I was diagnosed with leukemia in 2004 and first came to City of Hope Medical Center for a second opinion. After the wonderful experience, i never went back to ucla which was 2 miles from my home vs extra 35 miles to COH (i've since moved and now happily drive 250 miles to see him 2x per year).
I was assigned to Dr Bhatia for my first appointment. I am sure the other Hem/Onc doctors at COH are excellent as well, but how fortunate i have been to have a caring, extremely knowledgeable (he is also a prominent researcher and chair of his dept) doctor on my side.
Always up to date on emerging treatments, always available for help between appointments, always concerned for my comfort and care. He listens. He spends time with you.
I can't say enough good about him, and I very thankful he is my doctor! read more