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George Joy Kannarkat, MD

Cancer Care, Medical Oncology, Hematology/Oncology

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.8
Based on 383 ratings
Meet the Provider
George Joy Kannarkat, MD

About George Joy Kannarkat, MD

 

Dr. Kannarkat earned his medical degree from Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School in 2003. He subsequently completed his internal medicine residency and a hematology/medical oncology fellowship, both at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. He joined Riverside’s Peninsula Cancer Institute in 2009. Dr. Kannarkat is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine, medical oncology and hematology.

Within the continuously evolving and improving field of cancer care, Dr. Kannarkat finds it exciting to be able to help his patients by utilizing new treatments such as immunotherapy and targeted oral drugs. His areas of expertise include colorectal, breast, prostate and lung cancer, along with lymphoma, multiple myeloma and chronic leukemias.

A Virginia Beach native, Dr. Kannarkat enjoys tennis, cycling, hiking and boating. He and his wife, Dr. Melisha Bissram, a nephrologist at Riverside, have two children.

Education

Medical: University Of Medicine & Dentistry Of New Jersey
Internship: UVA Health Medical Center
Fellowship: University of Virginia Health System

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Hematology
American Board of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology
American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

Locations

Riverside Peninsula Cancer Institute and Infusion Center Newport News

12100 Warwick Boulevard, 201-B, Newport News, VA 23601

Get Directions And Drive Time

Phone

(757) 534-5555

Riverside Peninsula Cancer Institute and Infusion Center Gloucester

7544 Medical Drive, B-1, Gloucester, VA 23061

Get Directions And Drive Time

Phone

(804) 693-9037

Riverside Peninsula Cancer Institute and Infusion Center Williamsburg

120 Kings Way, 3100-A, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Get Directions And Drive Time

Phone

(757) 345-5724

Ratings & Reviews

Riverside Health is committed to exceptional quality, safety and service. All ratings and comments are obtained from patient survey data collected and verified by Press Ganey, an independent organization focused on improving patient experience. Star ratings are displayed for those physicians who participate in Riverside’s patient experience survey program through Press Ganey and have received a minimum of 30 surveys responses.

Overall Satisfaction
4.8
Based on 383 ratings
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May 25, 2025
He is the best!
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May 25, 2025
Doctor explained everything so I could understand
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May 22, 2025
For a new patient, I found that Dr. K took the time to study my background in detail, was keenly aware of my issues, and provided the best next steps.
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May 16, 2025
Everything was great
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May 08, 2025
Exceptional service
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May 03, 2025
Dr K is one of the kindest, caring, knowledge doctor I have ever seen. Since the first time I saw him he was amazingly kind and caring. He eased my fears about my cancer treatment/ diagnosis. Every question or concern I had he answered so I understood clearly. He never rushed. He is the best!
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May 03, 2025
I would follow Dr. Kannarkat ANYWHERE!!! Dr. K has been so good to me. He cares about my health and he shows it. He listens to me and gives me his best advice. He cares about my health and he shows it. I trust Dr. K and I know that he will do all he can to make sure my health is at it's best and keep me alive. I am grateful for him and his staff everyday. Dr. K is the best! I always tell people about Dr. K and how AMAZING he is and the AMAZING care he gives me. So grateful!
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May 01, 2025
Dr. K is great. He listens, ask pertinent questions and he makes you feel very comfortable. He has made my condition top priority and that makes be feel at ease.
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May 01, 2025
Cancer is scary. They put you at ease. They listen and answer my questions.
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April 30, 2025
Dr Kannarkat is the very best I look forward to my visits
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April 27, 2025
Good
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April 18, 2025
Dr. Kannarkat is very open and informative.
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April 16, 2025
Very knowledgeable.
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March 26, 2025
Dr. K spent almost an hour with me. He was VERY thorough, gave very clear explanations and presented options.
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March 22, 2025
Doctor Kannarkat is simply amazing
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March 21, 2025
Felt like I was just a number.
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March 06, 2025
[...] and doctor were great.
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February 23, 2025
Very professional
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February 19, 2025
Dr K is an excellent doctor
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February 12, 2025
This doctor is one of the best
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