Overview
Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam is a Medical Oncologist at the Swedish Cancer Institute in Seattle, Washington and a 2021 Seattle Met Top Doctor Award winner. He has specialized expertise in the management of Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers. This includes common cancers like colon and rectal cancers and also less common cancers like stomach cancer, neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) and liver and bile duct cancers. He also treats patients with lung cancer and kidney cancer. Dr. Soma chose to pursue a career in Oncology to help patients diagnosed with very serious illnesses and their families by providing hope, education and the best opportunities for treatment and cure. He is thrilled to be working with at Swedish, which has an excellent group of caring and highly-trained physicians, nurses and providers who all work very closely together with a robust multi-disciplinary team approach.. Dr. Subramaniam is an investigator on several clinical trials and a key member of the Personalized Medicine Research Program at Swedish, which focuses on the using a tumor’s DNA mutations to target it with newer drugs. The Swedish Cancer Institute prioritizes opening cutting-edge clinical trials to ensure patients have access to the latest innovations in cancer therapy. Dr. Subramaniam graduated from medical school at the National University of Singapore and obtained sub-specialty training during his fellowship at Stanford University, which was supported by a T32 training grant awarded by the National Institutes of Health. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. Dr. Subramaniam also earned a Master of Science degree in Epidemiology and Clinical Research from Stanford. In addition to treating patients with cancer, Dr. Subramaniam is the Medical Director of the Cancer Control program, which emphasizes preventative measures and appropriate cancer screening, to reduce the incidence and burden of cancer in our community.
Dr. Subramaniam is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Nerve Decompression, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Dr. Subramaniam has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam by calling their office at 206-215-3787. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam a top-rated expert for Pancreatic Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pancreatic Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam specialize in?
While Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam accept my insurance?
Dr. Somasundaram Subramaniam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-215-3787 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Subramaniam isDistinguished. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Anal CancerDr. Subramaniam isDistinguished. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Subramaniam isDistinguished. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Colorectal CancerDr. Subramaniam isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Subramaniam isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Subramaniam isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
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- Ampullary CancerDr. Subramaniam isAdvanced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Subramaniam isAdvanced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Subramaniam isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Subramaniam isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Subramaniam isAdvanced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Subramaniam isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
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- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Subramaniam isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Appendix CancerDr. Subramaniam isExperienced. Learn about Appendix Cancer.
- Carcinoid SyndromeDr. Subramaniam isExperienced. Learn about Carcinoid Syndrome.
- Childhood Acute Myeloid LeukemiaDr. Subramaniam isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
- ChondrosarcomaDr. Subramaniam isExperienced. Learn about Chondrosarcoma.
- Chromophobe Renal Cell CarcinomaDr. Subramaniam isExperienced. Learn about Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.