Dr. Paul McDonough, MD
Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience
Dr. Paul McDonough, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Abilene, TX and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES in 1995. He is affiliated with Hendrick Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
4.1 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (21 reviews)
Orthopedic Associates
1888 Antilley Rd Abilene, TX 79606Make an Appointment
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Dr. McDonough's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonough
4.1
21 ratings, 10 with a written review
| 5 star | 76% | 76% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 5% | 5% |
| 1 star | 19% | 19% |
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had a spinal decompression and fusioin in “22”
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
What could be improved
No results
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Robert Stanley PhD -Abilene, Texas – Aug 08, 2024
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He operated on my wife's neck, going through her throat. Accidently cut a vocal cord and thyroid. She has had trouble since then.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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John plunkett – Jan 13, 2022
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Dr. McDonough performed a cervical spinal fusion for me in 2016. At age 70, I’m back with spondylitis and degenerative L3, L4 issue. I wouldn’t see anyone else! He is thorough and just the best in Abilene.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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S Wyatt – Jan 07, 2021
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What a wonderful experience working with Dr. Paul McDonough. I am so very glad that our area has a spine specialist of this caliber. I read about Dr. McDonough's training and it is the highest level in the country. I think he is a very personable doctor and I could tell he really cares about his patients. I am glad I finally found him. I had a fusion in my lower back and I never felt better in my life. Thank you Dr. McDonough for helping me to get out of pain after so many years!
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 Wright – Dec 05, 2020
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Dr. McDonough did a wonderful job on my complex back surgery! He is an amazing surgeon and I would definitely recommend him to anyone considering neck or back surgery. He made me feel comfortable and now I am pain free! I only wish I would have done this surgery years ago.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Apr 01, 2018
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Dr. McDonough is very thorough and explained all the issues with my back clearly. Very conservative in his treatment approach.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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E. Thomas in Abilene TX – Nov 29, 2017
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Dr McDonough and his staff are very professional, friendly and have answered all my questions and addressed all my concerns that I have had. I had cervical fusion c3-c7 and a laminectomy performed and considering how complicated my situation had become I am totally satisfied with the outcome. My only complaint is not being prescribed strong enough pain medicine when I was discharged from the hospital, Luckily, my PCP helped me out.
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
10 others found this helpful
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Abilene, TX – Jan 11, 2017
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Dr. McDonough did neck surgery. He was very informative when explaining the procedure. I was having severe pain and could not move my arms. Surgery went great. And continue to have great results.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Susan F. in Midland, Tx – Jan 06, 2017
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Terrible experience. Dr Only did half of what he needed to do for reasons that me and my new surgeon can't explain. He did 2 surgeries on me and i got worse each time. When my pain got worse, he did nothing but say "sorry your in pain, ill see you back in 2 months." He sent me home the day that i had the second surgery without pain medication because, and i quote, "i left my prescription pad at the office, just go home see how you do tonight and call me tomorrow if you are still in pain."
What went well
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Orbipaxis in Abilene, Texas – Nov 05, 2016
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Professional. Explained needed procedure and results so I understood what to expect. Staff very friendly and professional. Would highly recommend Dr. McDonough.
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
15 others found this helpful
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Norma Pernell in Abilene, TX – Feb 25, 2016
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About Me
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Dr. Paul McDonough, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Abilene, TX and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES in 1995. He is affiliated with Hendrick Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.Orthopedic Surgery
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University Of California At Los Angeles / Center For Health Sciences
Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Learn more about medical license public record checkLongmire Surgery Award UCLA, 5/1995
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85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
81%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well5% higher than the national average
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