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J. Ben Arevalo, MD, MBA
He | Him | HisPalliative Medicine • Pain Medicine- Telehealth Visits
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J. Ben Arevalo, MD, MBA
He | Him | HisPalliative Medicine • Pain Medicine- Telehealth Visits
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About me
Dr. J. Ben Arevalo is a pain medicine and palliative care physician who treats patients with cancer. He helps patients maximize their quality of life by managing symptoms related to cancer, as well as side effects of treatment, including pain, fatigue, nausea, low appetite, insomnia, anxiety and shortness of breath. He also supports patients and their families with medical decision making and advance care planning.
Arevalo has a special interest in caring for patients with hematologic (blood) cancers, including leukemia, myeloma and lymphoma, as well as patients with complex and treatment-resistant pain. He values the deep connections and enduring partnerships that he forms with patients and their families.
Arevalo earned his medical degree at Harvard Medical School. He completed a residency in emergency medicine at the University of Chicago, where he also served as chief resident. He then completed a fellowship in hospice and palliative care at UCSF.
Arevalo also earned a master of business administration degree at Harvard Business School. Before joining UCSF, he worked as an emergency medicine physician and as a flight physician on a medical helicopter.
Education & training
Board certification
- Pain Medicine, American Board of Emergency Medicine
- Emergency Medicine, American Board of Emergency Medicine
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine, American Board of Emergency Medicine
Fellowship
- Pain Medicine Anesthesiology, Brigham and Womens Hospital GME
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine, UCSF School of Medicine -GME
Residency
- Emergency Medicine, University of Chicago Medical Center
Degree
- MD, Harvard Medical School
Academic title
- Health Sciences Clinical Professor
My expertise
Locations
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Publications
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- April 17, 20264.8 out of 5 Stars
Had my first appt with Dr Arevalo. He Is god sent to me. After years of trying to find the right dr for my condition, I finally found someone who understands, cares, listens, reduces my worry vs increasing it. I am very thankful for him and happy I am under his care now.
- April 16, 20265 out of 5 Stars
I really can't say enough about Dr Arevalo. He is amazing in his treatment, his empathy, his compassion and willingness to change our treatment plan if the original isn't working. I wish I could see him for more than pain management
- April 15, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr Arevalo is so compassionate and kind, a very good listener
- April 5, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr Arevalo is thorough in his assessment, which he does out loud so you know what he is examining (records, x-rays) and what he thinks about it. He is friendly and personable. He invites my opinions about moving forward. He is excellent!
- March 26, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Excellent treatment from everyone involved. All were courteous, polite, caring, and knowledgeable.
- March 26, 20265 out of 5 Stars
10/10 for Dr. Arevalo! He was absolutely fantastic during the entire procedure itself. I've only had him remotely so far (which he's always been excellent during each visit), but having him as my Dr in person was phenomenal. He has such a great bedside manner and made me feel safe, listened to, and was just absolutely a pleasure to be around. He's compassionate, super respectful, and just awesome - he really helped me calm my anxiety. He was highly skilled during the procedure itself and it went much more smoothly than I could have anticipated. I wouldn't trust any other doctor or facility to perform this except for him, he's the best. I can't recommend him enough!
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