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Jay J. Liao, MD
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Jay J. Liao, MD

  • Physician, Fred Hutch
  • Associate Professor, Division of Radiation Oncology, University of Washington School of Medicine

Radiation Oncology

“I enjoy establishing strong relationships with my patients, providing individualized and compassionate care, and educating patients about their disease process and treatment. I am committed to a multidisciplinary approach in the management of cancers as well as providing state-of-the-art care.”

— Dr. Liao


Provider Background

Area of Clinical Practice
Head and neck cancers, skin cancers

Diseases Treated

Languages

English

Education, Experience and Certifications

Undergraduate Degree
Duke University

Medical Degree
University of Michigan Medical School

Residency
Georgetown University

Board Certification
Radiation Oncology, 2008, American Board of Radiology

Other
Internship: Northwestern University

Awards

Seattle Met's 2024 Top Doctors Award
Dr. Liao has received this peer-nominated award for exceptional patient care for multiple years.

Seattle Magazine's 2025 Top Doctors Award
Dr. Liao has received this peer-nominated award for exceptional patient care for multiple years

Stories

All news
The Beam: Good news for head and neck cancer patients, updates on FLASH proton therapy, meet a passionate radiation oncologist Dr. Jay Liao explains results from promising studies in the head and neck cancer world, research continues into FLASH proton therapy, meet Ben Li, MD April 1, 2026
Nosebleeds led doctors to discover a rare sinus cancer in a 70-year-old grandmother Proton therapy was a vital part of Seattle newcomer’s treatment plan March 27, 2026
After a rare nasopharynx carcinoma diagnosis, North Carolina resident looked to experts at Fred Hutch Proton therapy was an integral part of Mark James’ treatment November 25, 2024

Clinical Trials

We make promising new treatments available to you through studies called clinical trials led by Fred Hutch physicians. Many of these trials at Fred Hutch have led to FDA-approved treatments and have improved standards of care globally. Together, you and your physician can decide if a study is right for you. 

Find a Clinical Trial Led by Dr. Liao

Publications

Many of our Fred Hutch physicians conduct ongoing research to improve standards of patient care. Their work is evaluated by other physicians and selected for publication to the United States National Library of Medicine, the largest medical library in the world. See scientific papers this Fred Hutch physician has written. 

View Dr. Liao's Publications

Your Care Team

At Fred Hutch, you receive care from a team of providers with extensive experience in your disease. Your team includes physicians, a patient care coordinator, a registered nurse, an advanced practice provider and others, based on your needs. You also have access to experts like registered dietitians, social workers, acupuncturists, psychiatrists and more who specialize in supporting people with cancer or blood disorders. 

Insurance

Fred Hutch accepts most national private health insurance plans as well as Medicare. We also accept Medicaid for people from Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho. We are working to ensure that everyone, no matter what their financial situation, has access to the care they need.