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Dr. Craig McHood, MD

Dr. Craig McHood, MD

Family Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Craig McHood, MD is a family medicine physician in Missoula, MT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with Saint Patrick Hospital.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

500 W Broadway St Missoula, MT 59802
(406) 721-5600

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McHood specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. McHood's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McHood

3.3
21 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
52%
52%
4 star
5%
5%
3 star
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0%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
38%
38%

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Terrific experience
Dr. McHood saw me when I was ill and my regular doctor was not in the office. His staff were terrific and Dr. McHood was easy to talk to and caring. I had been sick for some time when I saw him and he scheduled a respiratory test for me. Afterward, he followed up with a phone call to see how I was doing. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 21, 2023
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I've always found Dr. McHood to be very responsive to my and my son's needs. He gives us honest, practical advice and has been very generous with his time.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Missoula, MT – Nov 14, 2018
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Our family loved Dr. McHood! He was knowledgeable and was open and honest. He always had a smile to make you feel at ease no matter the situation. He listened to complaints both real and imagined professionally. We were sad to move away from such a great doctor! Would definitely recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dawn in Arlington – Mar 29, 2018
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I came down with a mysterious illness and saw him repeatedly trying to get answers. This genius' advice to me was essentially to eat fistfuls of Tylenol and ibuprofen and to drink 3 gallons of water a day (and to get psychiatric help). One of his colleagues correctly diagnosed me with an autoimmune disease after months of his negligence.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Missoula, MT – Nov 23, 2017
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I have been seeing him for about two years now and I would not change my doctor unless he retires! He has helped me quit smoking and stayed that way and has addressed many other issues that were serious in my mind (because I am just that way) and reassured me everything is good. He doesn't sugar coat things to me and I love that. And his bedside manner is amazing.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Missoula, MT – May 10, 2017
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Absolutely couldn't ask for a better personal physician. He's upfront, honest, provides options for treatment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Missoula, MT – Mar 11, 2017
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Dr LaHood was available to see me on short notice because my regular physician was not available. He was very thorough in going through my health record as well as treating my persistent cough problem and discussing in detail his recommendations. He explained some of the former test to me from my health record and wrote in his summary on how I could be proactive in mitigating some of my health issues. I was very satisfied with his professional advice and medical competence.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Bill Murray in Missoula, MT – Jan 05, 2017
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Instead of concentrating on my past and current health issues at hand, McHood tends to crack jokes and avoid the assistance I seek from him. His behavior frustrates me and makes me feel uneasy. During my last visit I discovered he, and his office, had neglected to process and analyze lab results altogether - now I'm back to square one, seeking new health information and a new physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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S.F. in Missoula, MT – Mar 29, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Craig McHood, MD is a family medicine physician in Missoula, MT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with Saint Patrick Hospital.

  • Family Medicine

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  • Eisenhower Army Mc

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • Dewitt Army Community Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1999

  • Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Providence St. Patrick Hospital500 W Broadway St Missoula, MT 59802
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Patrick Hospital

    500 W Broadway St
    Missoula, MT 59802
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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