Michael Schweizer, MD
Michael Schweizer, MD
- Physician, Fred Hutch
- Associate Professor, Division of Medical Oncology, University of Washington School of Medicine
- Associate Professor, Clinical Research Division, Fred Hutch
Medical Oncology
“My goal is to provide the absolute best patient care, driven by state-of-the-art science and a compassionate, empathetic approach. I work closely with each of my patients to ensure that they have the information they need to make the best treatment decisions. I strive to explore every option available so that my patients can find the approach that works best for them–empowering them to take control of their disease.”
— Dr. Schweizer
Why do you practice oncology?
Michael Schweizer, MD, decided to work in health care because he wanted to feel intellectually challenged in his career and, more importantly, he wanted to do something that would allow him to help people. Medicine was the perfect fit. “Early on in my training, I realized that you often see the best in people when they are faced with a cancer diagnosis,” Dr. Schweizer said. “The hope that my patients have in spite of being diagnosed with such serious illnesses is inspiring. It’s my patients’ hope that motivates me and makes me want to be a part of working toward cures.” Dr. Schweizer’s research involves translational genitourinary cancer. “My goal is to help reduce the morbidity and mortality associated with diseases like prostate cancer through developing novel drug therapies. Cancer is a formidable foe, but one that I believe we can vanquish. I hope to be a part of bringing the dream of a world without cancer into reality. I hope to see cancer cured in my lifetime.” Outside of work, Dr. Schweizer enjoys cooking, hiking, and spending time with his wife and two children.
Provider Background
Specialty: Medical Oncology
Area of clinical practice
Genitourinary cancers
Diseases Treated
Penile Cancer
Languages
English
Education, Experience and Certifications
Medical Degree
Temple University School of Medicine
Residency
University of Chicago
Fellowship
Johns Hopkins University
Board Certification
Internal Medicine, 2011, Medical Oncology, 2013, American Board of Internal Medicine
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
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.
For the Media
The Media Relations team at Fred Hutch is available to assist members of the news media who would like to arrange interviews with providers.
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