Gregory (Ian) Spain, PA-C, MPH
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Gregory (Ian) Spain, PA-C, MPH
- Physician Assistant, Fred Hutch
Medical Oncology
“I see patients for acute problems when they can’t get in to see their usual team. When I walk into the room, I feel like they are looking for somebody who is compassionate and thorough and who listens to them.”
— Ian Spain
What brought you to Fred Hutch and this role?
My first job out of school was in a community oncology practice in rural Florida, where I saw every type of cancer. Then I made the switch to emergency medicine, which I did for nine years. This position is a bit of both. I see patients I’ve often never met before for an acute problem, and then I get to build a relationship and help them feel better, which I really like.
What do you value about your work?
There is a lot to learn, which is true anywhere in medicine, but especially in oncology. You can dig deep and keep going, and there will always be more to dive into. I like this academic part of it, along with the relationships we get to develop with patients.
Provider Background
Area of clinical practice
Acute Care oncology
I am a certified physician assistant who sees patients at the South Lake Union Clinic and UW Medical Center – Montlake.
I work on a team that has several roles at Fred Hutch. We run a clinic that patients can be referred to for acute illnesses related to their treatment or underlying disease. We also provide evaluation and treatment for patients who have an acute problem while visiting the clinic to see their provider or while receiving their treatment.
Languages
English
Education, Experience and Certifications
Undergraduate Degree
The College of William and Mary
Medical Degree
Emory University School of Medicine, Physician Assistant Program
Other
MPH, Emory University - Rollins School of Public Health
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