Chris M. McClinton, MD

Dr. Chris M. McClinton joined Highlands Oncology in July 2017 after completing his residency in Radiation Oncology at the University of Kansas Medical Center, where he served as Chief Resident. A fourth-generation Fayetteville native, Dr. McClinton is proud to provide care to patients in the Northwest Arkansas community that helped shape him.

His interest in oncology was deeply influenced by his father’s experience with cancer, giving him a personal understanding of the importance of compassionate, high-quality cancer care.

Dr. McClinton has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to academic excellence. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Arkansas in 2006, graduating magna cum laude. During his undergraduate studies, he received numerous honors, including induction into Phi Beta Kappa, University Departmental Honors, recognition as a First Rank Senior Scholar, and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Academic Achievement Award.

He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 2011. While in medical school, he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, recognizing exceptional academic achievement, leadership, professionalism, and service. He was also a multi-year recipient of the Barton Foundation Scholarship.

Dr. McClinton completed his residency training in Radiation Oncology at the University of Kansas Medical Center, where his dedication to clinical excellence, leadership, and patient-centered care earned him the role of Chief Resident.

Outside of his clinical work, Dr. McClinton enjoys spending time with his wife, Lydia, also a Fayetteville native, and their two children. Together, they enjoy outdoor activities such as camping, fishing on Beaver Lake, and spending time with family and friends in Northwest Arkansas.