Veli Bakalov, MD

4.68 out of 5 (65 ratings, 14 reviews)
Ratings and Reviews

Departments

Cooper University Health Care Titles

  • Hematologist/Medical Oncologist

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Titles

  • Assistant Professor of Medicine

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine - General)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine (Hematology)

Other Languages

Turkish, Ukrainian, Russian, Crimean Tatar

Professional Type

Cooper University Physician

NPI

1184156622

Education & Training

Medical SchoolOndokuz Mayis University, School of Medicine, Turkey
ResidencyInternal Medicine - Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, PA
FellowshipHematology and Medical Oncology - Allegheny Health Network Cancer Institute, Pittsburgh, PA
FellowshipResearch Fellowship - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA

Publications

Jayakrishnan T, Haag A, Mealy S, Minich C, Attah A, Turk M, Alrifai N, Alhuneafat L, Khoury F, Nasrullah A, Wedgeworth P, Mosley M, Vashistha K, Bakalov V, Chaturvedi A, Sangli S. Novel Coronavirus Infection (COVID-19) Related Thrombotic and Bleeding Complications in Critically Ill Patients: Experience from an Academic Medical Center. J Clin Med. 2021 Nov 30;10(23):5652. doi: 10.3390/jcm10235652. PMID: 34884354; PMCID: PMC8658413.

Jayakrishnan T, Nasrullah A, Wedgeworth P, Mosley M, Haag A, Vashistha K, Mealy S, Khoury F, Bakalov V, Chaturvedi A, Manzi S, Kapetanos A. Admission Characteristics and Mortality Risk Among Patients Hospitalized with COVID-19. Infect Dis Clin Pract (Baltim Md). 2021 Sep;29(5):e332-e333. doi: 10.1097/IPC.0000000000001050. Epub 2021 Jun 25. PMID: 34539167; PMCID: PMC8436812.

Nasrullah A, Jayakrishnan T, Wedgeworth P, Mosley M, Vashistha K, Haag A, Bakalov V, Chaturvedi A, Manzi S, Kapetanos A. Characteristics and Outcomes of COVID-19 Patients Admitted to Intensive Care Units in a Large Health System in Western Pennsylvania. Cureus. 2021 Jul 22;13(7):e16552. doi: 10.7759/cureus.16552. PMID: 34430159; PMCID: PMC8379706.

Shaikh PM, Singh SA, Alite F, Vargo JA, Emami B, Wu MJ, Jacobson G, Bakalov V, Small W Jr, Dahshan B, Weir J, Renz PB, Harkenrider MM. Radiation Toxicity in Patients With Collagen Vascular Disease: A Meta-Analysis of Case-Control Studies. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 2021 Dec 1;111(5):1214-1226. doi: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2021.08.006. Epub 2021 Aug 19. PMID: 34418468.

Bakalov V, Jayakrishnan TT, Abel S, Hilton C, Rusia B, Wegner RE. The use of adjuvant radiation therapy in male breast cancer and its impact on outcomes. Cancer Treat Res Commun. 2021;27:100359. doi: 10.1016/j.ctarc.2021.100359. Epub 2021 Mar 22. PMID: 33812181.

Ratings and Reviews

Ratings and reviews come from patient responses to health care provider-related questions on the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CG-CAHPS) Patient Experience Survey that Cooper sends to patients after outpatient office visits.  Learn more about our survey and how ratings are calculated >>

Overall Rating

4.68 out of 5 (65 ratings, 14 reviews)
Apr 12, 2025
Dr. Bakolov is a very good doctor.
Apr 12, 2025
I felt Dr Bakalov was very reassuring regarding my health issues.
Apr 12, 2025
A good experience. Everyone is pleasant and knowledgeable
Mar 12, 2025
Excellent service, they treated me very well.
Mar 12, 2025
Goes over everything in detail and reviews plan of care going forward.
Mar 12, 2025
You did very good.
Mar 12, 2025
I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the care I've received at Dr. Bakalov's office. From the moment I walk in, I am greeted by a friendly and professional staff who treat me like I am the only patient in the office. Dr. Bakalov's professionalism is extraordinary. He is attentive, patient, and genuinely cares about his patients' well-being. His bedside manners are exceptional; he takes the time to listen and makes me feel valued not just as a patient but as a person. What truly stands out is how he has a unique ability to calm my nerves and reassure me, making me feel that everything is going to be okay. It's evident that he is dedicated to providing not just medical care but also emotional support. I highly recommend Dr. Bakalov and his wonderful staff to anyone seeking compassionate and professional care. Thank you for everything! I am forever grateful!
Mar 12, 2025
Great staff!!!! Treated with alot of smiles,respect and made sure that I was comfortable and treated me with the most kindness. Very grateful in all the compassion the staff presents,and always makes sure my needs are met. Can't say thank you enough.
Feb 12, 2025
Very satisfied with every aspect so far. No problems
Feb 12, 2025
just that, I have no complains about it ! !