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Regional Medical Director David McDonald, M.D.

Dr. McDonald is currently the Medical Director of the Detox Unit at Cenikor Deer Park. He was originally born in Canada before moving to the US to establish a long career and family practice. He has a passion for helping others that struggle with substance use disorder and is working with Cenikor as we expand our medication-assisted treatment (MAT) program.

His educational background includes an MD degree from Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario as well as a Master’s in Medical Management from Tulane University. After graduation, he proceeded to practice family medicine for six years in Trenton, Ontario.

From 1977 until the present day, Dr. McDonald has established a family practice in Pasadena, Texas, where he continues to excel in his field while assisting Cenikor in delivering the best treatment programs for our clients.