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Thu, 5/07
- 11:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Tue, 5/12
- 9:00 AM
Wed, 5/13
- 11:30 AM
- 2:00 PM
Locations of Laura Mcdonough, PA-C

Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Associates of Dallas
3900 Junius St Ste 500, Dallas, TX, 75246- Monday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Tuesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Wednesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Thursday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Friday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
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Biography
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| Language(s) Spoken |
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| English |
| Spanish |
| Education |
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| Education: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (1986) |
| Certifications |
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| Physician Assistant- National Comm on Certif of Physician Assistants |
| Hospital Affiliations |
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| Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health |
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Patient Ratings (458)
The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey .
| averageRating | metric | |
|---|---|---|
| 4.9 | Time Care Provider spent with Patient | |
| 4.6 | Wait Time at Clinic | |
| 4.9 | Provider included you in decisions | |
| 4.9 | Provider showed concern | |
| 5.0 | Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider | |
| 4.9 | Rate Care Provider |
Patient Comments (254)
Overview of patient comments
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Patients appreciate
Laura McDonough, PA consistently receives high praise for her exceptional combination of clinical knowledge and genuine compassion. Patients frequently highlight her ability to truly listen to their concerns, take time during appointments without making them feel rushed, and explain diagnoses and treatment plans in clear, understandable terms. Her warm, personable demeanor and strong bedside manner are mentioned repeatedly, with many patients describing her as kind, caring, and empathetic. Reviewers also commend her thoroughness, noting that she conducts careful physical examinations, reviews imaging with patients, and follows up diligently. Several patients specifically mention that her excellent care helped them avoid surgery or successfully navigate complex conditions, and multiple reviewers note they drive significant distances specifically to see her.
Patients also share
The constructive feedback across this large collection of reviews is minimal. One reviewer noted they had to ask many questions to understand next steps and overall progress, suggesting that proactive communication about the care plan could occasionally be improved. One reviewer felt she seemed to be in a hurry with limited opportunity for interaction, and another felt she could have listened more attentively. One reviewer noted she left the room without saying goodbye, leaving the patient uncertain the visit had concluded.