Dr. Tonya P. McDonald, MD
DPC Pediatrics, Dallas, TX
Radiance PediatricsDr. Tonya McDonald is a pediatrician who has run the direct pediatric care practice Radiance Pediatrics in Dallas, Texas, since 2019.
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About Dr. McDonald
Dr. McDonald earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Bachelor of Arts in History from the College of William and Mary in 1994, then earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School in 1998. She completed a pediatrics residency at Texas Children's Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine and a fellowship in Adolescent Medicine at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. She holds the FAAP credential as a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. McDonald spent nearly a decade in Germany caring for the children of U.S. military service members, and she opened Radiance Pediatrics in 2019 to offer longer visits, home care, telemedicine, and direct access without the barriers of an insurance-driven system. Radiance Pediatrics is a membership-based practice that does not accept or bill insurance, and Dr. McDonald also sees patients at a second office in Dallas. She is guided by a philosophy of evidence-based medicine and partnership with families.
She has been named a "Mom Approved" pediatrician in 2016, 2020, 2023, 2025 and 2026, and a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2021.
Because when parents feel confident, kids truly thrive.
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Operates as a membership-based direct pediatric primary care practice that does not accept or bill insurance for care.
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Patient reviews
"Handles all concerns with care and thoughtful attention."
"Creates an environment where patients feel heard and valued."
"Ensures every interaction feels meaningful and supportive."
Questions patients ask
Does Dr. McDonald take insurance, or offer a membership?
Dr. McDonald operates as a membership-based direct pediatric primary care practice that does not accept or bill insurance for care.
Where did Dr. McDonald train?
Dr. McDonald received medical degree from Harvard Medical School in 1998. Dr. McDonald completed a pediatrics residency at Texas Children's Hospital / Baylor College of Medicine, 1998-2001.
Where is Dr. McDonald's office?
Dr. McDonald sees patients at Radiance Pediatrics, 3560 West Camp Wisdom Road, Suite 200, Dallas, TX 75237.
Does Dr. McDonald offer telehealth?
Yes. Dr. McDonald offers telehealth (virtual) visits.
