend to everyone.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 27, 2024
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Dr. McDonald and her staff are friendly and welcoming
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Patricia Wilbanks – Jul 02, 2024
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Office visit and laryngoscopy
Dr. McDonald and her staff are friendly, professional and efficient!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gary Skakun MD – May 31, 2024
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Initial visit
I was able to get a last minute Same day appointment for my initial visit. Very professional, thanks
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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William O’Donnell – May 23, 2024
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staff friendly and helpful. doctor was knowledgeable
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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don baulch – May 22, 2024
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Very professional and efficient.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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James Kidwell – May 21, 2024
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Thorough. Listens. Cares. Plan of action
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 09, 2022
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Very good and caring. I would definitely recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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John W. – Jun 08, 2022
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Nielsen GE
Dr MacDonald and her staff is very professional and companionate. I would recommend her practice to everyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nielsen GE – Jun 07, 2022
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About Me

biography

Kathleen McDonald, M.D., is the first female Otolaryngologist to join Houston ENT. She is one of eight children who grew up on a farm in Nebraska. Two of her sisters are also physicians. She attended medical school at the University of Nebraska....read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • University Tex Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1992
  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
  • Kearney State College

    Undergraduate School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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