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Dr. Christopher McCanless, MD

Dr. Christopher McCanless, MD

Medical Oncology*

Dr. Christopher McCanless, MD is a medical oncologist in Baton Rouge, LA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Rapides Regional Medical Center and Baton Rouge General-Bluebonnet. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

8595 Picardy Ave Ste 400 Baton Rouge, LA 70809

Make an Appointment

(225) 767-0822

Hospital Highlight

Dr. McCanless is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center Alexandria, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. McCanless specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. McCanless' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McCanless

4.5

20 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 17, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
May 14, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 29, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Jean Phillips – Dec 17, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tranell Craig – Jul 10, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gary Langston – May 18, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Brenda claiborne – Jun 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Tom &Josette – Jul 07, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Heather in Zachary, LA – Apr 27, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

For Dr. McCanless, hematology/oncology is a calling to help patients fight a disease that has had major advancements in its treatment. His goals as a physician in this field are to always look at the whole picture aggressiveness to conquer the...read more

biography

Dr. McCanless is a graduate of the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee, and attended medical school at LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. His love for medicine started at a young age, watching and appreciating his father's dedication to helping people with cancer.

  • Medical Oncology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center, Shreveport

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center, Shreveport

    Residency Hospital, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Hematology/Oncology Clinic8595 Picardy Ave Ste 400 Baton Rouge, LA 70809
1

Practice

Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group LLC7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 6000 Baton Rouge, LA 70808
2

Practice

Hematology Oncology Life Center LLC605 Medical Center Dr Ste B Alexandria, LA 71301
3

Practice

Office8585 Picardy Ave Ste 110 Baton Rouge, LA 70809
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baton Rouge General-Bluebonnet

    8585 Picardy Ave
    Baton Rouge, LA 70809

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

    5000 Hennessy Blvd
    Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Rapides Regional Medical Center

    211 4th St
    Alexandria, LA 71301
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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