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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.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, 2016

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Hematology, 2016

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2013

  • Fellowships

    University of Cincinnati Medical Center GME, Hematology - Oncology, 2016

  • Residencies

    SUNY Upstate Medical University- GME, Internal Medicine, 2013

  • Internship

    SUNY Upstate Medical University- GME, Internal Medicine, 2011

  • Degree

    Dr D.Y. Patil Medical College, 2009

  • Languages

    English

I build trust with my patients by listening and being honest.

Where I see patients (4)

    My reviews

    4.8

    Overall Experience
    381 Ratings
    About our process
    Jun 30, 2025
    Dr. Malhotra is always kind and respectual. We have worked together for several years and I have confidence and trust in him.
    Jun 14, 2025
    Excellent
    Jun 14, 2025
    I believe the care provider is merely going through the paces.
    Jun 12, 2025
    I received great news about the stability of my lab results and that my condition is stable.
    May 06, 2025
    Dr Malhotra is a god listener, well informed and has good responses to my questions or concerns
    May 02, 2025
    I have confidence in my caregiver.
    Apr 19, 2025
    Dr. Malhotra always listens to my concerns, explains everything so I can understand, informative, and very kind. Most importantly I trust him with my health care. Good doctors are hard to find.
    Apr 06, 2025
    The doctor was very good, knowledgeable, and warm.
    Apr 02, 2025
    Dr Malhotra is always thorough when answering my questions, he's very understanding and patient, and makes me feel okay, less anxious about future care and/or treatment. Actually look forward to my visits with him.
    Mar 29, 2025
    Well detailed comments and responses to my comments.
    Mar 07, 2025
    Good first visi
    Mar 05, 2025
    He just sit there and communication is poor.
    Feb 26, 2025
    Very good
    Feb 14, 2025
    Dt Malhotra is the best. Thorough, unhurried and explains everything well.
    Feb 08, 2025
    Dr. Always considers my concerns and is respectful.
    Jan 25, 2025
    Dr Malhotra is very kind and professional
    Jan 22, 2025
    Perfect visit. With technology and with Dr Malhoutra. Thank you.
    Jan 18, 2025
    Dr Malhotra is the best, kindest person who takes his time to listen to your concerns and to give me his best advice.
    Jan 17, 2025
    Dr. Malhotra explains tests and is patient in answering my questions. He had an observer with him who seemed very shy and distant.
    Dec 20, 2024
    Dr. Malhotra is always king and helpful with and about my care
    Dec 09, 2024
    Dr Malhotra was so patient and thorough. He answered questions and shared information in a far superior manner to my referring Oncologist
    Nov 27, 2024
    He was a great listener and told it like it was. No sugar coating but still great bedside manner. Very calming manner.
    Nov 23, 2024
    Truly would like to say thank you
    Nov 16, 2024
    A whole Care Team was wonderful caring and the doctor had great bedside manners. I was pleased with everybody. Thank you.
    Oct 26, 2024
    I have seen Dr. Malhotra several times now and I felt this experience was the best we've had. I was clear about what I wanted, and he was very responsive
    Oct 21, 2024
    Dr Malhotra's calm, friendly and professional demeanor made me feel like I had 100% of his attention.
    Oct 13, 2024
    I love Dr. Malhotra, he is very kind, he listens to my questions and concerns, he explains my radiology and other exams thoroughly and explains future treatments if needed.
    Oct 11, 2024
    Was really good but miscommunications for a prescription brought the rating down
    Sep 12, 2024
    Top marks for great customer service
    Sep 06, 2024
    Dr Malholta is a very kind person. Every question or concerns also treatment side effects he explains everything so well & it makes you feel positive about yourself.
    Sep 04, 2024
    It was not made clear to me, nor did I ask, how (My Chart - I hope) Dr Malhotra,'s written report would be provided to me. None yet.
    Aug 16, 2024
    We felt seen and heard. Also, the provider did a very good job explaining next steps and options for treatment.
    Aug 07, 2024
    Dr Malhotra answered all my questions, good discussion re treatment options and left visit having a plan.
    Jul 25, 2024
    I am always treated fairly and with respect
    Jul 24, 2024
    Dr. Malhotra, has always been an excellent doctor from the beginning of my follow up for my cancer. He always take his time he never rushes out, and he always make sure I have all the answers to my questions.
    Jul 21, 2024
    I have been treated my Dr Malhotra for over a year and a half now, and I appreciate all his professionalism, knowledge and kindness. He's absolutely amazing.
    Jul 15, 2024
    Dr Malhotra was kind, thorough and funny!
    Jul 10, 2024
    He is a gifted doctor. He is stilted in communication. You have to pull communication out of him. He's polite but not conversational. I've worked in medicine for 50+ years. He needs to be helped.
    Jun 29, 2024
    All good very friendly and efficient
    Jun 12, 2024
    I would give 10/10 if I could. I am alive today because of everything my doctor did for me. We made decisions together and I felt in control throughout the entire process.
    May 15, 2024
    A positive experience
    Apr 21, 2024
    Amazing!
    Apr 17, 2024
    LOVE UCSF
    Mar 25, 2024
    Dr Malhotra took time to answer my questions and listened to my concerns. I didn't have to wait long for him this visit.
    Mar 19, 2024
    Every effort made to provide comfort and ease of completion of the infusion process!
    Mar 11, 2024
    Dr Mahatra is excellent..trust him with my health.
    Mar 09, 2024
    Dr. Mahotella has always listened intensively to what I shared with him and I feel he gave me his professional feedback, and make sure I understood everything that he shared with me before I would leave.
    Jan 08, 2024
    My Doctor is a great listener, caring and informative.
    Dec 21, 2023
    Thank you, Dr. Mahotra. The televisor was great.
    Dec 18, 2023
    Dr Malhotra is patient and takes time to explain what he can. He is keeping track of my medical by retesting every three months.
    Dec 08, 2023
    Was very pleased with the doctor's discussion about about my progress, current status and followup procedures!
    Nov 26, 2023
    Dr. Malhotra helped me take additional time with my primary care doctor and follow up with him on several details and my health concerns.
    Nov 19, 2023
    Looking for new oncologist
    Nov 08, 2023
    Perfect doctor
    Oct 25, 2023
    Didn't have knowledge of clinical trial that may be important for me
    Oct 07, 2023
    Excellent experience with the doctor and nurses.
    Oct 05, 2023
    This was my first visit with this care provider. I felt that he listened and asked very good questions. I left the appointment feeling like I was given the best advice for my situation.
    Sep 24, 2023
    Much better this visit. He was patient and personable. He answered my questions and set up follow up test and visit.
    Sep 18, 2023
    The doctor was excellent. Thoughful, kind, and patient. I didn't feel rushed through my appointment, and my doctor explained my condition thoroughly, and I left feeling much more confident about it than I entered.

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