Stephen Rulyak, MD, MPH

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Stephen Rulyak, MD, MPH

Stephen Rulyak, MD, MPH

  • Physician, Fred Hutch
  • Associate Professor, Clinical Research Division, Fred Hutch
  • Associate Professor, Division of Gastroenterology, University of Washington School of Medicine

Gastroenterology

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“It is incredibly rewarding to establish close relationships with patients and get through the difficult times together.”

— Dr. Rulyak

Why should a patient trust Fred Hutch for care?

A patient who chooses Fred Hutch can be confident they are being evaluated by the best of the best. Our patients receive the most up-to-date and evidence-based care in a highly compassionate place.

How would you describe your approach to care?

My approach is highly patient-centered — the patient always has priority. I try to combine the latest medicine with a kind and caring approach. My goal is for my patients to leave feeling completely comfortable with their care and with no questions left unanswered.

Provider Background

Area of Clinical Practice
Gastrointestinal cancer: prevention, diagnosis and treatment

I am a gastroenterologist who sees patients at Fred Hutch and UW Medical Center - Montlake. My clinical work involves advanced endoscopic procedures including endoscopic ultrasound, endoscopic mucosal resection, and radiofrequency ablation of Barrett’s esophagus. I also focus on screening and surveillance for cancers and pre-cancerous lesions in the digestive tract, including patients with inherited cancer syndromes. 

I have previously conducted research on colon cancer screening and prevention as well as familial pancreatic cancer.

Diseases Treated

Colon Cancer

Esophageal Cancer

Gastrointestinal Cancer

Pancreatic Cancer

Rectal Cancer

Stomach Cancer

Languages

English

Education, Experience and Certifications

Undergraduate Degree
Cornell University

Medical Degree
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

Residency
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

Fellowship
University of Washington

Board Certification
Internal Medicine, 2000; Gastroenterology, 2015, American Board of Internal Medicine

Other
MPH, University of Washington School of Public Health

Clinical Trials

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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. 

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