Overview
Dr. Akshiv Malhotra is a medical oncologist who cares for patients with cancer or blood disorders. His treatment expertise includes gastrointestinal cancers, lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, lymphoma, leukemia and multiple myeloma. In patient care, he prescribes medical treatments, such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy, while also incorporating lifestyle changes to reduce stress and improve exercise habits, diet and sleep. Malhotra earned his medical degree at DY Patil University School of Medicine in India. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the State University of New York Upstate Medical University and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the University of Cincinnati. Malhotra's research has focused on treatments for various cancers and blood disorders. He has published articles in multiple peer-reviewed journals and presented on these topics at several conferences. Malhotra is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Society of Hematology. Malhotra spends his free time with his wife and two young daughters. They enjoy the outdoors, particularly traveling to, exploring and hiking in national parks. Malhotra's other interests include playing board games, listening to podcasts and audiobooks, watching cricket and working out at CrossFit Oakland.
Dr. Malhotra is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor, and Virilizing Ovarian Tumor.
Dr. Malhotra is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, Hematology, American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Malhotra is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3100 San Pablo Ave., Suite 280, Berkeley, CA 94702
1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
1825 Fourth St., San Francisco, CA 94158
1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Malhotra has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Akshiv Malhotra
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Akshiv Malhotra?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Akshiv Malhotra by calling their office at 415-476-3208. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Akshiv Malhotra a top-rated expert for Breast Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Akshiv Malhotra is classified as an Advanced expert for Breast Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Akshiv Malhotra specialize in?
While Dr. Akshiv Malhotra is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Akshiv Malhotra participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Akshiv Malhotra has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Breast Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Akshiv Malhotra's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Akshiv Malhotra accept my insurance?
Dr. Akshiv Malhotra accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-476-3208 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Breast CancerDr. Malhotra isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Malignant Mixed Mullerian TumorDr. Malhotra isAdvanced. Learn about Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor.
- Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)
- Ovarian CancerDr. Malhotra isAdvanced. Learn about Ovarian Cancer.
- Ovarian CarcinosarcomaDr. Malhotra isAdvanced. Learn about Ovarian Carcinosarcoma.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Malhotra isAdvanced. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
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- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Malhotra isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Malhotra isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Malhotra isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Malhotra isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- AnemiaDr. Malhotra isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Malhotra isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.