Tara McDonald, FNP, MS
Nurse Practitioner
1201 Lakeline Boulevard, Suite 400, Cedar Park, TX 78613
At a glance
5.00 stars (88 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 73 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Works at Zest Family Medicine
Speaks English
5.00
88 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.8
Recent reviews
Tara McDonald is a wonderful professional and takes the time to know what we need. She listens carefully and has studied our medical history. My husband and I would recommend her to our friends and family. We even took extra business cards to hand out (but only to those we really care about).
October 8, 2019David R.Verified patient
Tara was great! Extremely professional, friendly, and I felt comfortable during my appointment. Would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a good PCP.
More than 1 year agoKasey M.Verified patient
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Popular visit reasons
Allergy Consultation
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Annual Physical
Dermatology Consultation
Ear Infection
Illness
Pediatric Consultation
Rash
Allergy Consultation
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Annual Physical
Dermatology Consultation
More about Tara McDonald, FNP, MS
Tara received her Master’s Degree from Texas Woman’s University in Houston and undergraduate degrees in Nursing from the University of Texas Houston and in BioMedical Science from Texas A&M. Tara joins the Zest Family team from the Houston area, where she most recently worked as a Family Nurse Practitioner, providing compassionate and comprehensive primary care to patients ages 7 and up. Prior to that, Tara pursued her passion for aesthetic medicine, working at a medical spa in Bellaire, where she was certified in dietary counseling, botulinum injections (Botox), dermal fillers and laser skin treatments. Tara also brings extensive orthopedic experience to Zest Medical, having worked for 5 years providing pre and post care for spine and joint replacement surgeries. She is an advocate for creating individual treatment plans for patients and educating them on holistic care options.
Education & experience
Education
Texas Woman's University, Master's in Family Nursing
Practice
Zest Family Medicine
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Female
NPI number
#1306394499
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.84
Bedside manner
5.00
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88 reviews
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Tara is knowledgeable and shares options with you. Together a plan of care can be put in place. Impressed!
October 23, 2018Sarah G.Verified patient
She's a wonderful listener and very kind and caring in her approach to treatment. Highly recommend!!!
June 2, 2019April M.Verified patient
Super great listener. Shocked how much time I got with her. Very smart. Can’t recommend enough.
May 8, 2019Samantha D.Verified patient
Highly recommend. Felt comfortable to tell her what was going on and I felt listened to.
March 1, 2019Linda A.Verified patient
Professional and friendly, didn't feel rushed at all, answered all my questions.
February 18, 2019Jose A.Verified patient
Tara was very thorough and listened to all the health problems I was having.
August 15, 2019Joshua D.Verified patient
I love Tara! She listens to all my concerns and provides lots of options.
October 16, 2019Initials hidden
Great customer service. Clean beautiful office. Caring, friendly provider.
More than 1 year agoMG
Tara was great. She was thorough and had great recommendations
May 22, 2019Gabriel G.Verified patient
She was super nice and helpful. I love to come back here again.
October 16, 2018Initials hidden
Tara is terrific...as is the entire staff at Zest!
October 1, 2019Brad P.Verified patient
NP and nursing staff were amazing...
November 7, 2019Initials hidden
Great experience
October 14, 2019Initials hidden
Tara McDonald is a wonderful professional and takes the time to know what we need. She listens carefully and has studied our medical history. My husband and I would recommend her to our friends and family. We even took extra business cards to hand out (but only to those we really care about).
October 8, 2019David R.Verified patient
She’s such a good listener and really cares.
October 3, 2019Daniel W.Verified patient
Like her very much.
September 24, 2019Beverly P.Verified patient
Awesome! Always super nice and personable.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Tara was great! Extremely professional, friendly, and I felt comfortable during my appointment. Would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a good PCP.
More than 1 year agoKasey M.Verified patient
I loved her. Going to recommend her to a friend
September 3, 2019Sandra B.Verified patient
The whole Zest staff is amazing. Dr. McDonald was so sweet and I felt like I was really being heard she made the whole visit so comfortable
August 27, 2019Initials hidden
Just an all around great experience
August 22, 2019Craig R.Verified patient
She was supper nice! Will be coming back!
August 22, 2019Paul G.Verified patient
She's the best!!
July 12, 2019April M.Verified patient
i only work with tara. shes awesome and thorough
June 25, 2019Scott F.Verified patient
She is awesome!
May 21, 2019Karina K.Verified patient
Tara was wonderful. I've been looking for a new primary care provider, and she was exactly what I needed. Cordial, thorough, genuinely concerned, realistic, and knowledgeable. I will definitely be going back to see her again. She is exactly the type of primary care provider I was in search of. The office is also very inviting, clean, and upbeat.
April 26, 2019Hillary J.Verified patient
Tara was awesome! I've had a lot of doctor's in the past just sort of rattle on at me, but she took the time to discuss my situation with me.
April 10, 2019Randy M.Verified patient
She genuinely listened to what I shared and asked helpful questions to understand my health concerns. Will definitely be going back!
March 21, 2019Megan D.Verified patient
Very, Very pleased! Being new to the Austin area, it's been challenging to find all new providers. After a co-worker raved about Zest, I knew I had to check it out for myself. It was just as my co-worker, and other reviewers said it was. AMAZING! I saw Tara McDonald. She was very kind and knowledgeable. She answered all of my questions, and then some. I am happy to say that I have found my new PCP.
March 6, 2019Initials hidden
Listened, was personable, shared antidotes that let me know she understood my concerns although she hadn’t experienced what I was experiencing and was easy to talk to.
December 21, 2018Natalie H.Verified patient
She made me feel very comfortable. I felt that she listened to me and understood what I was saying. She made good suggestions for lifestyle changes.
December 5, 2018Christine T.Verified patient
She was great! She went above and beyond to help me feel as comfortable as possible with a painful procedure. I will definitely see her again.
November 1, 2018Melissa V.Verified patient
Tara was very down-to-earth. She took time to get to know me and listened to all my concerns. I never felt rushed. When I was done, the checkout staff informed me all my prescriptions were ready for pickup and all my referrals were done and handed to me. I was shocked as I've never seen such efficiency in a doctor's office. I will definitly be back.
More than 1 year agoJM
I was nervous to try another provider for Botox and fillers but Tara immediately put me at ease with her knowledge of the products. Had a great consult where I loved her recommendations and decided immediately that I trusted her. And my results were amazing. Look 20 years younger. Glad this office has another excellent nurse practitioner.
More than 1 year agoKB
Always love visiting this office. It's modern and spotless. The front desk staff is amazing and Tara is incredibly patient and caring. Highly recommend!
More than 1 year agoJS
Excellent office visit! Will be back!
More than 1 year agoMO
Tara was very knowledgeable and brought new ideas on how to address my medical condition. Been seeing other MDs elsewhere and they weren't half as helpful. Recomend!
More than 1 year agoCB
Great NP! She actually spent an entire hour listening and speaking with me. Who does that anymore. This is a real family medicine practice, as they are meant to be.
More than 1 year agoRM
January 6, 2020Patty S.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
October 31, 2019Craig R.Verified patient
October 12, 2019Amy D.Verified patient
October 3, 2019Caitlyn H.Verified patient
September 21, 2019Jonathan S.Verified patient
September 16, 2019Tabitha C.Verified patient
September 16, 2019Hamilton T.Verified patient
September 16, 2019Hamilton T.Verified patient
September 13, 2019Sarah W.Verified patient
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September 6, 2019Cynthia P.Verified patient
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What practice does Tara McDonald work with?
Tara McDonald works with Zest Family Medicine.
Where is Tara McDonald's office located?
Tara McDonald's office is located at 1201 Lakeline Boulevard, Cedar Park, TX 78613.
What are common reasons for patients to see Tara McDonald?
Tara McDonald frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Dermatology Consultation, Illness, and Pediatric Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Tara McDonald on their profile.
What languages does Tara McDonald speak?
Tara McDonald speaks English.
How do patients rate Tara McDonald in reviews?
88 patients have reviewed Tara McDonald. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.84/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.