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Dr. Vijay Goyal, MD

Dr. Vijay Goyal, MD

Medical Oncology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Vijay Goyal, MD is a medical oncologist in Rockford, IL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from DR M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY / CHRISTIAN MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1979. He is affiliated with Rochelle Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Mercyhealth Cancer Center–Rockford

2400 N Rockton Ave Rockford, IL 61103
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Goyal specializes in the area of Medical Oncology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Goyal's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Goyal

3.7
25 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 star
64%
64%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
0%
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2 star
4%
4%
1 star
28%
28%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 12, 2025
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I always feel like there is plenty of time, I feel listened to and not hurried. Nurses and doctor are all very caring
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 10, 2025
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All good.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 05, 2024
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Great experience!
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 31, 2024
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I have no complaints and feel I'm being heard and educated on the process of healing I'll be going thru and how to care for myself
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 07, 2024
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Dr. Goyal took time and really listened to me. Very kind and knowledgeable.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 30, 2024
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Doctor and physician assistant very helpful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 02, 2024
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I think Dr. Goyal is an excellent physician. He takes the time to review my blood work and lets me know the best course of action to take for my health problem.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 16, 2024
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At least pretend to care
I saw Dr. Goyal for the first, and last, time today. I waited almost an hour in an exam room for him. He then spent 60 seconds reviewing my chart and 30 seconds asking me a couple quick questions before scurrying out of the room and saying he’d see me in three months. Then he had the audacity to make notes in my chart about the extensive 20 minute face-to-face consultation that we had. LOL! I bet he didn’t spend a total of 20 minutes in the room with all of his patients today. If you’re too busy to spend time caring about my health, fine, I’ll find another doctor. But don’t fill my chart up with lies pretending you did something.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Seeking a New Dr. – Mar 21, 2023
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listened to concerns. was not pushy. gave very good advice. was definitely concerned about my health. has an excellent and friendly staff. put my cancer in remission.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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greg makley – Sep 08, 2020
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I am sure he is qualified, but I am very uncomfortable with his dirty office. And I have never seen him in a clean lab coat.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Apr 01, 2019
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My mom was in her mid 80's when she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. We talked with Dr. Goyal about options. He was precise, caring, and informative about the options that mom could use. He was realistic with mom and what she was facing. And when she told him she didn't want to pursue any surgery or chemo he was supportive of her decision. His office staff were caring and compassionate with mom.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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OH – Jul 31, 2018
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My sister in law was admitted to Lima Memorial hospital and was newly diagnosed with brain cancer and he was the doctor on call. It was on a Saturday morning and he refused to come and said he would come on Sunday and then NEVER came in to see her at all! How can you throw that on a patient and never talk with them or put your eyes on the patient. I would never have this doctor on any of my families case...what an unprofessional, non caring and loss of hope feeling that the pt had! Unbelievable!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Lima, OH – Jun 05, 2017
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I have had nothing but the best treatment from Dr Goyal. I have been to the best Dr's at Mayo and Cleveland Clinic and he and his staff have surpassed them,their staff and practices. Him and his quality staff have managed to extend my length of live and i am forever thankful and they managed to do so with the best and most professional manner thats out there! Not only a patient and Doctor,staff bond was made but a meaningful lifetime friendship,tho short for me. I highly reccomend Dr.Goyal
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mike and his Sister that goes with him! Lol in Van Wert, OH – Apr 16, 2017
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Very nice, knows what tests to run and knows where to send you for the best help. You don't have to wait for an appointment he will work you in when necessary. His staff are very nice and very helpful.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Van Wert, OH – Mar 12, 2017
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Dr. Goyal offered a great deal of misinformation about a family member's recent diagnosis, leading me to believe he had no idea what he was talking about and was unwilling to admit it, and then rudely interrupted me to answer his cell phone and abruptly left the room. I had to ask repeatedly for a referral to a more knowledgeable oncologist, and his staff mishandled the paperwork on several occasions, violating patient privacy and greatly slowing down the process.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Fredericktown, OH – Jul 21, 2016
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About Me

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I believe in compassionate care. I practice with sincerity and integrity to create meaningful relationships with patients and families. I provide comprehensive treatment while maintaining quality of life, and strongly feel that patients need to...read more
  • Medical Oncology

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  • Dr M.g.r. Medical University / Christian Medical College

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Medical Oncology
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Locations

Mercyhealth Cancer Center–Rockford

Mercyhealth Cancer Center–Rockford2400 N Rockton Ave Rockford, IL 61103
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Rochelle Community Hospital

    900 N 2nd St
    Rochelle, IL 61068

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    94%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    17% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

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