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Dr. Robert Ellis, MD

Dr. Robert Ellis, MD

Medical Oncology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Ellis, MD is a medical oncologist in Springfield, MO and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ellis has extensive experience in Pancreatic Neoplasms, Skeletal System Neoplasms, and Renal Neoplasms & Resection. He graduated from University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cox Medical Center Branson and Cox Medical Center South. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

3850 S National Ave Ste 600 Springfield, MO 65807

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ellis is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield Springfield, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ellis specializes in the areas of Hematology, Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Ellis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ellis

4.4

29 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
83%
83%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
14%
14%

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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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Deanna Gray-Estes – Feb 15, 2025
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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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Jan 19, 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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Donna K Davis – May 29, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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drjwr – Apr 26, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Dr. Robert Lunn – Sep 07, 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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Judy M – Aug 12, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Janet Heatherly – Jan 16, 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
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Jun 03, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Elizabeth Young in Ash Grove, MO – Jul 18, 2018
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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OzarkGirl2016 in Springfield, MO – Oct 04, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
  • Long wait times
12 people found this helpful
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CJ in Nixa, MO – May 13, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

"I've been an oncology physician a total of 19 years including Fellowship and I am passionate about keeping my patients cancer-free or making huge impacts in fighting their cancers." 
  • Medical Oncology

  • Hematology

  • Oncology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Ks Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000
  • Naval Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1994
  • Naval Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1990
  • University Of Missouri At Kansas City

    Undergraduate School, 1989
  • University Of Missouri–kansas City School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Hematology
Internal Medicine
Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Oncology-Hematology Associates of Springfield MD PC3850 S National Ave Ste 600 Springfield, MO 65807
1

Practice

American Oncology Partners P.A.802 E US Highway 60 Monett, MO 65708
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cox Monett Hospital

    1000 E US Highway 60
    Monett, MO 65708

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Cox Medical Center South

    3801 S National Ave
    Springfield, MO 65807
    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Cox Medical Center Branson

    525 Branson Landing Blvd
    Branson, MO 65616

    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

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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