About

About Me

Dr. Tyler H. Buckley is a Medical Oncologist/Hematologist based in Lewiston, Idaho, and is affiliated with St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He graduated from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and has been practicing medicine for 9 years.

As a Board Certified Medical Oncologist, Dr. Tyler H. Buckley specializes in the diagnosis, staging, and treatment of various types of cancer. He employs diagnostic tools such as tissue and liquid biopsies, radiologic studies, along with genetic and molecular profiling to create a precise, personalized cancer management plan. He directs the use of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies to treat numerous cancers. He also collaborates closely with surgical and radiation oncologists for a multi-disciplinary approach to cancer care.

As a Board Certified Hematologist, Dr. Tyler H. Buckley has advanced training and skills in diagnosing, treating, and/or preventing blood diseases and cancers. He diagnoses and treats blood cancers such as Hodgkins, non-Hodgkins lymphomas, leukemias, plasma cell disorders such as myeloma, and bone marrow failure syndrome. He additionally specializes in the treatment and prevention of blood clotting and bleeding disorders, anemias including iron deficiency, and myeloproliferative disorders.

Hematology & Oncology

Hematology & Oncology includes diagnosing, treating, and preventing blood diseases and cancers. Hematologists & Oncologists treat various conditions and diseases, including solid tumors, hematologic cancers, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, and leukemias. Hematologists and Oncologists order, interpret, and oversee a wide variety of medical tests, procedures, and treatments such as bone marrow biopsies, cancer genome sequencing, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and molecularly targeted therapy for a personalized medicine approach.

Dr. Tyler H. Buckley has a degree in allopathic medicine and is additionally trained, and Board Certified as an Internal Medicine specialist. In total, he is triple certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Internal Medicine.

Among his interests and many fields of specialty are:

Medical Oncology

Malignant Hematology

Benign Hematology

Prostate cancer research

Biliary Tract cancer research

Clinical Trial design, enrollment, and administration

Early phase trial design

Investigational Cancer Therapeutics

Palliative care of cancer patients

Medical care to underserved communities

Innovation and Equity in health care delivery

Community education for cancer prevention and treatment

Healthy lifestyle: Nutrition and Exercise for those suffering with and surviving cancer

Understanding how communities can help prevent and treat cancer

Continuing medical education

Delivering cancer treatment education and development to community physicians

Minimizing life impact from cancer treatments

Education and Credentials

Dr. Buckley graduated Cum Laude (undergraduate) and was an honors graduate from Medical School. After that, he was named resident of the year. His educational background includes:

Fellowship, University of Michigan, Rogel Cancer Center

Bench Research, University of Michigan Health System

Residency, University of Utah Health and Huntsman Cancer Institute

Internship, University of Utah Health

University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Medicine Medical School

A dedicated cancer specialist, Dr. Buckley’s Certifications & Licensure include:

American Board of Internal Medicine

Certified in Internal Medicine

American Board of Internal Medicine

Certified in Hematology

American Board of Internal Medicine

Certified in Medical Oncology

UT State Medical License - active through 2018

MI State Medical License - active through 2020

WA State Medical License - active through 2022

ID State Medical License - Active through 2023

Peer reviewed publisher in cancer journals

Abstract presenter at national cancer conferences

Board certified Internal Medicine MD 2017 - current

Board Certified Oncology Physician 2020 - current

Board Certified Hematology 2020 - current

Peer reviewed publications in Prostate cancer research

Medical Oncologist serving rural Pacific northwest 2019 - present

Among the professional memberships held by Dr. Buckley is the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), the American Society of Hematology (ASH), and the American Medical Association (AMA). His current hospital affiliations include St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Lewiston, Idaho.

What is Palliative Care?

Palliative Care is care meant to improve the quality of life for patients with a life-threatening or serious disease such as cancer. It addresses the whole person and not just the disease. Since it is important to address the causes and side-effects of any disease as soon as possible, this includes any psychological, spiritual, or social problems. Palliative care can be provided in a hospital, outpatient clinic, long-term care facility, or at home by a licensed healthcare provider. Palliative care is available to anyone, regardless of age or stage.

To make a patient feel better, many of the same treatments used to treat cancer can be used for palliative treatment. Radiation therapy or chemotherapy may slow down the growth of tumors causing pain. Surgery may also be used to remove a tumor that presses on nerves or causes pain.

Palliative care specialists often work in a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, doctors, pharmacists, and registered dieticians. They also might be chaplains or psychologists. To manage the care of a person and ensure the highest quality of their life, the palliative care team collaborates with the oncology team.

Palliative care specialists can also help caregivers, encourage communication between health care professionals, and facilitate discussions that focus on patient care goals.

Other Activities

Tyler Buckley is an avid skier, mountaineer, and nature conservationist, a lover of everything outdoors that is a part of his beloved Pacific Northwest. He is also passionate about hiking, weightlifting, fishing, dogs, and even cooking.