Meredith Durbin, ARNP
Meredith Durbin, ARNP
- Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, Fred Hutch
- Teaching Associate, University of Washington School of Medicine
“I try to meet every patient where they are in their cancer journey.”
— Meredith
Why do you work in oncology?
Cancer can affect anyone. It doesn’t matter what race or socioeconomic status you are. Everyone who has a cancer diagnosis needs help, so I like that I get to work with and care for all types of people. I first worked in oncology as a registered nurse before I got my advanced nursing degree. I really enjoy working with oncology patients so it made sense for me to continue working in oncology as a nurse practitioner. I’m also a member of the Oncology Nursing Society and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
What is your approach to care?
I’m always here for my patients. I listen and encourage them to ask questions. Everyone on the transplant team has the same goal of working together to provide the best care that we can for our patients. Above all, I treat every one of my patients how I would want to be treated.
Provider Background
Area of clinical practice
Blood and Marrow Transplantation
It’s nice to meet my patients before transplant, get them ready for transplant and then see them heal after the transplant. My transplant patients inspire me daily.
Languages
English
Education, Experience and Certifications
Undergraduate Degree
University of Texas at Austin
Medical Degree
Texas Woman's University
Board Certification
Nurse Practitioner, 2015
Clinical Trials
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Your Care Team
At Fred Hutch, you receive care from a team of providers with extensive experience in your disease. Your team includes doctors, a patient care coordinator, a registered nurse, an advanced practice provider and others, based on your needs. You also have access to experts like nutritionists, social workers, acupuncturists, psychiatrists and more who specialize in supporting people with cancer or blood disorders.
Insurance
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