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Dr. Francis Macmillan, MD

Dr. Francis Macmillan, MD

Gastroenterology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Francis Macmillan, MD is a gastroenterologist in Exeter, NH and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Macmillan has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with Exeter Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

3 Alumni Dr Ste 201 Exeter, NH 03833
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(603) 772-5528

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Macmillan is affiliated with Exeter Hospital Exeter, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Macmillan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Macmillan specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • 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.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Macmillan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Macmillan

4.1
22 ratings, 11 with a written review
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4 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Useless, unsympathetic doctor
Had a gastric bypass by an awful doctor. Dr. Bennadetto's operation made me spontaneously soil myself. Made an appointment to be seen by Dr. MacMillan to see if he could help. Was told, not an emergency, see you in 9 months. Was totally dismissed. I waited almost a year & he couldn't be bothered to listen to anything I was trying to explain. I was told that I was eating sugar & should expect this as this was dumping syndrome. I do not eat sugar. This is not dumping syndrome. No empathy, no compassion, no respect. I would not recommend him to anyone for any reason.
What went well
No results
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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Feb 24, 2025
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Highly skilled practitioner
Dr. MacMillan and his team are top-notch. Highly recommend!
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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Dec 17, 2023
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Would give ZERO stars if I could
I went with my son to his appointment. I found Dr. MacMillan to be very condescending and totally unsympathetic. He was not at all concerned about any of his symptoms and sent him home with instructions to try something he had already done. To make a long story short, within a few days of that appointment we brought my son to a hospital in Massachusetts where he was diagnosed in the emergency room, admitted and remained for TWO WEEKS. I would not send my worst enemy to see that man.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Kristi Lyn Lavallee – Apr 14, 2022
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I had an appointment 2 weeks ago with Dr. MacMillan. He explained everything clearly and answered my questions.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jul 13, 2021
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If I could leave 0 stars I would. Dr. MacMillan is selfish and I wouldn't recommend him to my worst enemy.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Nov 17, 2020
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Had an appointment 2 weeks ago and thought Dr. MacMillan was a great doctor and man. He explained everything to me and did not rush through the appointment. He put my mind at ease and was very thorough in explanations. So happy I found this wonderful and caring doctor.
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
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Judi Fountas – Jul 28, 2020
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Colonoscopy.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 09, 2020
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I sadly found this physician to be extremely arrogant, communicating with the proverbial "one foot out the door", and lacking any attempt to fully engage - therefore, in addition to lacking compassion, his abruptness precluded any ability to process a complicated situation. I have seen several local gastroenterologists in the past for other problems as well as for routine colonoscopies. There are much better choices to make when it comes time to see man MD in this specialty. Quite frankly, I cannot fathom why he went in to medicine.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Jan 17, 2020
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Great treatment,aware of methods for my recovery. His staff is wonderful and they all worked with me to insure a good recovery.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Leonard Provost in North Andover , MA – Dec 21, 2018
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Not sure why the good reviews. Went for upper right quadrant pain this year. Had elevated liver enzymes (& bilirubin) (off & on) past several years. I still have the upper right pain after eating certain things (usually carby foods). I have ulcerative proctitis, that he is attributing the upper right quadrant pain to, "as my liver enzymes were normal the past few times", and he thinks the fatty liver is gone. My recent '18 CT (through his office!) showed fatty liver w/NO CHANGE from '17!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Frustrated in NH – Dec 19, 2018
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The best, whom I have total trust. Very knowledgeable and dependable. I consider myself fortunate to have him.
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
14 others found this helpful
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Harold Smith in Ft Lauderdale, FL – Jun 16, 2016
Thank you so much for the kind words Mr Smith! ... Read More
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About Me

care philosophy

We provide comprehensive care for patients with concerns related to digestion and liver diseases. Our practice is only physicians, so our patients will only see the person with the most expertise and the highest level of training. Our vision is...read more

biography

Dr MacMillan is a board certified, Tufts University affiliated fellowship trained physician specializing in Gastroenterology and Liver diseases.  Dr MacMillan is a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology, and has served the ACG...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Therapy Endoscopy

  • Hepatology

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  • Lahey Clinic Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1998

  • New England Deaconess Hospital Esrd

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995

  • Boston College

    Undergraduate School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. Macmillan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office3 Alumni Dr Ste 201 Exeter, NH 03833
    1

    Practice

    Dartmouth-Hitchcock Manchester Laboratory100 Hitchcock Way Manchester, NH 03104
    2

    Practice

    Haverhill GI Inc.200 Sutton St Ste 140 North Andover, MA 01845
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Exeter Hospital

      5 Alumni Dr
      Exeter, NH 03833
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

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

      5% higher than the national average

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