Dayra Avila-Lima, MD

Dr. Avila-Lima is very knowledgeable, informative and personable. It has been a pleasure to get to know her and have her handle my treatment. She is very patient and understanding and answered all questions I may have had. I feel very lucky to have had her as my doctor.

I love love the two ladies at front desk ! Always acknowledge myself and husband by name. They are always smiling! My Dr Avila-Lima is my life coach literally! She doesn’t leave any stone unturned. She knows my body better than myself. I trust her and the knowledge she has! I can’t say enough! Her PA Callie is no different. She always answers me back sometimes in minutes but always within an hr. We are attached at the hip! I have never any doubt whether I see Dr Lima or Callie they are one and the same!

Great guidance, information, sensieivity to long distance patients needs and concerns, help with housing for long distance patients, information access.

Good Morning, I love everything about my care because of my doctor and nurses who answered every question with honesty. If they didn’t know the answer they made sure before I left they had the answer. We don’t always know the answer to every question but be honest about it. It’s only one person that knows everything🙌🏾

The professionalism, the compassion of caring making you feel comfortable

Professional staff, openness and patience with patients

The friendliness and professionalism of the staff.

Dr. Lima: She listened to my concerns and addressed each one. I felt heard after feeling like no one was listening and feeling like you have no other options. I left feeling like I finally have some choices I can make for my body. Dr Lima gave me case study information regarding my concerns to read and educate myself in order to make the best decision for me. I truly, thank her for the time she spent with me. We need more Doctors like her.

My gratitude for Dr Avila-Lima continues. She is an extraordinary provider in that she is fully present in the appointment, she is always well-prepared, she is thorough is reviewing information, imaging and never skips the clinical exam. Her care for the patient is authentic. Dr Avila-Lima’s team also demonstrates a work ethic of care, concern and responsiveness following the example she sets. Thank you!

Wonderful care!!

Doctor and staff spent time answering questions and discussing treatment. Easy to communicate with when have questions.

I have the best Oncologist in Dr. Avila-Lima. She is caring, friendly and wants the best outcome for me. She feels like family.

The wonderful care and knowledge provided by my medical care team. All employees are so kind and caring and the medical attention provided by Dr. Avila-Lima is more than I could have imagined. Excellent in every way.

Your doctors and staff treat you with the most genuine care and concern. I have not ever been treated poorly.

Kind, knowledgeable staff that really listened to me

I love everyone there. From the front desk greeters to the floor check in staff, to the MAs, and the most caring doctors ever! Dr Avila-Lima is the absolute best. As is Dr [last name] and her staff in radiation!!! I have cried on both of their shoulders and they’ve prayed with me and encouraged me through the most difficult time of my life!!!

The kind and compassionate people we met at every stage of the visit. From the front desk reception, to the nurses, navigator, and doctors. I felt heard. All of my questions were answered.

Personal interactions with the doctor

Everyone at MD Anderson is so friendly and helpful. The entire staff from the time you come through the door all the way from appointments, scheduling, check in, check out and any staff you meet, it shows they are there for the right reasons. Their compassion and understanding is second to none. They are wonderful people with the biggest hearts. Thank you to everyone. This journey took me from start to now and through to the end with a team of workers who all work so very well together. I have never been so comfortable with my doctors and their advice guiding me through my surgery. Dr. [last name] is an excellant surogeon, follow up doctor Dr. Lima gave me all my options and explained everything so well and no pressure. Kristiana was great with pre procedure and finding the answers for my many questions, Amanda was great at keeping me up to date with my scheduling for surgery.Dr [last name] is my follow up care. She is sunshine on a cloudy day. So caring and understanding. Even when she is busy, she takes time with all my needs. I am so happy she will be advising me going forward for the next couple years! You are all the very best of the best. Thank you.

Everyone is very professional and friendly. When I first came to check in, the attendant could tell I was upset. She asked "Can I give you a hug"? She hugged me and said "You're going to be ok." That was the start. From that moment on, Everyone was just Great! I was nervous and scared when I walked in, but felt Sooooooo much better when I left! Thank you!

Dr. Lima is a great doctor. Very friendly sweet. Highly recommend her

Took time to go over the results. Took time to explain options and side effects or the possible outcomes of taking/not taking a treatment.

Kind Helpful Caregivers.

When I met Dr Avila-Lima, she stated she had reviewed my chart the previous day which was impressive. Dr Avila-Lima listened to me about all the side effects that occurred with the medications I was previously prescribed by another MD. She did not rush the appointment. She prescribed another medicine, and wants to follow up with me in 6 weeks to see how I am tolerating the new med. I would definitely recommend her to anyone seeking breast cancer care.

Every thing 👌

Took time with me & everyone was kind and Compassionate

The doctors were very attentive and talked to us and not at us.

The staff are very professional and friendly with a caring attitude towards the patient. Dr. Lima is the best!

Friendly and attentive.

Everyone is so professional and knowledgeable. The positive vibes are evident everywhere. I am very pleased with MD Anderson.