Antoinette Castaneda, ARNP
Antoinette Castaneda, ARNP
- Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, Fred Hutch
- Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, UW Medicine
“Everyone who works here — whether you’re a provider or at the front desk — genuinely wants to take care of each person who comes through our doors.”
— Antoinette
What brought you to oncology?
From the start of my career, I knew I wanted to focus on orthopedics and sports medicine. When I was given the chance to be a provider working in orthopedic oncology, I knew that this was an opportunity I could not pass up. I saw it as the best of both worlds. It allowed me to focus on orthopedics and work in a subspeciality that would continue to expand my knowledge in the field.
What do you value about your work?
I like that it allows me to be inquisitive. No patient case is exactly the same. With that, every day is different. That kind of variability is what I look forward to each day. Beyond that, I get to work with multiple team members across specialties, both within oncology and orthopedics. This type of collaboration is what makes Fred Hutch special. We all work together as a team, and everyone is passionate and knowledgeable.
Provider Background
Area of clincal practice
Orthopedics
I am an advanced registered nurse practitioner who sees patients at the South Lake Union Clinic, UW Medical Center – Montlake and UW Medical Center – Northwest.
I provide care to adults diagnosed with tumors and tumor-like conditions of the bone and soft tissue. I want patients to feel empowered to advocate for their health and not be afraid to ask questions. I want to get to know them and create a relationship over the course of their treatment.
Languages
English
Education, Experience and Certifications
Undergraduate Degrees
University of North Florida; University of Central Florida
Medical Degree
University of Southern California
Board Certification
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, FNP-C; American Nurses Credentialing Center, FNP-BC
Clinical Trials
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Your Care Team
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Insurance
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For the Media
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