Emily McDonald, PA-C

Emily McDonald, PA-C

Family Medicine, Primary Care

Primary Contact

641-428-6020

About

Emily McDonald, PA-C, is a physician assistant at MercyOne Forest Park Family Medicine. Conditions she treats include: 

  • Acute illness
  • Chronic disease for patients of all ages 

Procedures she performs include: 

  • Annual physicals
  • Preventive care
  • Primary care for all ages 

Emily’s priority as a health care provider is to ensure that you feel welcomed, understood and actively involved in your care. She's committed to delivering compassionate care focused on your needs and looks forward to building a long-term relationship with you. In her free time, Emily enjoys spending time with family, friends and pets, including her dog and two cats. She prioritizes staying active through activities such as hiking, Pilates and strength training. She also enjoys cooking and reading.

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Family Medicine
  • Primary Care

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

MercyOne Forest Park Family Medicine

1010 4th St. SW
Suite 120
Mason City, IA 50401

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
MercyOne Forest Park Family Medicine

Education & Certifications

Education

Undergraduate :
Dakota Wesleyan University | Mitchell, SD, Bachelor of Science | Biochemistry (2021)

Graduate:
Northwestern College, Physician Assistant Studies (2025)

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(32 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

13 Reviews

02/12/2026

Very caring provider and explained everything in understandable terms.

02/05/2026

Professional as well as personable. Real bedside manner. Explained what I have. Prescribed medication and explained how to use it

01/21/2026

I was very impressed that she called me personally the next day to follow up on my condition. Above and beyond.

01/07/2026

Kind, caring, knowlegable.

01/05/2026

I wrote my thoughts at the beginning of this survey. She is an excellent PA!! All I wrote at the beginning is true of her. I

12/22/2025

Dr Emily was also very prompt in messaging me on MyChart with the results of my strep test. I really appreciated it! She also sent in the prescription right away, so was able to pick it up in a timely manner.

12/15/2025

She was very knowledgeable and great to work with. She isn't my primary doctor but I would go back and recommend her to anyone.

12/15/2025

Explained things welll and is compassionate !!

12/15/2025

She was helpful and kind and tried to answer all my questions

12/11/2025

She listens & cares about your concerns

12/01/2025

I feel I should have been given antibiotics and that any other doctor would have given me them but she said to just deal with it and hope it gets better

11/28/2025

Thank you for listening and providing treatment/ medicine that I could try first before any other was done (like x-rays). She encouraged me to come back if symptoms were not better in 7-10 days. Great experience.

11/25/2025

Seemed very smart and professional. Gave me confidence I was getting high level of care.
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