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Roma Bhatia
Rating: 4.9 of 5
( out of 62 reviews )

Roma Bhatia, MD, MPH

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

Huntsman Cancer Institute - Cancer Hospital South

1950 Circle of Hope
Salt Lake City , UT 84112
801-585-0100

  • Dr. Roma Bhatia, MD, is a breast medical oncologist and Assistant Professor in the Division of Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Utah and Investigator at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. She specializes in the care of individuals with all states of breast cancer, with a particular interest in cancer survivorship, geriatric oncology, and the cognitive and physical effects for cancer treatment. Her research has been funded through the Center for Investigational Therapeutics at the University of Utah and through federal grants from the Health Resources and Services Administration.

    Dr. Bhatia's research focuses on improving quality of life and functional outcomes for patients, including the use of exercise and supportive interventions to address common side effects from cancer treatments including chemotherapy related cognitive impairment, cancer fatigue, and recovery after therapy. Through both her clinical and research work, she aims to bridge scientific discovery with compassionate, patient-centered care.

    She believes in partnering closely with her patients to help them make informed choices and navigate the challenges of cancer with dignity, understanding, and hope.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology)

    Patient Rating

    Rating: 4.9 out of 5
    4.9 /5
    ( out of 62 reviews )

    The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers.

    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

    Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    September 19, 2025
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Bhatia is caring and knows so much about my condition. She is always positive and upbeat. I really appreciate her staying on top of my needs.

    September 19, 2025
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Bhatia is a great physician. I have really seeing her. She explains things clearly and listens to me and any concerns that I have. I would highly recommend her.

    September 16, 2025
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She is very knowledgable and very caring!

    August 27, 2025
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Bhatia is kind, knowledgeable, and understanding.

    August 21, 2025
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr Bhatia is extremely kind and explains everything in great detail that I could understand. She's very caring!

    August 14, 2025
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Competent and compassionate

    August 14, 2025
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    I really enjoy my visits with her. She is always professional and incudes me in the decision making. She is a very good Doctor.

    August 06, 2025
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She was very engaged in my personal welfare

    May 25, 2025
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Bhatia is a wonderful oncologist. She is smart, efficient and is not afraid to spend extra time with her patients.

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  • Dr. Roma Bhatia, MD, is a breast medical oncologist and Assistant Professor in the Division of Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Utah and Investigator at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. She specializes in the care of individuals with all states of breast cancer, with a particular interest in cancer survivorship, geriatric oncology, and the cognitive and physical effects for cancer treatment. Her research has been funded through the Center for Investigational Therapeutics at the University of Utah and through federal grants from the Health Resources and Services Administration.

    Dr. Bhatia's research focuses on improving quality of life and functional outcomes for patients, including the use of exercise and supportive interventions to address common side effects from cancer treatments including chemotherapy related cognitive impairment, cancer fatigue, and recovery after therapy. Through both her clinical and research work, she aims to bridge scientific discovery with compassionate, patient-centered care.

    She believes in partnering closely with her patients to help them make informed choices and navigate the challenges of cancer with dignity, understanding, and hope.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Internal Medicine -Assistant Professor (Clinical)
    Academic Divisions Oncology
    Board Certification
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
    American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology)

    Education history

    Fellowship Hematology/Oncology - University of Michigan Medical School Fellow
    Fellowship General Internal Medicine - Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School Fellow
    Graduate Training Clinical Effectiveness - Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health M.P.H.
    Residency Internal Medicine - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Resident
    Internship Internal Medicine - University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics Intern
    Professional Medical Medicine - Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science M.D.
    Undergraduate Major: Biology; Minor: Economics - Emory University B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Fields EC, Bosch WR, Albuquerque KV, Bhatia R, Chino J, Dyer B, Erickson B, Fabian D, Gaffney D, Glaser S, Han K, Hathout L, Hsu IC, Jegadeesh N, Kahn J, Kidd E, Klopp A, Leung E, Lin L, Ludwig M, Ma T, Mell L, Mayadev J, Petersen I, Portelance L, Rash D, Taunk N, Viswanathan A, Wolfson A, Yashar C, Yeung A, Yoshida E, Fisher CM (2024). Consensus Guidelines for Delineation of Clinical Target Volumes for Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy for Intact Cervical Cancer: An Update. Pract Radiat Oncol, 15(2), 171-179. ()
    2. Cheng H, Hua L, Tang H, Bao Z, Xu X, Zhu H, Wang S, Jiapaer Z, Bhatia R, Dunn IF, Deng J, Wang D, Sun S, Luan S, Ji J, Xie Q, Yang X, Lei J, Li G, Wang X, Gong Y (2022). CBX7 reprograms metabolic flux to protect against meningioma progression by modulating the USP44/c-MYC/LDHA axis. J Mol Cell Biol, 15(10). ()
    3. Berman E, Shah NP, Deninger M, Altman JK, Amaya M, Begna K, Bhatia R, Chan O, Collins R, Curtin P, DeAngelo DJ, Drazer M, Maness L, Metheny L, Mohan S, Moore J, Oehler V, Pratz K, Pusic I, Rose M, Shomali W, Smith BD, Styler M, Sweet K, Talpaz M, Tanaka T, Tantravahi S, Tsai S, Vaughn J, Welborn J, Yang D, Mauro M, Cortes J, Radich J, Druker B (2023). CML and the WHO: Why? J Clin Oncol, 42(9), 984-986. ()
    4. Shah NP, Bhatia R, Altman JK, Amaya M, Begna KH, Berman E, Chan O, Clements J, Collins RH, Curtin PT, DeAngelo DJ, Drazer M, Maness L, Metheny L, Mohan S, Moore JO, Oehler V, Pratz K, Pusic I, Rose MG, Shomali W, Smith BD, Styler M, Talpaz M, Tanaka TN, Tantravahi S, Thompson J, Tsai S, Vaughn J, Welborn J, Yang DT, Sundar H, Gregory K (2024). Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, Version 2.2024, NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology. J Natl Compr Canc Netw, 22(1), 43-69. ()
    5. Bhatia R, Hirsch C, Arnold AM, Newman AB, Mukamal KJ (2023). Social networks, social support, and life expectancy in older adults: the Cardiovascular Health Study. Arch Gerontol Geriatr, 111, 104981. ()
    6. Atari M, Mehl MR, Graham J, Doris JM, Schwarz N, Davani AM, Omrani A, Kennedy B, Gonzalez E, Jafarzadeh N, Hussain A, Mirinjian A, Madden A, Bhatia R, Burch A, Harlan A, Sbarra DA, Raison CL, Moseley SA, Polsinelli AJ, Dehghani M (2023). The paucity of morality in everyday talk. Sci Rep, 13(1), 5967. ()
    7. Lehmann HI, Sharma K, Bhatia R, Mills T, Lang J, Li G, Andrews C, Cullivan J, Singh J, Mela T (2023). Real-World Disparities in Remote Follow-Up of Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices and Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Single-Center Experience. J Am Heart Assoc, 12(3), e027500. ()
    8. Bhatia R, Gilliam E, Aliberti G, Pinheiro A, Karamourtopoulos M, Davis RB, DesRochers L, Schonberg MA (2022). Older adults' perspectives on primary care telemedicine during the COVID-19 pandemic. J Am Geriatr Soc, 70(12), 3480-3492. ()
    9. Bhatia R, Holtan S, Jurdi NE, Prizment A, Blaes A (2022). Do Cancer and Cancer Treatments Accelerate Aging? Curr Oncol Rep, 24(11), 1401-1412. ()
    10. Aliberti GM, Bhatia R, Desrochers LB, Gilliam EA, Schonberg MA (2022). Perspectives of primary care clinicians in Massachusetts on use of telemedicine with adults aged 65 and older during the COVID-19 pandemic. Prev Med Rep, 26, 101729. ()
    11. Bhatia R, Aliberti G, Gilliam E, DesRochers L, Brockmeyer D, Davis RB, Schonberg MA (2022). A survey of Massachusetts primary care physicians' experience with telemedicine in older adults. J Am Geriatr Soc, 70(3), 683-687. ()
    12. Deininger MW, Shah NP, Altman JK, Berman E, Bhatia R, Bhatnagar B, DeAngelo DJ, Gotlib J, Hobbs G, Maness L, Mead M, Metheny L, Mohan S, Moore JO, Naqvi K, Oehler V, Pallera AM, Patnaik M, Pratz K, Pusic I, Rose MG, Smith BD, Snyder DS, Sweet KL, Talpaz M, Thompson J, Yang DT, Gregory KM, Sundar H (2020). Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, Version 2.2021, NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology. J Natl Compr Canc Netw, 18(10), 1385-1415. ()
    13. Mitchell W, Bhatia R, Zebardast N (2020). Retrospective cross-sectional analysis of the changes in marijuana use in the USA, 2005-2018. BMJ Open, 10(7), e037905. ()
    14. Najjar YG, Navrazhina K, Ding F, Bhatia R, Tsai K, Abbate K, Durden B, Eroglu Z, Bhatia S, Park S, Chowdhary A, Chandra S, Kennedy J, Puzanov I, Ernstoff M, Vachhani P, Drabick J, Singh A, Xu T, Yang J, Carvajal R, Manson D, Kirkwood JM, Cohen J, Sullivan R, Johnson D, Funchain P, Shoushtari A (2020). Ipilimumab plus nivolumab for patients with metastatic uveal melanoma: a multicenter, retrospective study. J Immunother Cancer, 8(1). ()
    15. Najjar YG, Menk AV, Sander C, Rao U, Karunamurthy A, Bhatia R, Zhai S, Kirkwood JM, Delgoffe GM (2019). Tumor cell oxidative metabolism as a barrier to PD-1 blockade immunotherapy in melanoma. JCI Insight, 4(5). ()
    16. Bhatia R, Kizilbash SJ, Ahrens SP, Killian JM, Kimmes SA, Knoebel EE, Muppa P, Weaver AL, Fischer PR (2016). Outcomes of Adolescent-Onset Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome. J Pediatr, 173, 149-53. ()
    17. Meisel ZF, Shea JA, Peacock NJ, Dickinson ET, Paciotti B, Bhatia R, Buharin E, Cannuscio CC (2014). Optimizing the patient handoff between emergency medical services and the emergency department. Ann Emerg Med, 65(3), 310-317.e1. ()
    18. Fleisher J, Bhatia R, Margus C, Pruitt A, Dahodwala N (2014). Health literacy and medication awareness in outpatient neurology. Neurol Clin Pract, 4(1), 71-81. ()

    Review

    1. Choa R, Panaroni C, Bhatia R, Raje N (2023). It is worth the weight: obesity and the transition from monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance to multiple myeloma. [Review]. Blood Adv, 7(18), 5510-5523. ()