Bobby Chawla, DO

Bobby Chawla, DO

Medical Oncology

Provider Groups

  • Saint Alphonsus Medical Group

Primary Contact

(208) 367-3131

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Medical Oncology

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Saint Alphonsus Medical Oncology Caldwell

3123 Medical Dr
Ste B
Caldwell, ID 83605

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Saint Alphonsus Medical Oncology Caldwell

Saint Alphonsus Cancer Institute

1055 N Curtis Rd
Boise, ID 83706

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Monday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Friday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Saint Alphonsus Cancer Institute

Saint Alphonsus Cancer Institute - Nampa

4400 E Flamingo Ave
Ste 130
Nampa, ID 83687

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Saint Alphonsus Cancer Institute - Nampa

About

Philosophy of Care

As a physician it is an honor to work with my patients to not only improve their health, treat disease and increase the quality of their lives, but also to become a part of their lives. It is important to me that my patients fully understand their diagnoses and treatments, as well as feel that they have a healthcare partner who compassionately listens to their unique needs.

In the Media

Read Dr. Chawla's article about Prostate Cancer and learn what causes it, and how it's treated.




Conditions Treated

  • Rehabilitation services
  • Nutritional counseling
  • Nurse navigators
  • Music, art, yoga and exercise therapy
  • Medical Oncology
  • Immunotherapy
  • Hormonal therapy
  • High-risk breast cancer clinic
  • Collaboration and integration with surgical specialists
  • CLIMB's child & family support program
  • Chemotherapy
  • Biotherapy
  • Advanced clinical trials
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Education & Certifications

Education

Residency:
Presence Saint Joseph Hospital

Medical School:
Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine

Fellowship:
West Virginia University- Office of Graduate Education & Life

Board Certifications

Medical Oncology, Board Certified

Hematology, Board Certified

Provider Groups

Saint Alphonsus Medical Group

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(471 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

211 Reviews

07/24/2026

Muy bien

07/24/2026

Bobby Chawla listens and explains! He is aware of my concerns and provides me with plan options for treatment with the latest methods of care. He shows his obvious concern for me and my family by sharing and explaining. He takes the time we need to understand options. His support staff show expertise and compassion the same way Dr. Chawla does.

07/23/2026

Muy gracioso

07/21/2026

The. Best

07/17/2026

I found Dr Chawla’s professionalism a relief ad we discussed my cancer, progress, next steps and what the best course would be. I really liked the options presented as we discussed the most beneficial.

07/16/2026

Dr. Chawla always listens and asks the right questions. He takes time to make one feel heard, and he knows his craft.

07/16/2026

I hope he remains in Idaho as my oncologist!

07/15/2026

Very.Good

07/15/2026

Very knowledgeable and caring about my health needs.

07/14/2026

Always friendly and kind very knowledgeable

07/14/2026

Good

07/13/2026

Friendly, humorous, very knowledgable and competent, low key and very willing to explain any and every thing.

07/13/2026

Very knowledgeable with excellent personality!!

07/07/2026

Dr Chawla is an outstanding doctor, he truly cares for the patient personally and professionally. I am in the very best hands with him. Thank You!

07/07/2026

Listened to me.

07/03/2026

Always caring listens to all my concerns. I am truly blessed to have him as my Dr.

07/02/2026

Dr. Chawla is very helpful and informing.

07/01/2026

Please don't ever lose him. Amazing provider for St. Al's.

07/01/2026

I never feel rushed in my appointments. He makes sure that any concerns I have are addressed, thoughtfully, clearly, and effectively. I also appreciate his gentle humor :-)

06/25/2026

He walked thru each treatment plan.

06/22/2026

Everybody there is very professional and very friendly. I have been going. I’ve been going there for a while and I’ve got to know everybody and they treat me like family.

06/19/2026

I am very Pleased with my care provided by Dr. Chawla

06/19/2026

He's an excellent doctor with great passion for his patients. He is what makes St. Als great.

06/19/2026

Great dr he has never given up on me.

06/16/2026

He's the best. Kind godly He answers questions I can understand He's very patient.

06/16/2026

Feel heard and cared for.

06/08/2026

He is great. Very compassionate and very knowledgeable. You always feel you are taken seriously and care for

06/05/2026

He was informative and did not rush us.

06/04/2026

We feel like he's family! There are almost always personal stories re medicine and history that are interesting.

06/02/2026

I would highly recommend him.

06/01/2026

I would recommend him to my family or friends with the most backing of him i could he is very on top of ur history and keeps u in the loop of ur treatments

05/29/2026

Very friendly and helpful. He is caring and informative. I am very confident with him

05/28/2026

He is very interested and will explain things

05/28/2026

My husband and I can’t say enough good about Dr. Chawla. He listens, he explains and is amazingly knowledgeable. He takes excellent care of us and we are so grateful to have him as our Oncologist.

05/28/2026

Unfortunately I had to wait 46 min past our scheduled appointment.

05/26/2026

He is amazing and also his staff.

05/13/2026

I appreciate Dr Chawla's professionalism and expertise, and happily recommend him and your staff!!

05/12/2026

I have confidence in him

05/08/2026

He's the best.

05/07/2026

He's a very upbeat person in a job that could make it downbeat in a hurry.

05/04/2026

Dr. Chawla is a phenomenal physician, he takes the time to listen and explain exactly what is going on and the way treatment will be administered. The entire Team is fantastic from the time you arrive until you leave.

05/01/2026

Great job

04/29/2026

Dr Chawla listens to me and is very caring about my medical condition. He explains things in a way I understand them. He always makes sure to answer any questions I may have.

04/29/2026

This doctor has always showing me that he cares that he listens that he is treating the whole person for whatever’s bothering me always answers questions always takes time and everyone is Office seems like they care.

04/25/2026

Excellent

04/24/2026

Well we just meet the one time, we are starting off on the right foot.

04/23/2026

5 star

04/23/2026

Chawla Bobby is the best doctors....

04/22/2026

Everyone is friendly and very nice

04/22/2026

Love Dr Chawla! Very personable and extremely happy I got him to help me through my cancer treatments

04/21/2026

enjoy his personality

04/21/2026

I can't imagine fighting this cancer battle without Bobby Chawla!!

04/21/2026

Humor is always good medicine!

04/20/2026

When people use the term “medical care”, this is it. Everyone makes me feel cared for in every way.

04/20/2026

Could not ask for a better Doctor.

04/20/2026

Very good.

04/16/2026

Answers questions, listens

04/15/2026

Great bedside manners—sense of humor-very intelligent-caring

04/14/2026

This was my first meeting and I found the doctor to be very knowledgeable, courteous and straight forward.

04/13/2026

Love this doctor!!

04/13/2026

None

04/13/2026

great jokes

04/13/2026

knowledgable, funny, warm

04/10/2026

One word. Excellent!!

04/10/2026

I feel lucky to have Chawla taking care of me.

04/09/2026

Straightforward, knowledgeable, listens and provides answers . Sense of humor. I highly recommend Dr Chawla and anticipate my choices and explanation on treatments.

04/07/2026

I liked his straightforward approach , his demeanor , and how he handled my reluctance to chemo and explained how treatment has changed based on the individual.

04/06/2026

What can I say about Dr Chawla, he’s the BEST.. he guided me thought and beyond…. my realization “I have cancer.” cancer education, issues of lifestyle change, various treatments including chemotherapy, commitment to longterm health goals leading to remission. Now in our third year relationship I’d like to think Dr Chawla a friend as much as my doctor. What’s better than the best. I’m at a loss for words. I couldn’t be more pleased with my entire experience as his patient. Same goes for the entire Cancer Center Staff.

04/01/2026

He really knows his patients. He gets to know your personality and knows when there’s something up and will ask you if you’re OK.

04/01/2026

Wonderful and knowledgeable

03/21/2026

Always a pleasure..Intellect with humor

03/18/2026

I also like his sense of humor.

03/18/2026

He made me feel much more at ease with my diagnosis. The staff was very professional and friendly was a very good experience.

03/17/2026

Dr. Chawla is very good at what he does.

03/16/2026

A wonderful doctor. Truly cares about the patient.

03/16/2026

Intellect with humor......

03/13/2026

Doctor was delayed and I had to wait for my consultation, but he was apologetic and explained why that had happened. I had no issues waiting but still the apology was appreciated.

03/13/2026

Great doctor who cares about patients.

03/12/2026

Dr. Chalwa is one of a kind. He truly knows his craft, and he has assembled a team of professionals who are second to none. He is caring, and knowledgeable, and incredibly thorough, using all of the test and technology to provide individual care. I trust him and his team, and until I met them, I was feeling as if I were facing this diagnosis all alone. I am much more confident about my treatment now, thanks to this amazing doctor.

03/10/2026

I feel so seen, heard and cared for every visit and throughout my care

03/10/2026

I am always a little concern about my diagnosis and Dr.Chawla always puts me at ease and helps me know that I can handle this.

03/06/2026

He is a good listener. Keeps me up to date on treatment and what's next.

03/06/2026

All good!

03/05/2026

Wonderful DO, great personalty

03/05/2026

We together go over test results. Treatment is reviewed, and , we go over next steps.

03/04/2026

Dr Chawla was very positive and [name] left with a new and positive feeling about the treatment that he may need after surgery.

03/03/2026

He makes me feel at ease

03/02/2026

My doctor is great I am still alive because of him

02/25/2026

He’s the best!!

02/24/2026

I feel very fortunate to have been paired with Dr. Chawla for my cancer care. He is very knowledgeable and professional. Also, he runs a great caring team. It could not have been a better experience.

02/19/2026

Trusted expertise in a wide range of areas of medical concern.

02/18/2026

Dr Chawla is amazing, kind, intelligent, professional and personal. He put us at ease, provided exceptional insight into what to expect. He really listened and answered all of our questions.

02/17/2026

Dr chawla definitely knows his field! 👍👍WAY UP!!

02/14/2026

Dr Chawla has an excellent understanding of his speciality and is happy to listen to his patient's concerns.

02/13/2026

DR chawla gets 👍👍!

02/11/2026

Very good dr

02/11/2026

Very knowledgeable and helpful doctor

02/10/2026

He is very good at what he does.

02/04/2026

Dr Chawla is very personable and caring. He really takes the time with you, the patient.

01/30/2026

Can’t recommend him enough!

01/23/2026

Awesome doctor, staff and facility.

01/23/2026

He is fantastic, I love Dr. Chawla!

01/23/2026

Dr. Chawla has always been very kind and thorough.

01/22/2026

Dr. Chawla is the most caring & knowledgeable Physician I've ever met! I'm so grateful to be under his Care and thankful for his amazing Team!

01/22/2026

My husband and I call him Dr. Sunshine. He makes our day every time we have an appointment with him. Wonderful man who always makes us feel like we matter. Thank you Dr. Chawla.

01/22/2026

Dr Chawla is the best!!❤️

01/21/2026

From the start, he's been there for me in a professional and caring manner!

01/21/2026

Doc was extremely knowledgeable of my case and was very informative and I felt he took a genuine interest in my well being

01/16/2026

he is good about making sure we understand what he is telling us

01/15/2026

Always good to see doctor and get positive uplifting talks

01/15/2026

Very good

01/13/2026

Dr. Chawla provided excellent care and his team is very supportive.

01/10/2026

Awesome Doctor very caring and honest

01/09/2026

Always listens to my concerns.

01/08/2026

Dr. Chawla is honest about your diagnosis and very caring

01/06/2026

Keep doing what you are doing!!

12/22/2025

was my first visit.

12/19/2025

It's always a pleasure seeing Dr. Chawla as long as he's giving us good news.

12/18/2025

The best Dr I wouldn't trade him for the world he knows his stuff

12/18/2025

Productive

12/18/2025

Dr. Chawla is highly skilled and knowledgeable. He is straight forward and honest in discussing my health situation. I feel free to ask him any question, he takes time to listen and respond satisfactorily.

12/17/2025

Having breast cancer at 81, I was sooo shocked! But I needed only 4 treatments and was blessed with kind people who helped me through my treatments

12/17/2025

Dr is a great guy and listens to me and i listen to him

12/17/2025

When my daughter, my husband and I were done talking with Dr. Chawla, we felt certain my care from Dr. Chawla would be efficient and thorough.

12/17/2025

Great doctor

12/16/2025

Always understanding and positive

12/12/2025

Wait time between blood draw and seeing provider was horrible. Too many patients seeing too few providers

12/11/2025

Great care

12/11/2025

Time spent with Dr Chawla was well spent. The information received was valuable.

12/11/2025

Very good visit

12/09/2025

Dr. Chawla not only handled my medical needs but his demeanor and insight picked up my mental game when I needed it. He’s a 12 out of 10

12/08/2025

I really like the treatment I got at Dr. Chawlas office. It’s very scary to have to see a cancer doctor, but he is so kind and puts you right at ease.

12/08/2025

I have been to this office two times, and both have been pleasant visits.

12/01/2025

Thank you for taking time to make sure my needs were met with regard to my physical, emotional and mental well-being. I appreciate sharing ct scan results with me and my wife.

12/01/2025

He's good about explaining things.

11/19/2025

PROFESSIONAL!!!!

11/19/2025

Great dr wonderful help with answering my questions. Very concerned about my condition and how I was feeling I give him top marks.

11/19/2025

He is very caring and explained thing clearly.

11/18/2025

Thank you and your team for all you do for the health service for your patients!!

11/07/2025

Dr Chawla is one of my favorite doctors!! He is amazing. He has the time to spend with his patients. Answers all questions and is very courteous.

11/06/2025

Dr. Chawla is always researching and looking for ways to improve my health situation with mesothelioma. I have complete confidence in him as my doctor.

11/05/2025

We did not cover th complete list of questions we had.

10/30/2025

I’m thankful he is my oncologist, I have other Dr at st Luke’s who were wound care specialists and did not know how to treat my wound which is going on 1 1/2 years, the work Bobby and his team has been over and above what I expected!!! They care!!!!!!

10/30/2025

It’s never fun to be faced with any type of oncology experience. It is a great relief when the staff and Dr. truly care for you as the patient!

10/29/2025

I appreciate my interaction with Dr. Chawla

10/28/2025

He's very thorough in providing the care I need and has a friendly personality.

10/23/2025

Good. Caring. Professional

10/21/2025

He is great and really cares about what is going on with his patients

10/17/2025

Very good listener, kind references when disagreeing, thorough.

10/16/2025

No problem

10/15/2025

Dr Chawla explained everything clearly and answered all our questions.Thanks :)

10/15/2025

Kind, caring, great sense of humor. He is the way doctors should be.

10/15/2025

Down to earth and communicates on a personable level.

10/10/2025

I believe I have the best care with Dr, Chwala,

10/09/2025

Awesome doctor

10/09/2025

Dr. Chawla was informative, polite,

10/08/2025

He is funny caring and honest makes you feeling less anxious about your diagnosis always makes sure you understand everything and always takes is time with you. He is great

10/08/2025

Dr always treats me with respect

10/06/2025

He and his team are always knowledgeable, kind pleasant and timely.

10/04/2025

Positive and reinforcing in his care.

10/03/2025

Very positive first meeting with Dr. Chawla.

10/02/2025

Great dedication to staff, and patients.

09/30/2025

he is wonderful

09/26/2025

Thank you so much.

09/24/2025

I genuinely appreciate Dr Chawla for being a professional caring person.

09/23/2025

Dr Chawla treats you as an individual. He respects the fact that you can understand what is being done and the methods used . He is always pleasant and easy to converse with

09/18/2025

Dr. Chawla is an excelent doctor

09/17/2025

Grasias por la atención y estoy en muy buenas manos

09/16/2025

I have even seei g Dr Chawla now for over six years. He is always very good.Greatly appreciated.

09/16/2025

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09/15/2025

He helps lighten the load with his humor.

09/11/2025

Dr, Chawla is very knowledgeable and made me feel very comfortable. I know I will get great care from him and the staff .

09/11/2025

Very professional very caring get things done. Truly a wonderful person and a caring professional doctor.

09/11/2025

Dr Chawla has been straightforward in my treatment and that helps me to understand what is going on with my cancer and treatments.

08/31/2025

Excelente Doctor muy bueno lo recomiendo uno de los mejores

08/16/2025

Very caring. Informative. Listens. Thorough and positive.

08/15/2025

The whole office doctor staff receptionists blood takers were courteous and highly professional. Everyone has their roles down to a tee. Couldn't ask for more.

07/14/2025

He is awesome very caring but very honest

07/12/2025

Dr. Chawla is knowledgeable and helpful in all possible ways. This is not exactly a fun experience, but he makes it much more manageable navigating the cancer journey.

07/11/2025

We are so thankful for Dr Chawla; we feel we are heard, and he gives us his best advice , but still room to make our own decisions, we always feel so comfortable with our appointments with Dr Chawla..

07/01/2025

Great doctor. Very knowledgeable and relates that to his patients. Has sense of humor, not overbearing, but enough to put you at ease .

06/21/2025

Great, caring, knowledgeable doctor. Very blessed that he took care of me during my cancer treatment

06/07/2025

Great listener, explains everything well, very concerned about your comfort and dealing with any and all side effects from treatment.

05/10/2025

Dr Chawla is a compassionate and thorough Oncologist. I am so thankful I found him at St Als Cancer Clinic in Nampa. He and all his professional team are amazing!!

05/09/2025

Outstanding Oncologist. With a great style of communication. He makes you feel very comfortable and explains things in a way you can understand. I would highly recommend him, doctor Chawla! we are very lucky to have such a qualified physician in the treasure Valley in Idaho

04/25/2025

Doctor Bobby Chawla he is the best ever...

04/25/2025

The best. Listens and reacts to needs rapidly.

04/21/2025

Very good

04/18/2025

Dr.Charla is very thorough and professional. He’s very concerned about me as a patient.

03/09/2025

Dr. Chawla is so personable. We enjoyed talking to him and are very glad he is our doctor. We feel confident in his care.

03/07/2025

Dr Chawla is the greatest. Caring, kind and funny!!!

03/07/2025

WE have the greatest in Dr. Chawla. He is the BEST!

02/28/2025

Always goes the extra step, concerned and willing to explain everything about your treatment options.

02/26/2025

Dr. Chawla answers my questions, explains everything well

02/11/2025

DR Chawla is an amazing DR. And person his main priority is to make you better. He has a way of making you feel comfortable and that in turn allows you to trust that he is doing his very best for you. He sees you and you matter.

01/09/2025

Dr Chawla has been my Doctor for 6 years He is the best Hope he remains my Doctor in the future

12/27/2024

Excellent overall care and treatment. Very well known and respected.

12/25/2024

It was easy and fine.

12/12/2024

Was very pleased with the care he took to explain things to me and to schedule the other tests that needed to be completed.

12/12/2024

Dr.Chawla is great very easy to talk to listens to you very caring and honest with you.

12/11/2024

Dr Chawla is very friendly, compassionate, and thorough. I am so thankful for all he does.

11/19/2024

Pleasant, timely event

10/29/2024

Dr Chawla is great very caring and open with your diagnosis. I really like him as well as the staff

10/25/2024

Excellent, Dr. Chawla is a very good communicator.

10/22/2024

FANTASTIC

09/29/2024

Dr. Chawla is caring, informative, kind, and relaxing.

09/17/2024

Very honest and up front.

09/05/2024

Best dr ever

09/04/2024

He had a wonderful bedside manner Read my chart before I got there was very noticeable

04/24/2024

Dr. Chawla is always friendly and greets me with a smile . I feel that he is extremely knowledgeable and shares his knowledge with the patient and significant others. He plans his care in advance and listens to the patient, taking our wishes into account.

04/18/2024

Super guy, really thorough, careful, and he really knows his stuff. I have rarely been as comfortable as I am with him and his staff.
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