Experts in Esophageal Care

At Fred Hutch Cancer Center, our team of experts cares for people with esophageal cancer every day. Your Fred Hutch medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons and pathologists specialize in finding out the stage and specific features of your cancer. Together, they will design a custom treatment plan to get the best possible outcome for you.

Our experts offer all standard therapies for esophageal cancer at our Esophageal Cancer Specialty Clinic — the only one in the region. Patients also have access to advanced therapies being explored in clinical studies through Fred Hutch and UW Medicine. We know how to choose the right therapies for you and how to deliver them to give you the best chance at a full recovery. Our physicians and researchers also do clinical trials (also called clinical studies). Through these trials, we are able to offer you therapies that aren’t offered everywhere.

As part of our holistic approach, we’ll connect you with a group of world-class professionals for support, like registered dietitians, physical therapists and psychologists. We integrate supportive care services into your cancer treatment.

We know a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. Contact us for an appointment or second opinion.

Esophageal Cancer Information

Get the facts on esophageal cancer, from differences between types to treatment breakthroughs. Fred Hutch is here with expert care and support.

Esophageal Cancer Symptoms

Esophageal cancer symptoms can go undetected, especially in the early stages. Find out more about what to do if you have potential symptoms.

Esophageal Cancer Causes and Risk Factors

Find out ways you can help reduce your risk of esophageal cancer.

Testing and Diagnosis

There is no regular or routine screening test for esophageal cancer for people of average risk, but those with certain conditions may receive screening via endoscopy. Learn about testing options to protect your health.

Esophageal Cancer Types

There are two types of esophageal cancer, adenocarcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Learn more about each cancer type.

Esophageal Cancer Stages

Esophageal cancer stages describe how far esophageal cancer has spread. Learn more about each stage and why it matters in treatment planning.

Treatments and Therapies

Discover your esophageal cancer treatment options, including minimally invasive procedures, surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, as well as clinical trials at Fred Hutch.

Esophageal Cancer Research and Clinical Trials

Explore new breakthroughs from Fred Hutch researchers who are pioneering esophageal cancer treatments, clinical trials, early detection methods and more.

Esophageal Cancer Specialists at Fred Hutch

Meet your esophageal cancer care team at Fred Hutch, from medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons and pathologists to supportive care specialists, all dedicated to your treatment.

Locations for Esophageal Cancer Care

Find expert esophageal cancer care at Fred Hutch locations. Explore treatment options backed by compassionate, world-class oncology teams.

Why Choose Fred Hutch for Esophageal Cancer Care

At Fred Hutch, we combine compassionate care with innovative research to address the impact of cancer and infectious disease. We’re driven by the urgency of our patients, the hope of our community, and our passion for discovery to pursue scientific breakthroughs and healthier lives for every person.

Esophageal Cancer News

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10 years after proton therapy, an esophageal cancer patient is thriving How monitoring his health due to a family history of cancer led a patient to proton therapy and a ‘fantastic’ care team January 30, 2026
The Beam: Protons for esophageal cancers; benefits of mentorship among physicians; meet one of our patient care coordinators Dr. Jing Zeng shares benefits of protons for esophageal cancer; Drs. Annemarie Shepherd and Smith Apisarnthanarax talk about physician mentorship at Fred Hutch; meet PCC Erik Rummell March 27, 2025
Retired Seattle firefighter navigates esophageal cancer diagnosis and treatment with a positive attitude and family support ‘Even in the darkest moment, I remembered, there is only one way to go — forward’ June 20, 2024