Bijoy P Telivala, MDMedical Oncology in Jacksonville, FL

Bijoy P. Telivala, MD, is a board-certified, independent oncologist specializing in medical oncology, hematology and internal medicine at Ascension St. Vincent's in Jacksonville, Florida. He diagnoses and treats cancer using medications, such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapies. Every appointment with Dr. Telivala starts with a conversation. He takes the time to answer all your questions - big and small

Originally from India, Dr. Telivala received his MBBS from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College. He then earned his Doctor of Medicine from Temple University in Pennsylvania, where he remained for his hematology/oncology fellowship.

Dr. Telivala and his fellow doctors push the limit every day in terms of medical care and quality of life. They are seeing new developments at a very rapid pace. A cancer diagnosis is life-changing for everyone involved, so he believes that the best care is about evaluating and helping, not just the patient, but the entire family. Everyone and everything needs to be taken into consideration. During his time in medicine, Dr. Telivala has learned to listen and talk with his patients, and become their guide, friend, and advocate.

When not caring for patients, Dr. Telivala enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, and playing table tennis and bridge.