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Ruth McDonald MD, PhD, FAAP

Education

Doctor McDonald received her undergraduate degree from McGill University in Montreal, and her PhD. (in Developmental Biology) from Indiana University. After four years of post doctoral research on cancer and endothelial cells she returned to McGill University to take her medical degree.

She completed a three year Pediatrics residency at Johns Hopkins University Hospital and is board certified in Pediatrics as well as being a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Professional Interests

Doctor McDonald has special interests the following areas:
  • Asthma
  • Gastrointestinal disorders
  • Developmental disorders
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
  • Sensory problems that frequently contribute to ADD

Personal

Doctor McDonald was born and raised in Quebec, Canada to Scottish parents. She is married with three children and two grandchildren. She enjoys skiing, hiking and tennis, and strolling around town with her dog, Daisy.