Dr. Wallace Lovell Akerley III, MD

Dr. Wallace Akerley specializes in oncology and hematology, bringing four and a half decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, establishing a strong foundation for his distinguished career in cancer care. His extensive experience spans 45 years of dedicated service to patients facing complex oncologic and hematologic conditions. Dr. Akerley is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, enabling him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Akerley practices at two premier healthcare facilities in Salt Lake City, Utah: the Huntsman Cancer Hospital and University of Utah Hospital. His clinical focus centers on treating lung cancer and non-small cell lung cancer, along with managing interstitial lung disease. These areas of expertise allow him to provide comprehensive care for patients with serious respiratory and oncologic conditions. Patients consistently recognize his exceptional …care, rating him 5.0 out of 5 on Vitals.