Overview
Dr. Michael Macdonald is a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in the heart of San Francisco's Union Square, CA and has been practicing since 1996.Dr. Michael R. Macdonald is a skilled facial plastic surgeon with significant experience in the most advanced cosmetic procedures, including rhinoplasty, face and neck lift, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), brow lift, chin augmentation, liposuction, BOTOX and dermal filler injections, laser resurfacing and skin tightening and chemical peels to help women and men look and feel their best at every age. At the Aesthetic Surgery Center in San Francisco, California, Dr. Macdonald uses state-of-the-art techniques and technology to achieve customized results focused on each patient's unique goals and needs.After earning his medical degree at Queen's University, Dr. Macdonald completed an internship at New York General Hospital followed by residencies at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and University of Toronto and a fellowship at the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS). As a board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Macdonald is dedicated to providing patient-centered care that draws from both his surgical and artistic skills to achieve optimal results focused on each patient's facial anatomy, needs and treatment objectives.Dr. Macdonald and the Aesthetic Surgery Center welcome new patients from throughout the San Francisco region. Dr. Macdonald speaks both English and French.
Dr. Macdonald is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Thyroidectomy, and Septoplasty.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 60 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
500 Sutter St, Ste 430, San Francisco, CA 94102
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Head And Neck Surgery Cancer Program
Dr. Patrick Ha is chief of the UCSF Division of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology. His expertise in patient care covers the full scope of head and neck surgery, with a focus on thyroid and parathyroid surgery as well as endoscopic approaches to throat cancer surgery. Ha's research is currently focused on molecular changes that occur in adenoid cystic carcinoma of the salivary gland. Ha received an undergraduate degree in biology from Harvard University, graduating magna cum laude. He obtained his medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, graduating with membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He then completed his residency training and a postdoctoral fellowship at the otolaryngology department of Johns Hopkins, along with advanced fellowship training in head and neck oncologic surgery. Ha serves on the editorial board of several medical journals, including Oral Oncology. He is the Irwin Mark Jacobs and Joan Klein Jacobs Distinguished Professor in Head and Neck Cancer. Dr. Ha is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Salivary Gland Tumors, Tongue Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy.
Head And Neck Medical Oncology Program
Dr. Alain Algazi is a specialist in medical treatment – such as chemotherapy and immunotherapy – for patients with head and neck cancers, including head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, thyroid cancers and salivary gland cancers. He leads UCSF's program in medical therapy for head and neck cancers, and chairs the head and neck cancer research committee. In research, Algazi conducts clinical trials – studies that evaluate new therapies for head and neck cancers with an emphasis on approaches to improving the chances of long term remission in patients with incurable cancer using immunotherapy. He has also served the national study chair for clinical trials that give patients access to new medications and that provide new approaches of administering existing medications to improve their efficacy. Algazi earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed a residency in internal medicine at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. He completed a fellowship in hematology-oncology at UCSF. Algazi is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Society for Immunotherapy for Cancer and American Association for Cancer Research. To reach Dr. Alain Algazi, please contact the head and neck medical oncology practice at (415) 353-9900. Dr. Algazi is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma, and Glioma.
Head And Neck Surgery Cancer Program
Dr. Ivan H. El-Sayed is a head and neck cancer surgeon. He specializes in treating benign and malignant lesions of the salivary glands, paranasal sinuses and skull base. El-Sayed's research interests include examining the value of sentinel node biopsy (a procedure to check whether cancer has spread) for head and neck cancer. He also is investigating potential uses of lasers and nanoparticles for diagnosing and treating cancer. El-Sayed earned his medical degree and completed a residency in otolaryngology at Boston University School of Medicine. He completed a fellowship in head and neck oncology at UCSF. Dr. El is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Sinus Cancer, Teratocarcinosarcoma, Endoscopy, and Turbinectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael R. Macdonald
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael R. Macdonald?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael R. Macdonald by calling their office at 415-956-3223. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael R. Macdonald a top-rated expert for Laryngeal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael R. Macdonald is classified as an Advanced expert for Laryngeal Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Michael R. Macdonald specialize in?
While Dr. Michael R. Macdonald is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Laryngeal Cancer, Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Michael R. Macdonald participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael R. Macdonald has published 60 articles and abstracts on conditions like Laryngeal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Michael R. Macdonald's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael R. Macdonald accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael R. Macdonald accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-956-3223 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Macdonald isAdvanced. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- Nasopharyngeal CarcinomaDr. Macdonald isAdvanced. Learn about Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma.
- Experienced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary GlandsDr. Macdonald isExperienced. Learn about Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands.
- AnosmiaDr. Macdonald isExperienced. Learn about Anosmia.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)Dr. Macdonald isExperienced. Learn about Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS).
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
- DFNB1Dr. Macdonald isExperienced. Learn about DFNB1.
- Familial DeafnessDr. Macdonald isExperienced. Learn about Familial Deafness.