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Dr. Mathew Cannava, MD

Dr. Mathew Cannava, MD

Dermatology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Mathew Cannava, MD is a dermatologist in Soldotna, AK and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cannava has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1997. He is affiliated with Central Peninsula General Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

180 E Beluga Ave Soldotna, AK 99669

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cannava specializes in the area of Dermatology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Cannava's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cannava

4.0
10 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
70%
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4 star
0%
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3 star
10%
10%
2 star
0%
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1 star
20%
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Great Care, excellent experience
I had the best experience at Dr. Cannava's office. The entire staff was kind, patient and made me feel incredibly comfortable. His M.A., Trevor, took the time to explain to me every step of the procedure ahead and what to expect. Dr. Cannava was very skilled and gentle, I felt no discomfort during the procedure and at no time did he seem rushed or sidetracked. I felt comfortable and very relaxed despite having to have cancerous tissue removed from my face. I was nervous coming to my appointment and left feeling at ease and confident that I had made the right choice in my healthcare. The office staff was thorough about my bill and what the next steps regarding insurance would be. I was truly thrilled to have such a high level of care and professionalism with the small-town care and attention we all desire.
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
No results
Helpful
Katelyn – Jan 25, 2024
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I saw this doc in August of 2017 for a bad skin breakout that I had been fighting for two months. He said is was acne and treated with an antibiotic. I'm 67 years old so acne, really? I made another appointment because the antibiotic was not working. He said to continue it and would not allow me to make another appointment. On April 11th of 2018 I saw his new doctor Dr. Eastman and she nailed it. She did a biopsy and it turned out to be Lupus. So I've been fighting this for ten months!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Soldotna, AK – Apr 16, 2018
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Dr. Cannava is great, however dealing with Keri in his billing department is not. I find her to be very condescending, lacks clear communication when it comes to finances and insurance information. Will not go the extra step to insurance better insurance reimbursement for them/you which would be a win win for all parties involved. During our phone conversation (which she did finally call me back 4 days later) she spoke in circles and was caught in a lie.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
10 others found this helpful
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Cindy in Soldotna, AK – May 20, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Mathew Cannava, MD is a dermatologist in Soldotna, AK and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cannava has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine...read more
  • Dermatology

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  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1997
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Dermatology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. Information last updated March 29, 2025. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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Locations

Practice

The Dermatology and Skin Cancer Clinic of Alaska180 E Beluga Ave Soldotna, AK 99669
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Central Peninsula General Hospital

    250 Hospital Pl
    Soldotna, AK 99669

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

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

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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