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Akshiv Malhotra, MD

Medical Oncology • Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology
Cancer Center Berkeley
510-420-8000
Portrait of Akshiv Malhotra
Portrait of Akshiv Malhotra
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Akshiv Malhotra, MD

Medical Oncology • Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology
Cancer Center Berkeley
510-420-8000

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About me

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.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Hematology, American Board of Internal Medicine/Hematology
  • Medical Oncology, American Board of Internal Med/Medical Oncology
  • Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Fellowship

  • Hematology - Oncology, University of Cincinnati Medical Center GME

Residency

  • Internal Medicine, SUNY Upstate Medical University- GME

Internship

  • Internal Medicine, SUNY Upstate Medical University- GME

Degree

  • MBBS, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College

My expertise

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    Average rating

    4.8
    4.8 out of 5 Stars
    380 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 23, 2025

      What I really like that my providers reallly listen to me .

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 18, 2025

      He is the best!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 27, 2025

      He gave time to discuss his and my concerns. Also we spoke of alternative treatments.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 26, 2025

      All Very Good!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      October 10, 2025

      Excellent!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      October 8, 2025

      Loved the lengths he went to be sure I understood my health issues.

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