Dr. Octavia Cannon is a native of East Lansing and has returned home from Charlotte, North Carolina where she served as the Director of Women’s Health at Gaston County Health Department and also practiced at Arboretum ObGyn for 22 years.
Dr. Cannon completed her undergraduate degree with Honors from Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, N.C. She completed her medical training at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine ...
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Patients consistently praise Dr. Octavia Cannon and the staff for providing exceptional, compassionate care. Dr. Octavia Cannon is highly regarded for her warm, down-to-earth, and friendly bedside manner, which immediately puts patients at ease and alleviates anxiety. Reviewers highlight her as an attentive listener who is thorough, knowledgeable, and never rushes through appointments. She excels at explaining medical conditions and procedures clearly, making patients feel truly heard and valued. Combined with a welcoming, efficient office environment and a supportive, professional staff, patients report feeling safe, comfortable, and highly confident in the outstanding care they receive.
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I didn't have to wait terribly long. Dr. Cannon treated me quietly and happily answered all of my questions.
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Everyone in the office was warm, caring and professional. Dr. Cannon is the best. She listens, doesn't make you feel rushed and gives valuable counsel on next steps. Love her!
Dr. Cannon was amazing. She was non-judgmental and listened to my concerns. I was very impressed with her care.
I was pleased with the entire experience. I was greeted when I entered the building. I was called back to see the doctor in a timely manner. Dr. Octavia asked great questions and provided her suggestions.
I was seen at my scheduled time. Dr. Cannon listened to me, made eye contact, and was efficient, professional, and personable.
Very satisfied
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Dr. Cannon is a fantastic provider. She goes above and beyond, providing emotional support and empathy. She treats the whole person and that is priceless to me.
Dr. Octavia Cannon is a native of East Lansing and has returned home from Charlotte, North Carolina where she served as the Director of Women’s Health at Gaston County Health Department and also practiced at Arboretum ObGyn for 22 years.
Dr. Cannon completed her undergraduate degree with Honors from Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, N.C. She completed her medical training at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Miami, FL. Dr. Cannon returned to Michigan to complete her residency training at St. John/Detroit Riverview Hospital and Hutzel Hospital.
Her areas of special interest include working with adolescent and teenage patients, LGBT patients, PCOS, contraceptive options, vaginitis and fibroids.
Dr. Cannon is the Past President of the American College of Osteopathic OBGYNs (ACOOG). In 2018, she was the first African American President of this national organization, which was founded in 1934.
She enjoys community service, educating people about Women’s Health, and is thrilled to be back home close to her family.
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