Experts in Thyroid Cancer Care

At Fred Hutch Cancer Center, our team of experts cares for people with thyroid cancer every day. Thyroid cancer is also called thyroid carcinoma. Your Fred Hutch physician and pathologist 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 thyroid cancer specialists provide all standard therapies for thyroid cancer. 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 conduct clinical trials (also called clinical studies). Through these research trials, we can 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, such as registered dietitians, physical therapists and psychologists. We also integrate supportive care services into your cancer treatment.

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

Thyroid Cancer Symptoms and Signs

Most thyroid cancers are found early, when people see their primary care provider due to a lump or swelling in the neck. Find out more about what to do if you have potential symptoms.

Thyroid Cancer Causes and Risk Factors

Find out ways you can help prevent thyroid cancer.

Testing and Diagnosis

Up to 98% of thyroid cancers can be cured if detected early. Learn about diagnostic options at Fred Hutch to protect your health.

Thyroid Cancer Types

There are five main types of thyroid cancer: papillary, follicular, anaplastic, medullary and Hurthle cell. The type determines the kind of treatment you may receive.

Thyroid Cancer Stages

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

Treatments and Therapies

Discover your thyroid cancer treatment options, including surgery, radiation and radioactive iodine, as well as clinical trials at Fred Hutch.

Thyroid Cancer Research and Clinical Trials

Explore new breakthroughs from Fred Hutch researchers who are pioneering thyroid cancer treatments, clinical trials and more.

Thyroid Cancer Prognosis and Survival

Get the facts on thyroid cancer prognosis and survival.

Thyroid Cancer Specialists

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

Locations for Thyroid Cancer Care

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

Why Choose Fred Hutch for Thyroid 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.

Thyroid Cancer News

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What cancer researchers, clinicians and patients say about ‘game-changing’ GLP-1s Yes, you lose weight, but there are definitely trade-offs; cancer prevention role of new weight loss drugs still being studied May 6, 2026
Diagnosed with thyroid cancer, new mom counted the days until she could have another child Radioactive iodine treatment required her to wean her baby November 13, 2024
Endocrine Tumor Program at Fred Hutch launches survivorship clinic New clinic provides long-term care for thyroid tumors and endocrine immune-related adverse events August 24, 2023