Alaina Marie Castro, PA-C, RDN

Do you have any favorite memories of working with patients you'd like to share?

I was working with a young woman who was experiencing poor nutrition because of her chronic disease. She was also struggling to navigate the medical system, due in part to a language barrier. We were able to provide compassionate care, and over time we helped her avoid the emergency department. Her nutrition greatly improved, and more than 10 years later, we still keep in touch.

What do you think sets the care apart at Fred Hutch?

Fred Hutch is a globally recognized powerhouse for cancer research and care. We have supportive specialties specifically focused on everything that people with cancer need. Not only are patients able to receive specific treatments from their care team, they can also get everything they need throughout the process.

I am part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and I work closely with all providers to provide high-quality patient care. My approach to care centers around looking at the patient as a whole person.

Provider Background

Areas of Clinical Practice
Head and neck cancers

I am a certified physician assistant who sees patients at the South Lake Union Clinic and UW Medical Center – Montlake.

As a registered dietitian, I worked closely with patients and found a lot of satisfaction in helping them through their needs. Now, my scope has widened, and I can help provide more comprehensive care. The work we do optimizes patients' quality of life and saves lives.