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Rachael A. Safyan, MD

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Rachael A. Safyan, MD

Physician, Fred Hutch
Assistant Professor, Clinical Research Division, Fred Hutch
Assistant Professor, Division of Hematology and Oncology, University of Washington School of Medicine

Specialty:

Medical Oncology

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“I am a clinical investigator who is focused on uncovering new therapeutics to improve outcomes and driven by the human side of patient care. ”

— Dr. Safyan

What brought you to oncology?

As far back as elementary school, I was drawn to science and medicine, but my interest in becoming a cancer specialist was cemented during college, when I observed my hematologist-oncologist father seeing patients in his office. There, I discovered the unique relationship between an oncologist and patient and learned the importance of treating the whole person and not just an illness. I have the privilege to help and support patients through one of the most challenging times in their lives.

What do you think sets Fred Hutch apart?

It’s a patient-oriented, collegial place to provide care. I have seen how everyone interacts with patients and their families, as well as their breadth of knowledge and research expertise, and all these things are why I wanted to work side-by-side with other professionals in this environment.

Provider Background

Area of Clinical Practice
Gastrointestinal malignancies

I am a medical oncologist with both a clinical and research focus on gastrointestinal malignancies. I see patients at South Lake Union Clinic and UW Medical Center.

People come to Fred Hutch for exceptional cancer care, clinical trials and the latest research opportunities from innovative providers. These are absolutely my top goals. But providing a patient-centered approach where I can continue to learn from my patients and get to know them — not just their cancer — is just as important to me.

Diseases Treated

Pancreatic Cancer

Languages

English

Education, Experience and Certifications

Fellowship, Hematology/Oncology
Columbia University

Chief Medical Resident
University of Washington Medical Center

Residency, Internal Medicine
Boston Medical Center

Medical Degree
New York University School of Medicine

Bachelor's Degree
Barnard College of Columbia University

Awards

Young Investigator Award, 2017, Conquer Cancer Foundation of the American Society of Clinical Oncology

Burch-Lodge Research Scholar, 2018, Columbia University Irving Medical Center

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