Whitney D. Thomas, PA-C
Whitney D. Thomas, PA-C
- Physician Assistant, Fred Hutch
- Teaching Associate, University of Washington School of Medicine
“My focus is on ensuring that a patient feels holistically nurtured and cared for. I believe that patients yearn to understand and participate in their care and it is my responsibility to provide an opportunity for them to be informed participants in their treatment.”
— Whitney
Why do you practice oncology?
My mother battled two different types of cancer, including Hodgkin’s lymphoma, throughout my childhood. I think being a part of someone’s care became second nature for me so naturally I gravitated towards healthcare. Cancer patients want to get better and they fight harder and stronger than anyone. They are truly special people. I hope to see transplant patients do better – through the acute phase of transplant and beyond. They deserve the best of chances and I hope we can provide the best. In my free time, I enjoy backpacking, running and reading.
Provider Background
Diseases Treated
Bone Marrow Failure Diseases
Common Variable Immune Deficiency
Graft versus Host Disease
Myeloproliferative Disorder
Neutropenia
Languages
English
Education, Experience and Certifications
Undergraduate Degree
Pacific University
Medical Degree
Pacific University
Clinical Trials
We make promising new treatments available to you through studies called clinical trials led by Fred Hutch doctors. Many of these trials at Fred Hutch have led to FDA-approved treatments and have improved standards of care globally. Together, you and your doctor 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 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
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