About
Dr. McDonald is a board-certified internist in practice since 1992, with training and subsequent practice at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. He focuses on preventive care while also managing complex conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and sleep disorders. He sees patients from the Nashville area as well as southern Kentucky and northern Alabama, and collaborates with specialists across multiple health systems in the region.
Education & Training
Medical School
Vanderbilt University Medical School
Certifications
Languages
English
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. McDonald right for?
Dr. McDonald is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-tenured primary care physician with deep preventive medicine expertise. Patients managing hypertension, diabetes, or sleep disorders benefit from his focused chronic disease management. He serves patients across Nashville, southern Kentucky, and northern Alabama. Those who want direct, after-hours physician access and same-day availability will find his MDVIP model well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. McDonald specializes in internal and preventive medicine. He treats hypertension, diabetes, and sleep disorders, and manages complex conditions that often occur together. His preventive focus means he works to identify and address health risks early.
Yes, Dr. McDonald holds board certification in internal medicine. He has practiced since 1992, building over three decades of clinical experience in Nashville.
Dr. McDonald earned his medical degree from Vanderbilt University Medical School. He completed his training at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and subsequently practiced at St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville.
Dr. McDonald has practiced internal medicine since 1992, giving him more than 30 years of clinical experience. He has spent his career practicing in the Nashville area.
Yes, Dr. McDonald actively collaborates with specialists across multiple health systems in the region. He coordinates referrals and works with those specialists to ensure his patients receive thorough, connected care.
Dr. McDonald sees patients from the Nashville metropolitan area, as well as southern Kentucky and northern Alabama. His practice draws patients from across the broader region who seek his level of personalized care.
Dr. McDonald places preventive care at the center of his practice. He uses the MDVIP Wellness Program to deliver advanced diagnostic testing and custom wellness planning. His goal is to identify health risks early and help patients stay ahead of chronic conditions.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026