Matthew Collins, PA-C

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Matthew Collins, PA-C

Matthew Collins, PA-C

  • Physician Assistant, Fred Hutch

Medical Oncology

Hematology-Oncology

Cancer and Organ Transplant

“I feel fortunate to be practicing in an era when sciences are being applied and engineered into effective treatments, bringing new hope and options to many patients.”

— Matthew


What brought you to oncology?

I've had a profound interest in immunology and immunotherapy since I was an undergraduate student studying molecular and cellular biology. I am excited to play a role in providing care to people with cancer.

Provider Background

Area of Clinical Practice
Blood and marrow transplantation, immunotherapy, medical oncology

I am a physician assistant who sees patients at Fred Hutch at UW Medicine - Montlake.

Diseases Treated

Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia  

Acute Myeloid Leukemia 

Aplastic Anemia

Blood Disorders

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

Gastrointestinal Diseases

Graft versus Host Disease

Hodgkin Lymphoma

Immune Deficiency Diseases

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Leukemia

Languages

English

Education, Experience and Certifications

Undergraduate Degree
Harding University

Medical Degree
Nova Southeastern University

Board Certification
Physician Assistant, 2018, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

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.

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.