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Dr. George Canellos, MD

Dr. George Canellos, MD

Medical Oncology*
60+ years of experience

Dr. George Canellos, MD is a medical oncologist in Boston, MA and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1960. He is affiliated with medical facilities Massachusetts General Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 1 review 5 Star Rating (1 review)

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline Ave Boston, MA 02215

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(877) 442-3324

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Dr. Canellos is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Canellos specializes in the areas of Hematology, Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • 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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About Me

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Dr Canellos received his MD in 1960 from Columbia University. After internship and residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, he was a clinical associate at the National Cancer Institute and a research fellow at the Royal Postgraduate Medical...read more

biography

Dr. Canellos received his MD in 1960 from Columbia University. After internship and residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, he was a clinical associate at the National Cancer Institute and a research fellow at the Royal Postgraduate Medical...read more

  • Medical Oncology

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  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1960
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine
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Hematology†
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Internal Medicine†
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Medical Oncology†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute450 Brookline Ave Boston, MA 02215
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St
    Boston, MA 02114
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    21% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

    450 Brookline Ave
    Boston, MA 02215
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