
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
About Brent Bruce Macdonald
Primary Academic Title
Instructor in Medicine
Background
Dr. Brent B. MacDonald is an instructor of medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His area of clinical expertise is primary care.
He earned his M.D. at George Washington University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine.
Dr. MacDonald is a member of Johns Hopkins Community Physicians.
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center, White Marsh
- 4924 Campbell Boulevard, Suite 200, Nottingham, MD 21236
- phone: 443-442-2300
- fax: 410-367-2035
Expertise
Education
Baylor College of Medicine
Residency, Internal Medicine, 1994The George Washington University School of Medicine
Medical Education, Medicine, MD, 1991Board Certifications
Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1996Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
365 ratings, 141 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2025
Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2025
Easy to talk to. Effective listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2025
My provider is thorough, listens to my concerns, sincerely interested in my wellbeing. He knows my case well and is always encouraging me to follow up and follow through on the things that would better my health, without making me feel incompetent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2025
Dr. Macdonald was great. He listened to me and heard me. He gave me suggestions and was very supportive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2025
Standard excellent visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Dr. Brent Macdonald is always very professional and very knowledgeable. He treats me with respect and always makes me feel comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
Dr MacDonald is supportive and cares about my health and me as an individual
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Extremely knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Dr MacDonald is the BEST provider I've ever had. He recalls & applies small facts toward your care. He makes eye contact and will also use NV actions to further support his point. He is a wealth of knowledge and is always teaching me something. I feel truly safe & supported in his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2025
Dr Macdonald is the best. I am moving to Florida this year and I am still going to come back here just to use his services.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Very good and listen to everything I was concerned about
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
He is a fantastic doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
Dr. Macdonald is always there to assist with any concerns I may have and or getting me referrals if needed
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
I feel that primary care provider doesn't listen to what I have to say. He is too focused on entering info into the Epic system.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2024
Excellent provider!!! He listened and provided me with answers and follow up care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2024
He is a very good doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2024
Been my care provider for over twenty years, loves his patients and I love having him as my health care provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2024
The best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
Dr Macdonald was very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
10/10
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2024
I have been seeing Dr. Macdonald for years. He has always given me wonderful care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2024
Great Dr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
Dr. MacDonald is very thorough and listens well. I trust his opinions concerning my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
I have been a patient for about 25 years and would not leave under any circumstances he's been nothing but helpful and kind and when I was having some issues with my health he went above and beyond to get me back in good health!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
Dr Macdonald is a great asset to Johns Hopkins
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
Dr. MACDONALD IS AN EXCELLENT CARING PHYSICIAN.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2024
GREAT
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
Very attentative and showed real signs of compassion concerning my current health issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2024
Dr Brent McDonald is the best primary care physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2024
Great! I appreciate the honesty.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2024
Dr Macdonald is the best doctor , he is patience and do take time to listen to all my concern about my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2024
Great provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
He is good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Very Professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
Dr Macdonald is a good dr he listened to what I had to tell him. He took time I didn't feel that he was rushing me out.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
Superb
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
Excelente
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
Very satisfied with his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
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- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2024
I have been a patient Dr Macdonald for over 25 years and I am very grateful for him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2024
Excellent and to the point. Most pleased with Dr. MacDonald. His willingness to take me seriously and explore difficult diagnoses is valued.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Professional and personally helpful , as usual.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Dr Macdonald is excellent doctor and does an exceptional job me improve my health. He is inspirational and positive about how to improve my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2024
Dr. MacDonald is an awesome provider, who is very thorough in his care. He made me feel very comfortable, and I was be happy he was able to see me while my provider had no availability. His work performance is exactly how covering provides should perform even if the patient is not their own patient. Thank you for your care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2024
Very caring professional; in everyway
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2024
Very down to earth and caring person !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2024
I like Dr. MacDonald. He is friendly, shows concern, and is very professional.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2024
Dr. MacDonald is the best physician I have had for many years. I appreciate and respect his service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Provider is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Dr MacDonald is a very caring doctor. He takes very good care of me. I enjoy going to his office for my appointments and navigating my health needs and goals. He listens to me and looks at me when we talk. He is not consumed by the computer during my health visits.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
I have known my provider for about 15 to 20 years and still coming to John Hopkins
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
The entire medical Team were very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
My provider takes time to listen when I have questions and he makes an effort to answer my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Great personable doc
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2024
Dr. Macdonald is very professional. He is the best doctor I have ever seen. He takes his time & explains everything to me. He answers all of my questions. I totally trust him & would highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2024
Doctor MacDonald is great, he care about patients, my mom is 95, he always responds for her needs, cere about her tests results, call to fallow up. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
DR MacDonald is great!! I would recommend him to friends or family.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
Dr. MCDonald is great. Always listens to your health issues
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2024
My provider is very particular and communicative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2024
Dr. MacDonald is a superb diagnostician. He cares about his patients holistically. He always gives you his undivided attention and treats me with dignity.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2024
The provider is very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2024
Thorough and productive Prepared and responsive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2024
Overall, it was one of the best visits I have had in several years. Recommendations on specialists were appreciated and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
Dr.Macdonald is a good and caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Dr Macdonald spends sufficient time and listens to concerns. His approach respects my individuality
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
Very honest and direct. That is appreciated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2024
My provider is wonderful and concerned about my health!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
He is good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2024
Dr Brent MacDonald is a very knowledgeable and patient friendly clinician. He listens and thoroughly discusses my health and treatments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2024
Best Doctor I ever had
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2024
I have been seen by Dr. MacDonald for a number of years now and am quite happy to him as my PCP.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2024
Dr. Macdonald is a skilled provider with comprehensive views of health and wellness. He takes his time to listen to me and manages all my concerns. He uses evidence based medicine and appropriate referrals when required. Thank you Dr. MacDonald .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Dr. MacDonald has cared for me for several years and I enjoy coming to see him for each appointment. I don't ever plan on losing him as my doctor, I always enjoy the visit and respect his recommended suggestions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Dr Macdonald was excellent very thorough with checking all my health questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Dr. Bruce MacDonald is a very concerned, caring, knowledgeable and professional doctor. He deserves to be recognized for the wonderful services that he provides for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Outstanding compassionate caring and thoughtful doctor. Takes the time to address all your medical concerns. One in a million!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Dr. MacDonald is not just another physician. He is a treasure and I only hope that JHH management recognizes this.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2024
Great guy !!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2024
He is an excellent physician who is very concerned and care for my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
Dr. Macdonald is wonderful. I wish all doctors had the same compassion and insight!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2024
Dr MacDonald and his team always make a visit as low key and comfortable as possible. I always feel I'm in the best of hands for which I am incredibly grateful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2024
Very thorough and easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
I am extremely pleased with Dr MacDonald. He is thorough and listens to me, which is very important to me now that I am older. So delighted that I switched to him from my previous provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
Dr. Macdonald is always very informative, professional and friendly. I feel he truly cares about my well-being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Dr. MacDonald has been a blessing to me. Since he become my doctor "by chance" he has me on track of getting better. And I have so many problems. He is patient, kind, caring, listens to your problems,finds solutions and so much more. I wish there were more doctors like him. If there were, maybe I would have gotten better long ago or not this sick at all. I'm 61 yrs old and he is THE BEST doctor I have ever went to!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2024
Hello I have no complaint about Dr MacDonald I have been has patient for over 25 years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2024
Dr. MacDonald is very kind , patient and friendly. I am always over satisfied with his attention to my health . He is knowledgeable , intelligent , moreover he is a Godly man . He is so great to take care of both my husband and I when we need a care last 15 years and he makes sure all our concerns are answered and does everything he can to keep us healthy the way we should . He is an amazing provider for any patients who needs a great care . Big Thanks!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
My provider was excellent. He took the time to explain everything and provided a plan for me to become healthier.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
All my questions were answered, and I was treated for my medical condition. The appointment went very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
The best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
I like my provider. He listens to what I have to to say so he can treat me accordingly .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Dr MacDonald is very good!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Dr Mcdonald is awesome. He cares and that is why I drive 2 hours each way to see him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Dr MacDonald is very knowledgeable and trustworthy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Excellent Dr. I feel he is looking out for my best health interest. Thanks.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
Dr. MacDonald is both knowledgeable and approachable, both critical traits In today's challenging medical world. I can communicate with him completely about my concerns, and I know he will respond with recommendations that Include my Input as a team member.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2024
Excellent, and courteous
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2024
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2024
Best Doctor. Most knowledgeable, considerate and humble to communicate with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
Dr.B. Macdonald is the best doctor I've ever seen this far in life. He is very dependable.. TrustworthyReliable...thorough...all around GREAT DOCTOR
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2024
I am very pleased with this provider. I have been with him since he first started working for Hopkins.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2024
Knowledgeable, thoughtful, thorough, friendly, patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2024
Dr. MacDonald was very thorough. I appreciate his concern about my health care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
Dr MacDonald is thorough and follows up on all test he has Alex completegives him the results in a timing manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
Dr. Macdonald is wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2024
Fantastic primary provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2024
Dr. Brent MacDonald is a great primary care provider and I would highly recommend him to any patient that is seeking a new or to replace his or her existing provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
Outstanding!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Dr. MacDonald is thorough with questions and followup. Tries to keep apptmts on time and he is friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
So great want to make my primary.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
Dr MacDonald is THE best provider I've ver had. He's the most thorough, caring and listening provider Picking upon little things you say in response to his questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
None All Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
Excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
He's the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
We like him very much He listens to our concerns and is very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Quite caring and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2024
Dr. MacDonald is a credit to his profession.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2024
My last visit was a follow up . But I had issues. He didn't seem to want to listen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2024
Great Doctor! Very concerned for my well being and how to live healthy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2024
A great and caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
Dr Macdonald is an excellent Dr and provides outstanding care. He provides outstanding guidance on how to maximize your health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
Dr. Macdonald is very good. He listened to all I had to say. He was very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
It was a pre- op visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
Dr. MacDonald is a compassionate, and knowledgeable physician. He is very hardworking and is a wonderful PCP with great human qualities.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2024
EXCELLENT!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2024
Very knowledgeable and caring physician
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2024
I would have preferred a more "hands on" exam than I received. But I think the doctor felt my health was very good and the physical needn't be too "hands on".
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Appreciate him listening to my concerns . He explains what he is going to do and why it is important to have tests & labs. Wonderful to have a caring physician !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2024
Dr. MacDonald is the best doctor I've seen. He is very thorough, explains things clearly. I truly believe he cares about me. I totally trust him with my medical needs. He is an asset to Hopkins.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2024
Glad to be under the Johns Hopkins health umbrella.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2024
Dr. MacDonald is the best PCP I have ever had. And I'm [age]! I'm a [ ] and he is what a physician should always be: professional, an advocate and caring. And most of all, thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2024
Dr MacDonald has been my GP for a few years and has been very responsive to my medical needs from the beginning , I have confidence in his dedication to his profession and care for my health needs .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
First visit with my new healthcare provider Dr Macdonald. I left feeling very confident with my decision to keep Dr. Macdonald
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2024
Excellent Service always touching on concerns friendly caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2024
Doctor MacDonald is always patient, thoughtful and very knowledgeable about my conditions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2024
Dr. MacDonald is very thorough and will answer any questions you have. He offered to take me on as his patient when the facility said I would need to transfer my care because my doctor had left.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2024
Dr. MacDonald is exceptional in his knowledge, compassion, and interpersonal style. I've never had a better physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2024
Dr. Macdonald is a great Doctor. Very informative, understanding, and helpful.