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Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Huntsman Cancer Institute - Cancer Hospital South
Clinic 1A, Head and Neck
1950 Circle of Hope
Salt Lake City
,
UT
84112
Board Certification
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American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
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Patient Rating
Patients consistently praise Dr. Cannon for clear, compassionate communication and for taking time to listen and answer questions without rushing. Many note his strong surgical skill and medical knowledge, which leaves them feeling confident and well cared for. Reviewers also highlight his responsiveness and the supportive, attentive care provided by his team.
Generated via Patient Reviews
4.9
/5
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729 reviews
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The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers. The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery
-Associate Professor (Clinical) |
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| Board Certification |
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
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Education history
| Fellowship | Head and Neck Surgical Oncology with Microvascular Reconstruction and Advanced Robotic Surgery - University of Washington School of Medicine | Fellow |
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| Chief Resident | Otolaryngology - University of Utah School of Medicine | Chief Resident |
| Residency | Otolaryngology - University of Utah School of Medicine | Resident |
| Professional Medical | Medicine - University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio | M.D. |
| Undergraduate | Major: Biology; Minor: Mathematics - Pomona College | B.A. |
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Keefe K, McCrary HC, Wei M, Mark B, Drejet S, Cannon RB, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP, Dodson M, Deshmukh V, Newman M, Monroe MM, Hashibe M (2024). Risk of cardiovascular disease among head and neck cancer survivors: A population-based matched cohort study. Oral Oncol, 159, 107041.
- Bellamkonda N, Farlow JL, Haring CT, Sim MW, Seim NB, Cannon RB, Monroe MM, Agrawal A, Rocco JW, McCrary HC (2024). Evaluating the Accuracy of ChatGPT in Common Patient Questions Regarding HPV+ Oropharyngeal Carcinoma. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 133(9), 814-819.
- Khurana N, Babajanian E, McCrary H, Pulsipher A, Ghandehari H, Alt JA, Cannon RB (2023). Vascular permeability in HPV+ oropharyngeal cancers aids in fluorescent image-guided transoral robotic surgery using indocyanine green. Head Neck, 45(7), 1728-1740.
- Rock CB, Hutten RJ, Weil CR, Lloyd S, Kerrigan KC, Cannon RB, Hitchcock YJ (2022). Survival outcomes for patients with T3N0M0 squamous cell carcinoma of the glottis treated with definitive radiation alone versus chemoradiation. Head Neck, 45(2), 431-438.
- Dunklebarger MF, McCrary H, King B, Carpenter P, Buchmann L, Hunt J, Cannon R (2022). Success of Implantable Doppler Probes for Monitoring Buried Free Flaps. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 167(3), 452-456.
- Hu B, Patel JL, Tao R, Cannon RB, Monroe M, Goyal G (2022). Near Complete Response to Trametinib Treatment in Histiocytic Sarcoma Harboring a Somatic KRAS Mutation. J Natl Compr Canc Netw, 20(6), 1-4.
- Fenlon JB, Hutten RJ, Weil CR, Lloyd S, Cannon DM, Kerrigan K, Cannon RB, Hitchcock YJ (2021). Comparing adjuvant radiation to adjuvant chemoradiation in postsurgical p16+ oropharyngeal carcinoma patients with extranodal extension or positive margins. Head Neck, 44(3), 606-614.
- Carpenter P, McCrary HC, Aylward A, Cerrati E, Hunt JP, Buchmann LO, Cannon RB (2021). Penetrating Trauma Rapid Estimated Disability Scale: Assessing Facial Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wounds. Facial Plast Surg Aesthet Med, 23(6), 455-459.
- McCrary HC, McLean SR, Luman A, OSullivan P, Smith B, Cannon RB (2021). A National Survey of Robotic Surgery Training Among Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Residents. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 130(9), 1085-1092.
- Cash H, Harbison RA, Futran N, Parvathaneni U, Laramore GE, Liao J, Cannon R, Rodriguez C, Houlton JJ (2020). Neutron Therapy for High-Grade Salivary Carcinomas in the Adjuvant and Primary Treatment Setting. Laryngoscope, 131(3), 541-547.
- McCrary HC, Newberry CI, Casazza GC, Cannon RB, Ramirez AL, Meier JD (2020). Evaluation of opioid prescription patterns among patients undergoing thyroid surgery. Head Neck, 43(3), 903-908.
- Harbison RA, Gray AJ, Westling T, Carone M, Rodriguez CP, Futran ND, Cannon RB, Houlton J (2019). The role of elective neck dissection in high-grade parotid malignancy: A hospital-based cohort study. Laryngoscope, 130(6), 1487-1495.
- Aylward A, Park J, Abdelaziz S, Hunt JP, Buchmann LO, Cannon RB, Rowe K, Snyder J, Deshmukh V, Newman M, Wan Y, Fraser A, Smith K, Lloyd S, Hitchcock Y, Hashibe M, Monroe MM (2020). Individualized prediction of late-onset dysphagia in head and neck cancer survivors. Head Neck, 42(4), 708-718.
- McCrary HC, Cannon RB, Buchmann LO (2019). Some Considerations in Treating Malignant Head and Neck Paragangliomas-Reply. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 146(2), 210-211.
- Aylward A, Abdelaziz S, Hunt JP, Buchmann LO, Cannon RB, Lloyd S, Hitchcock Y, Hashibe M, Monroe MM (2019). Rates of Dysphagia-Related Diagnoses in Long-Term Survivors of Head and Neck Cancers. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 161(4), 643-651.
- McCrary HC, Babajanian E, Calquin M, Carpenter P, Casazza G, Naumer A, Greenberg S, Kohlmann W, Cannon R, Monroe MM, Hunt JP, Buchmann L (2019). Characterization of Malignant Head and Neck Paragangliomas at a Single Institution Across Multiple Decades. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 145(7), 641-646.
- Cannon RB, Kull AJ, Carpenter PS, Francis S, Buchmann LO, Monroe MM, Lloyd S, Hitchcock YJ, Cannon D, Weis JR, Houlton JJ, Hunt JP (2019). Adjuvant radiation for positive margins in adult head and neck sarcomas is associated with improved survival: Analysis of the National Cancer Database. Head Neck, 41(6), 1873-1879.
- Gobillot TA, Kaka AS, Patel SA, Rodriguez C, Cannon RB, Futran ND, Houlton JJ (2018). Treatment of Tonsillar Carcinoma following Nononcologic Tonsillectomy: Efficacy of Transoral Robotic Revision Tonsillectomy. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 160(4), 627-634.
- Dundar Y, Cannon R, Wiggins R, Monroe MM, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP (2018). Orbital invasion routes of non-melanoma skin cancers and survival outcomes. Orbit, 37(6), 405-410.
- Carpenter PS, Shepherd HM, McCrary H, Torrecillas V, Kull A, Hunt JP, Monroe MM, Buchmann LO, Cannon RB (2018). Association of Celecoxib Use With Decreased Opioid Requirements After Head and Neck Cancer Surgery With Free Tissue Reconstruction. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 144(11), 988-994.
- Cannon RB, Shepherd HM, McCrary H, Carpenter PS, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP, Houlton JJ, Monroe MM (2018). Association of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act With Insurance Coverage for Head and Neck Cancer in the SEER Database. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 144(11), 1052-1057.
- Cannon RB, Houlton JJ, Patel S, Raju S, Noble A, Futran ND, Parvathaneni U, Mndez E (2018). Patterns of cervical node positivity, regional failure rates, and fistula rates for HPV+ oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma treated with transoral robotic surgery (TORS). Oral Oncol, 86, 296-300.
- Torrecillas V, Shepherd HM, Francis S, Buchmann LO, Monroe MM, Lloyd S, Cannon D, Hitchcock YJ, Weis JR, Hunt JP, Houlton JJ, Cannon RB (2018). Adjuvant radiation for T1-2N1 oral cavity cancer survival outcomes and utilization treatment trends: Analysis of the SEER database. Oral Oncol, 85, 1-7.
- Cannon RB, Carpenter PS, Boothe D, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP, Lloyd S, Hitchcock YJ, Houlton JJ, Weis JR, Shepherd HM, Monroe MM (2018). Academic Facility Utilization and Survival Outcomes in Adult Head and Neck Sarcomas: An NCDB Analysis. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 159(3), 473-483.
- Dundar Y, Cannon RB, Hunt JP, Monroe M, Suneja G, Hitchcock YJ (2018). Radiotherapy regimens in patients with nonmelanoma head and neck skin cancers. Int J Dermatol, 57(4), 441-448.
- Thomas AJ, Larson MO, Braden S, Cannon RB, Ward PD (2017). Effect of 3 Commercially Available Botulinum Toxin Neuromodulators on Facial Synkinesis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Facial Plast Surg, 20(2), 141-147.
- Cannon RB, Houlton JJ, Mendez E, Futran ND (2017). Methods to reduce postoperative surgical site infections after head and neck oncology surgery. Lancet Oncol, 18(7), e405-e413.
- Sowder JC, Cannon RB, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP, Hitchcock Y, Lloyd S, Grossmann KF, Monroe MM (2017). Treatment-related determinants of survival in early-stage (T1-2N0M0) oral cavity cancer: A population-based study. Head Neck, 39(5), 876-880.
- Dundar Y, Cannon RB, Monroe MM, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP (2016). Skull Base Invasion Patterns and Survival Outcomes of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers. J Neurol Surg B Skull Base, 78(2), 164-172.
- Cannon RB, Dundar Y, Thomas A, Monroe MM, Buchmann LO, Witt BL, Sowder AM, Hunt JP (2017). Elective Neck Dissection for Head and Neck Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma with Skull Base Invasion. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 156(4), 671-676.
- Cannon RB, Wiggins RH 3rd, Witt BL, Dundar Y, Johnston TM, Hunt JP (2017). Imaging and Outcomes for a New Entity: Low-Grade Sinonasal Sarcoma with Neural and Myogenic Features. J Neurol Surg Rep, 78(1), e15-e19.
- Cannon RB, Sowder JC, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP, Hitchcock YJ, Lloyd S, Grossman KF, Monroe MM (2017). Increasing use of nonsurgical therapy in advanced-stage oral cavity cancer: A population-based study. Head Neck, 39(1), 82-91.
- Cannon RB, Thomson RS, Shelton C, Gurgel RK (2016). Long-term Outcomes After Middle Fossa Approach for Traumatic Facial Nerve Paralysis. Otol Neurotol, 37(6), 799-804.
- Buchmann L, Ashby S, Cannon RB, Hunt JP (2015). Psychosocial distress in patients with thyroid cancer. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 152(4), 644-9.
- Cannon RB, Gurgel RK, Warren FM, Shelton C (2015). Facial nerve outcomes after middle fossa decompression for Bell's palsy. Otol Neurotol, 36(3), 513-8.
Review
- McCrary HC, Dunklebarger MF, Fechter BJ, Drejet SM, Monroe MM, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP, Cannon RB (2024). Early ambulation after fibular free flap surgery is associated with reduced length of stay, increased mobility independence, and discharge to home. [Review]. Head Neck, 46(5), 1160-1167.
Book Chapter
- Hunt JP, Cannon RB (2016). Parathyroid Carcinoma. In David JT, William D (Eds.), Thyroid and Parathyroid Diseases: Medical and Surgical Management (2nd Edition). Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.
- Cannon RB, McCrary HC, Sharma J, Carpenter PS (). Infection Peri Microsurgical Head and Neck Reconstruction. In Wei FC, El Deek N, Meningaud JP, Futran ND (Eds.), Mastery of Microsurgical Reconstruction of the Head and Neck. New York, NY: Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.
- McCrary HC, Monroe MM, Cannon RB (). Head and Neck Neoplasms. In Karsy M, Abou-Al-Shaar H, Guan J, and Nirula R (Eds.), The Surgical Handbook (pp. 144-152). New York, NY: Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.
- Babajanian E, McCrary HC, Cannon RB (). Airway Management/Tracheostomy. In Karsy M, Abou-Al-Shaar H, Guan J, and Nirula R (Eds.), The Surgical Handbook (pp. 101-108). New York, NY: Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.
Case Report
- Cohen MA, Cannon RB, Couldwell WT (2020). Resection of Invasive Sphenoorbital and Cavernous Sinus Meningioma via Frontotemporal Craniotomy. World Neurosurg, 141, 252.
- Cannon RB, Wiggins RH 3rd, Witt BL, Dundar Y, Johnston TM, Hunt JP (2017). Imaging and Outcomes for a New Entity: Low-Grade Sinonasal Sarcoma with Neural and Myogenic Features. J Neurol Surg Rep, 78(1), e15-e19.
Letter
- McCrary HC, Cannon RB, Buchmann LO (2019). Response Regarding Characterization of Malignant Head and Neck Paragangliomas at a Single Institution Across Multiple Decades [Letter to the editor]. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg.
- Cannon RB, Shelton C, Gurgel RK (2017). Response Regarding Combined Transmastoid and Middle Fossa Approach. [Letter to the editor]. Otol Neurotol, 38(2), 304.
Other
- Fenlon JB, Hutten RJ, Weil CR, Lloyd S, Cannon DM, Kerrigan K, Cannon RB, Hitchcock YJ (2021). Comparing adjuvant radiation to adjuvant chemoradiation in postsurgical p16+ oropharyngeal carcinoma patients with extranodal extension or positive margins. Head Neck (44(3), pp. 606-614). United States.
- Dundar Y, Cannon RB, Monroe MM, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP (2016). Erratum: Skull Base Invasion Patterns and Survival Outcomes of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers. J Neurol Surg B Skull Base (78(2), pp. e2-e4). Germany.
Dr Cannon is a kind, personable, and caring doctor. My husband and I always feel like we're meeting up with an old friend when we come in for my appointments.
You're in good hands with this doctor!
Dr Cannon is the best. 10/10 and five stars.
I.was very impressed. Dr. Cannon carefully went through all the issues and options both positive and negative. I was left feeling that I was in ex excellent hands.
Dr. Cannon took the time to listen to my questions and offered answers in 'non' medical language that I could understand.
Great doctor
Doctor Cannon is the finest doctor I have ever known.
Dr Cannon is not only a fantastic surgeon, but he is an incredibly empathetic doctor. He truly understands that this is the most scary time of your life. I had a million and one questions, down to whether or not cosmetic procedures could fix any potential complications. He answered them all with no judgement. I always felt like I was his number one focus when meeting in person or on the phone. I felt safe and comfortable in his care and I really cannot recommend him enough. On top of that, my surgery was very successful and his care has left me feeling optimistic for full recovery.
As always, Dr. Cannon is a careful and compassionate physician. Entire staff was efficient.
Very knowledgeable and showed obvious concern
Love Dr. Cannon. Only good thing about Cancer.
Fantastic doctor period.....
Dr. Cannon has twice called me directly to address my concerns. I expected a nurse to return my call by he did in a quick and efficient time. Very kind and respectful.
I can not say enough about Dr.Cannon. He truly cares about my questions and my fears. He also gave my different options and let me decide my treatment. I am very grateful for him
Dr. Cannon is exceptional ! He posseses a broad based wealth of knowledge and experience. Dr. Cannon is an excellent listener and communicates healthcare challenges and treatment options in a thoughtful caring manner. I always leave one of Dr. Cannon's appointments feeling that I was very well cared for.
Doctor Cannon is why we travel hundreds of miles monthly to receive the finest medical care. He is friendly and caring. He is second to none.
Dr Cannon is a great doctor, he explained what their goal is to get me back to a normal life for a treac patient
Dr. Cannon is well met, personable, kind, caring, professional, and from what I felt in my first meeting with him, trustworthy.
I would rate Dr Cannon a 9
Very nice
Unfortunately for me, I have met more doctors than I would have liked to and thank goodness for good doctors to care for me. Dr. Cannon is the fines doctor I have ever met. He is so knowledgeable but remains kind and humble. I believe he genuinely cares. I have never felt rushed or like a number. He sees me as a person. I consider myself extremely lucky to have Dr. Cannon as my oncologist.
He is very good
So far so good. Our surgery is scheduled in two weeks, so we'll see how that goes.
Dr Cannon is amazing. He is very knowledgeable and shows compassion for his patients.
A strong asset for Huntsman Center.
If you find yourself in need of an oral cancer specialist, you can't do any better than Dr. Cannon.
Knowledgeable and personable. Great experience.
Extremely professional.
Great Dr. personable. Caring. Talented
Explained everything clearly and to the point. Look forward to seeing him again.
Excellent Dr.
Dr Richard B Cannon is a highly professional, clear communcator and informative doctor. His demeanor makes him easy to talk to, including addressing difficult medical topics.
Dr Tanner is amazing. I would give him ten stars out of ten.
Thank you for your caring and kind support.
My experience as a whole was amazing. My only suggestion is that when family is in the waiting room during surgery - that someone would come speak with them about the outcome once it has been completed. This didn't happen and my husband was left in the dark until the nurse in recovery called to say they were taking me to my room.
I am truly grateful for Dr Cannon's skill and compassion.
Great doctor. Great surgeon. Very knowledgeable for his patients and field of study. Excellent doctor, listen to his patients, answer questions about your medical condition. Provide options for your treatment. I would recommend him and Huntsman Hospital, to everyone.
First Class individual and Surgeon.
If you find yourself needing exceptional treatment and care for oral cancer, I can't imagine a better oncologist than Richard Cannon. I have no fears or worries knowing my case is in his hands.
Very personable, knowledgeable. He is very approachable and easy to ask questions about pertinent health care conditions related to me
Treated me very quickly when the cancer was found.
Dr. Cannon started and ended our talks with insightful positivity. He listened to my concerns and expressed his. No sugercoating just honest answers to my questions and thoughtfully answered my concerns.
He was very professional but also kind.
Outstanding. He listened, discussed treatment, made me totally comfortable
Dr Cannon is wonderful. He is the doctor you always wished you had. Caring, understanding, thoughtful, and very smart. He is a gifted surgeon to boot! He will explain thing to you and make a decision with you and not for you. All around great guy. I consider myself lucky that he took me on as a patient. He took wonderful care of me because he genuinely cares.
Very nice guy. Seemed to care and made special efforts to be sure I understood my condition and treatment.
Doctor and his staff were great. Very professional and kept me in the loop about everything going on with my visit.
Dr. Cannon was very knowledgeable in his assessment of my medical condition which others had failed to diagnose even after 3 biopsies. He was clear in his explanation and treatment plan. I am now confident knowing that my cancer is treatable and I am in the care of a skilled and competent surgeon.
Dr. Cannon is an amazing doctor. I know cancer is a tricky business but I feel very confident Dr. Cannon is out for my best interest as I am sure he is with everyone else. I am very thankful for both him and his team that worked on me.
Dr. Cannon is careful and empathetic. The staff is helpful.
Very good bedside manner. Took the time to explain post operative progress. Listened to and answered my questions and concerns.
Simply the best!9
Dr. Cannon is thorough, provides clear explanations, answers every question, and provides exceptional care. We can't say enough about how much we appreciate his expertise and compassion.
Great doctor very good at what he does and knows
Very caring and thoughtful
We are just beginning to work with him an so we can't fully judge him and his performance at this point.
Dr. Cannon actually cares about his patience. I am always surprised that he is willing to take the team needed. I never feel rushed and I always feel that I matter.
Dr. Cannon always takes time to listen to me and asks many questions regarding my health. He is an exceptional doctor and an exceptional person.
Very knowledgeable and caring. about my health. Shared our options for treatment and took the time to make sure we understand the treatments available. Very nice and caring Doctor. The best.
This is NOW my second time here with Dr Cannon, none finer!!!
I don't wish any ill to anyone but if they are diagnosed with an illness that requires emergency care with long term life changes, I will recommend Dr. Cannon and his staff along with the Huntsman Center. I received the upmost care from the first phone call that was made and have been treated with the upmost respect and dignity.
Very nice and informative
Richard B Cannon, MD listened to my limits for pain control and followed my wishes. I cannot use opioid drugs as they make pain much worse for me, Dr Cannon did my surgery without opioids and I recovered quickly. He cares about his patients and has great skill in the operating room.
This individual, along with Dr Hunt, are incredibly gifted surgeons! Not to mention the nursing staff, and physical therapists!!!
Very professional yet down to earth very relatable
I feel very fortunate to be in Dr. Cannon's care.
Dr. Cannon was great at easing any concerns. He gave multiple options, and let me decide what I felt was the route I was comfortable with. He also made sure I have an easy path in the future to reach out again.