Dr. Ashutosh Lal, MD

Dr. Ashutosh Lal is an oncologist and hematologist who brings four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He completed his medical degree at Government Medical College Patiala and pursued his residency training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. With 41 years of experience treating blood disorders and cancer, Dr. Lal has developed specialized knowledge in complex hematological conditions. He is fluent in English and Spanish, enabling him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Lal practices at Children's Hospital Oakland and sees patients across multiple locations in Oakland, Walnut Creek, and San Francisco. He specializes in treating thalassemia, a genetic blood disorder, along with conditions like osteopenia and vitamin D deficiency. His practice includes performing essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and white blood cell differentials. Dr. Lal also conducts Rh antibodies screening to help ensure safe …blood transfusions and monitor blood compatibility for his patients.