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Dr. Lynn Canavan, MD

Dr. Lynn Canavan, MD

Breast Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Lynn Canavan, MD is a breast surgery specialist in McKinney, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine in 1990. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-McKinney and Medical City McKinney. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 88 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (88 reviews)

Texas Breast Specialists

5236 W University Dr Ste 1700 McKinney, TX 75071
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Canavan is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital at Sherman Sherman, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Canavan specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Canavan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Canavan

4.2

88 ratings, 58 with a written review
5 Star
76%
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4 Star
2%
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3 Star
3%
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2 Star
3%
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1 Star
15%
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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
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Apr 10, 2025
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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
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Kathryn Marlar – Aug 29, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 31, 2024
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ken – Mar 02, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 26, 2024
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Telehealth
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
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Jan 24, 2024
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Ms. K – Jan 05, 2024
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What could be improved
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Dec 13, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Gina – Oct 31, 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
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Lois Cirrincione – Oct 01, 2023
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What could be improved
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Debbie K. – Sep 30, 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
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Sep 30, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Sep 01, 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
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Sherrie – Aug 29, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 04, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 17, 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
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May 24, 2023
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Apr 21, 2023
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Janet G Jackson – Mar 30, 2023
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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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RICHARD L THOMPSON – Dec 22, 2022
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About Me

care philosophy

The physicians of Texas Breast Surgeons are committed to the prompt evaluation and management of your surgical problems. Our goal, in addition to accurate diagnosis and state of the art treatment, is to educate our patients and their families. We want

biography

Dr. Canavan attended medical school at the University of Nebraska Lincoln graduating with a bachelors in Biology.  She then completed medical school at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.  After graduating from Nebraska she completed...read more
  • Breast Surgery

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

  • Southwestern Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Southwestern Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Southwestern Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • Parkland Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1991
  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
  • University Of Nebraska

    Undergraduate School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Texas Breast Specialists

Office5236 W University Dr Ste 1700 McKinney, TX 75071
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
Denison5125 Texoma Medical Center Dr Ste 100 Denison, TX 75020
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Austin Regional Clinic

Denison5012 S US Highway 75 Ste 170 Denison, TX 75020
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Texas Oncology

Plano West4708 Alliance Blvd Ste 750 Plano, TX 75093
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital at Sherman

    3601 N Calais St
    Sherman, TX 75090
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    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 always received help quickly from hospital staff

    19% higher than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Plano

    4700 Alliance Blvd
    Plano, TX 75093
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all 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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-McKinney

    5252 W University Dr
    McKinney, TX 75071
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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