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Peter A Macdonald

Peter A Macdonald, MD

4.8323 ratings, 110 reviews

Family Medicine

Accepting New Patients
Online Booking
Need help scheduling? Call (231) 796-3200

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 3-12
  • Adolescent 13-17
  • Adult 18-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Affiliations

  • Corewell Health Big Rapids Hospital

About Peter A Macdonald

About the Provider

Medical School: Ninewells Hospital and Medical School University of Dundee, Scotland
Residency: Genesys Regional Medical Center, Grand Blanc, MI
Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine

Locations

  1. Corewell Health Big Rapids Hospital Family Medicine - 215th Ave
    • phone: 231-796-3200
    • fax: 231-796-5562

Experience

Education

  • Residency: Henry Ford Genesys Hospital, Family Medicine, 1997
  • Medical School: Ninewells Hospital, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 1992

Board Certifications

  • Family Medicine: American Board of Family Medicine, 1997

Insurance

Search plans
  • Aetna/Cofinity
  • Align Senior Care MI
  • BCBS Medicare Advantage Plus Blue
  • BCBS PPO
  • BCBS Traditional
  • Blue Care Network
  • Blue Care Network Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Cross Complete
  • Cigna
  • HAP/ASR
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Humana Military (Tricare East)
  • McLaren Commercial
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Meridian AmBetter
  • Meridian Complete (MI Health LINK) Dual Eligible
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • Molina Medicaid/MiChild/Marketplace (Health Plus)
  • Molina Medicare
  • Priority Health Choice Medicaid
  • Priority Health HMO/PPO
  • Priority Health Medicare Advantage
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Trinity Health Plan of MI
  • UHC/Optum (VA Community Care Network)
  • UM Health Plan
  • United Health Care Commercial
  • United Health Care Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • United Health Care Dual Complete

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

323 ratings, 110 reviews

Corewell Health is committed to delivering high-quality and compassionate care. These ratings and reviews are transparent patient feedback collected via survey following a provider care experience that asks patients and families about the care they received.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    Very pleased. He listens and is working to address my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/5/2026

    Very attentive to all details

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    He is friendly, courteous, and very professional, answers my questions very well .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/3/2026

    He works very hard taking providing care to his patients. He also works long hours.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/15/2026

    Dr. Macdonald is a Very Caring Doctor, I always feel he listens to everything I say and addresses All my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/15/2026

    Excellent, caring doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Great Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/7/2026

    Iโ€™m extremely comfortable associating with him, puts me at ease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    Best Doctor ever

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    Great provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    I would refer him to everyone I know

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    I had several Dr's and p.as over the years the guy is practical. And I have referred him out

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Dr MacDonald is easy to work with, one of the best Doctors I've ever had, and very informative, communicates very well, and explains everything you need to know , you leave feeling confident about your health

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    He seemed tired and rushed, more so than in previous visits where I had few problems

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    He really listens to me and explains things very well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Felt very comfortable talking to him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/13/2025

    He listens, compassionate, makes me comfortable, I donโ€™t feel rushed. Knowledgeable and understanding. Heโ€™s one of the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    He's great ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    He was great. He listened and then explained how to move forward. Greatly appreciated.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Because we are moving to Georgia in December, I hope we can find a primary care physician as good as him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    Thorough and a good sense of humor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    He knows what I'm there for and he has the answers for Me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    I have already explained he has been my doctor for years and I respect and appreciate his care and concern. He's always very professional and able to keep a personal touch in his practice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Dr.Mac listens to my questions and comments and l thought with his response.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    Does a great job

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    He answers all questions and takes time to care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Friendly and knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    He helps me maintain good health practices.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    He's good at listening and evaluating the medical concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Iโ€™m very happy doctor has been there with this crazy high blood pressure scares.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Listen to my questions and gave good explanations and advise

  • No RatingReviewed on 10/18/2025

    He made things clear

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    Seems to know what heโ€™s doing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    I feel very confident in my care with Dr. MacDonald.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    I am very glad I was able to transfer my case to him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    He's very nice and concerned about me and keeps pointing out things I need to work on.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    He cares about my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    Very personable and he referred me to a vascular clinic in Grand Rapids.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/9/2025

    We love and respect Dr. MacDonald.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    I care for him and his nurse as my providers.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    Iโ€™m 82 and heโ€™s the best PC Physician Iโ€™ve had ๐Ÿ˜‹

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Excellent and caring professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Doctor MacDonals listens to and responds to all my concerns and always gets back to me in a timely manner when contacted on My Chart or by phone. He is always committed to his patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    If my Primary care Dr. (Dr. Petersen) leaves this facility or retires, I would love to have Dr. Macdonald as my new Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Waiting for a referral to my urologist to set up an appointment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Hes Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    He's fully present. He cares.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Very good Doctor. He listens, and really seems to care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    He made me feel as if he had all day to visit with me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    He is a great doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    "Very Nice Character ๐Ÿ‘ And Manners ๐Ÿ‘ " "Nice To Communicate With " "Respectful" "Very Knowledgeable And Good Hospital Manners " "Very Happy To Make The Effort In Following Up With The Emergency Room Visit " "Absolutely Essential " "Fresh Air And Getting Out Of The Building In Nesbitt's Building On The 3ard Floor Has Really Been Difficult In The Most Uncomfortable Living " "Patio Candle Or Bug Candle Burning In The Building Where I Had Lived Was A Very Dangerous Evening Because It Shut Down My Breathing " "Was Very Ill " "Thank You Very Much For The Wonderful Help In Both Facilities ' "Thank You '๐Ÿ‘

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    DR. Macdonald gives me the time we need to address my medical needs. He is a wonderful Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    He's simply the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    Good ๐Ÿ‘

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    He listened well, explained well what would be done.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    He very easy to talk to and listen what Iโ€™m telling him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    Iโ€™ve been going to dr for years and he is always willing to listen and help in any medical issues I have.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Dr. Macdonald takes the time to listen and focuses on patient centered care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    So pleased to be in his practice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    He is the Best!

  • No RatingReviewed on 7/9/2025

    During a difficult time in my life he has helped me tremendously. I can't thank him and staff for there patience and understanding.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    I've probably been seeing him for nearly 20 years now. He is a good listener and takes my concerns seriously and never brushes me off.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    He really listens

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    Explained everything so I could understand it. Thank you ๐Ÿ˜Š

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Great bedside manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    "Very Informative " "Trying New Amounts Of Glucontrol And Sugar This Morning Was 109MGL And Pressure Treated Is Approximately Close To My Reading In The Office " ""With The Extreme Heat Recently " "Have Held Off On Big Amounts Of Food ๐Ÿ‘" "Thank You For The Suggested Help Increasing The Glucontrol ๐Ÿ‘

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Always can improve on listening and understanding the care of the patient, he needs to be more sensitive to the patients claim to pain.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Great Doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    He is insightful and curious about my questions and concerns. He definitely makes me feel heard. He is not in a rush which I appreciate very much.

  • No RatingReviewed on 6/19/2025

    Just keep up the good work

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Wonderful doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Blessed to have Dr. Macdonald as our primary care provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    I am completely satisfied.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Getting Better Then Before

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    Very understanding and lets me know exactly what's going on

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Very professional and friendly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    He's a very caring Doctor who listens to what I had to say.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    He has been my doctor for years and I trust him. He gives me a lot of advice. He truly has changed my life for the better. I can't thank him enough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    Dr Macdonald can not be seen for any but yearly evals. Too busy.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Dr. McDonald is very knowledgeable and shows great concern for his patients.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    I suggest if he didn't want to wait on me, RESCHEDULE THE APPOINTMENT.

  • No RatingReviewed on 5/22/2025

    Goes over history and is concerned with insurance requirements.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    Very professional and personable

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2025

    He has been my doc for a long time and this was perhaps my worst appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    He reviewed my record, which included a visit to him, regarding the same knee concern more than a year ago, and he referred me to an orthopedic doctor. I agree with that plan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    Great Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Dr. McDonald's knowledge and experience is exceptional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    It was good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2025

    Dr Macdonald checked out all the health issues I was concerned about

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/11/2025

    Good care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/7/2025

    Considerate and patient with understanding

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/31/2025

    Good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/29/2025

    I hope to be able to continue with this clinic.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2025

    They took there time to do everything right.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/26/2025

    Dr. Mac and Venetta are very kind and considerate they listen to your concerns. In this fast pace world today that means a lot to us.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/23/2025

    They were easy to interact with.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2025

    He remembered my last visit in detail.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/28/2025

    As I stated they are very honest and caring, I can talk to them and relate with them I feel very comfortable and I can ask questions with out feeling stupid .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2025

    All good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2025

    Long wait time and having to be squeezed in for future appointments with my doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2025

    What can I say. I am not the typical patient and I am sure to be open with my care team so that we can get all that I hope for conveyed to my health team and let them decide if what I hope for is reasonable in today's modern medicine.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2025

    I have the greatest Dr and awesome staff

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2025

    He's a good doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2025

    I wish they could make me young again!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2025

    My experience was good. It is difficult to get seen in a timely manner. You need more doctors.