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Robert Zaiden, MD

Medical Oncologist

4.9 out of 5 stars 4.9 (1187)

Areas of Expertise Include:

  • NEW: Online doctor visits
  • Genitourinary Cancer and Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Digestive System Cancers
  • Bladder and Prostate Cancer
  • Brain and Spine Cancers
  • Blood Cancers

About the Doctor

Robert Zaiden, MD, is committed to leading-edge therapies for treating cancer. He has been directly involved in researching and developing medical treatment plans for digestive tract cancers. Dr. Zaiden is a passionate advocate of the multidisciplinary approach to patient care. His areas of expertise are:

From the Doctor

I was born in Belize, Central America, but moved to the U.S. for undergraduate studies in New Orleans after high school. In the course of my medical training, I have traveled extensively, even doing a year of clinical studies in Manchester, UK. This has given me a unique multicultural insight into my approach to patients. After completing medical school at St. Matthews, I moved to Jacksonville where I did my residency in internal medicine and fellowship in medical oncology at the University of Florida.

I take great pride in my personalized approach to patient care. For the majority of my patients, the diagnosis of cancer is the most devastating event they have faced. As such, I strive to be an advocate as we explore tailored treatment options together. I never forget that the trust placed in me is a privilege not to be taken for granted.

Giving back to the Jacksonville community that is also home to my wife and two beautiful daughters is important to me. As such, I have participated in the Test for Life telethon to raise awareness for colon cancer screening, as well as, prostate cancer awareness events. I also served as a mentor and advisor to young physicians contemplating careers in the field of medical oncology.

Specialties

  • Internal Medicine
  • Medical Oncology

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Medical School

    St. Matthew's University School of Medicine - West Bay, Cayman Islands,

    1999 - 2003

  • Residency

    University of Florida Health Science Center - ,

    2004 - 2007

  • ECGMG

    None - ,

    2003 -

  • Fellowship

    University of Florida Health Science Center - ,

    2005 - 2009

Hospital Affiliation

  • Baptist Medical Center South
  • Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville
  • Baptist Clay Medical Campus

Legal Practice Name

Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Physicians, Inc.