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Dr. Christopher McCanless, MD

Oncology
4.4 (16)
Map Pin Small Alexandria, LA
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Christopher McCanless, MD

Dr. Christopher McCanless, MD is an Oncology Specialist in Alexandria, LA. They specialize in Oncology, has 35 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from LA STATE UNIV SCH OF MED IN SHREVEPORT|LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE IN SHREVEPORT and is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center.

Dr. McCanless works at Hematology Oncology Clinic at Rapides in Alexandria, LA. They frequently treat conditions like Anemia, Secondary Malignancies and Neutropenia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    Hematology Oncology Clinic at Rapides
    605 Medical Center Dr Ste B, Alexandria, LA 71301 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (318) 215-7868

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    Jul 10, 2022
    i’ve always had a wonderful experience with Dr. Mccanless and his staff. There has never been a wait or a problem when i’ve had appointments there.
    Tranell Craig — Jul 10, 2022
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    About Dr. Christopher McCanless, MD

    Specialties
    • Oncology
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    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • 1013995646
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Lsu Health Science Center University Hospital
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    • LA STATE UNIV SCH OF MED IN SHREVEPORT|LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE IN SHREVEPORT
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    • Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Christopher McCanless, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. McCanless is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. McCanless has an average wait time of 31 – 45 minutes at their office(s).

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    Dr. McCanless works at Hematology Oncology Clinic at Rapides in Alexandria, LA. View the full address on Dr. McCanless’s profile.

    Dr. McCanless has seen patients for Anemia, Secondary Malignancies and Neutropenia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. McCanless on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    16 patients have reviewed Dr. McCanless. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. McCanless.

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