Dr. Wahl is a native of the Pacific Northwest and a perennial winner of the Seattle Met Top Doctor award. Dr. Wahl graduated from the University of Washington with a BS in Technical Communication and attended Duke School of Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. There she received a Stead Scholarship and a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research Fellowship, studying cell signal transduction in yeast. She completed Internal Medicine Residency and Chief Residency at Stanford University Hospital and Medical Center in Palo Alto, California and returned to Seattle to complete her Hematology Fellowship at University of Washington/Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Dr. Wahl is Board Certified in Medical Oncology and has been in practice since 2003. She is happy to care for patients with any cancer diagnosis and has a special interest in breast cancer, gynecologic malignancies and clinical research. She particularly enjoys working with patients collaboratively in order to optimize the quality of the care they receive. Dr. Wahl is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Ampullary Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

David Aboulafia, MD, has special interest in AIDS/HIV, viral syndromes, general hematology including coagulation and hemostasis, lympho and myeloproliferative disorder, leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, primary and subspecialty, and HIV-associated malignancies, benign hematology including disorders of coagulation and thrombosis, HIV primary and subspecialty care AIDS defining (Kaposi's sarcoma, lymphoma) and HIV-associated cancer. Dr. Aboulafia is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Anal Cancer, Kaposi Sarcoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, and Splenectomy.

I strive to provide personalized, cutting-edge therapy in a multidisciplinary setting. I offer patients and families understandable knowledge in order for them to navigate the illness and treatment process, and to build true partnerships with compassion, empathy and respect. Dr. Xie is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Vincent Picozzi, Jr., MD, specializes in pancreatic cancer, gastrointestinal cancer (pancreaticobiliary), genitourinary cancer, hematologic oncology (lymphomas) and myelodysplasia. Dr. Picozzi is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Cancer is a terrible disease—often one of the most frightening and uncertain experiences a person can face. My philosophy is to approach every patient with a blend of deep empathy and evidence-based treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions that align with their values, needs, and goals. I believe that compassionate care and scientific rigor form the foundation of meaningful, personalized cancer care. Dr. Santana is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

"Dr. Paulson is passionate about practicing medical oncology, as it seamlessly integrates cutting-edge scientific advancements with the compassionate essence of medicine. Her clinical interests focus on skin cancer and solid tumor immunotherapy while Dr. Paulson’s appreciation lies in the ability to establish meaningful connections with patients and their families, throughout their care. Dr. Paulson firmly believes that optimal cancer care is achieved through a collaborative, team-based approach and takes great joy in working alongside an interdisciplinary team of dedicated healthcare professionals. Recognizing the pivotal role of patients in their own care, she is committed to transparent communication, ensuring that everyone understands the ""how and why"" behind their personalized treatment plans. In addition to her clinical role, Dr. Paulson is a skilled clinical researcher, serving as the Principal Investigator for various clinical trials aimed at bringing the latest advancements in cancer care and the lead for the Center for Immuno-Oncology at the Paul G Allen Research Center. Furthermore, she is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of medical professionals, actively supporting medical students at the Washington State University Elson E. Floyd Medical School in Everett, particularly in advancing their understanding of emerging immunotherapies. In 2023, Dr. Kelly Paulson was honored as the inaugural recipient of the Jeff Ward Award, established to memorialize him. This distinguished award acknowledges medical staff members who contribute positively to the Edmonds community through exceptional leadership, mentorship, or improvements in patient care. Also, she is a 2024 Castle Connolly Top Doctor. Dr. Paulson sees patients at the Edmonds and First Hill Swedish Cancer Institute locations.". Dr. Paulson is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Colorectal Cancer.

Dr. Devarakonda trained and worked on faculty at the Washington University in St. Louis before joining Swedish. His research is focused on understanding cancers utilizing sequencing technologies. He has an excellent understanding of the latest advances in thoracic oncology (lung cancer, thymic malignancies, mesothelioma). He believes in providing the same level of care for his patients that he expects for his own family. His list of peer-reviewed scientific publications can be accessed here https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Devarakonda+S&cauthor_id=34591593. Dr. Devarakonda is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

Dr. Hu is a 2017-2021 Seattle Met Magazine Top Doctor Award winner. Her cancer research experience has helped her follow advances in oncology and apply up-to-date treatment to her patients. Dr. Hu believes each individual is unique, and is dedicated to providing personalized, patient-centered care. Her goal is to be a patient’s advocate; helping them to understand their medical conditions while providing the best available treatment to suit their needs. Dr. Hu is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Acute Erythroid Leukemia (AEL), Thrombocytopenia, and Thrombectomy.

David Dong is an Oncologist in Issaquah, Washington. Dr. Dong is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Angiosarcoma, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer.

After completing medical school in Nepal, Dr Thapa pursued training in Internal Medicine at Oakland University William Beaumont Hospital. Inspired by the complexity of oncology and the opportunity to apply latest research to patient care, she completed a fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at Moffitt Cancer Center. She is dedicated to caring for patients with all types of cancer and committed to supporting both patients and their families through every stage of diagnosis and treatment. She values working in a collaborative environment alongside a strong multidisciplinary team and dedicated support staff to deliver the best possible care. She relocated from Florida to the Pacific Northwest to be closer to family and to embrace the region’s natural beauty and active outdoor lifestyle. Her top areas of expertise are Budd-Chiari Syndrome, Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, Thrombocytopenia, and Splenomegaly.

John Paul Flores, MD, is a board-certified medical oncologist. He cares for patients with blood disorders and all forms of cancer.Dr. Flores takes the time to guide his patients on their wellness journey, listening to what they say, answering their questions and providing a path forward with hope. In this complex, fast-growing field where new treatments are approved for clinical use regularly, Dr. Flores relies on the expertise of a team of surgeons, pathologists, radiation oncologists and other colleagues to stay at the forefront of cancer treatment and to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care. Dr. Flores is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Prostatectomy, and Splenectomy.

As a medical oncologist, I care for patients throughout their cancer journey, offering a combination of compassionate care and cutting-edge expertise. My areas of expertise include CART, allogeneic and autologous stem cell transplants and hematologic malignancies, with focus on lymphomas. I am committed to providing compassionate and innovative care to my patients. Throughout my career, I have held several academic positions, including Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and acting Clinical Instructor at the University of Washington Medical Center. My dedication to medical research and education is evident in my publications in medical journals, covering topics such as hematopoietic cell transplantation and innovative treatment protocols for hematologic cancers. I am board-certified in medical oncology. I received my medical degree from Saint Joseph University Medical School in Beirut. I completed my residency in internal medicine at Staten Island University Hospital in New York and my fellowship in medical oncology at the University of Washington School of Medicine and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle. For those seeking an oncologist who combines expertise with a compassionate approach, I am dedicated to ensuring the highest quality care and supporting my patients through every step of their cancer journey. Dr. Farah is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Leukemia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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.

Dr. Zhao believes in providing the best cancer care through multidisciplinary, evidence-based — yet personalized — approaches. Dr. Zhao is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Variegate Porphyria, Hereditary Coproporphyria, Porphyria, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.

Bruce Lin, MD, specializes in hematology and medical oncology, liver cancer, colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal cancer, gastrointestinal oncology, colorectal care, liver, cancer, pancreatic cancer, bile duct cancer, and gastroesophageal cancer.Dr. Lin enjoys basketball, golf, fishing and photography. Dr. Lin is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Ampullary Cancer, Anal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome.

Dr. Dong completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark, followed by fellowship training in Hematology/Oncology at Moffitt Cancer Center in Florida. Prior to joining Swedish Cancer Institute, she served as a faculty oncologist at Moffitt Cancer Center, Florida. She relocated to Issaquah to be closer to her family. Dr. Dong has published extensively in the field of oncology, with a particular focus on lymphoma, and has served as a principal investigator on multiple clinical trials. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, paddle boarding, and reading. Dr. Dong is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Lymphadenectomy.

Dr. Egan specializes in the care of patients with hematologic malignancies including leukemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, myeloproliferative disorders, as well as blood disorders such as anemia. His holistic partnership approach to treatment ensures patients are involved in decision-making that focuses on what is most important to them. Dr. Egan provides thorough education so patients can confidently understand their illness and treatment options, and helps patients navigate the variety of existing and emerging therapies. Dr. Egan is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

Dr. McCormick sees patient education as an important part of her job. “I want each of my patients to understand their diagnosis and treatment options so that together we can formulate a plan tailored to their unique goals and priorities.” Dr. McCormick also believes in ensuring that her patients have access to the most state-of-the-art medical care, including the option of participating in promising clinical trials. Finally, Dr. McCormick values a team-based approach. “I appreciate that receiving a cancer diagnosis can be scary and stressful. I am fortunate to work with an amazing team of nurses, social workers, nutritionists, genetic counselors and many others who help to support our patients through this journey.”. Dr. Mccormick is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

Meaghan O'Malley, MD, is a fellowship-trained general hematologist-oncologist specializing in breast cancer, head and neck cancers and hematologic conditions (both benign and malignant).When not treating cancer, Dr. O'Malley is a bookworm, an avid cook, and a former competitive swimmer who still jumps in the pool frequently. She lives with her radiologist husband and two daughters, and when not at work, can usually be found driving the carpool to soccer practice or troop leading the Girl Scout troops for her elementary aged daughters. A native Californian with a twist of Carolina and Michigan, she is thrilled to call the Pacific Northwest her home. Dr. O'malley is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.

"Dr. Fengting Yan is a 2021, 2022, & 2023 Seattle Met Top Doctor Award winner. Dr. Yan is interested in personalized care and translational research in women’s cancer. Extensive lab and clinical research knowledge are applied in her ""bench-to-bedside"" approach to patient care. Dr. Yan also has years of experience in public education on women’s health through internet and TV talk shows.". Dr. Yan is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer in Men, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

Dr. Michaela Tsai is a board certified medical oncologist and hematologist who has been caring for patients with cancer and blood disorders for nearly 20 years. At Duke University, Dr. Tsai studied chemistry and religion. During her medical training at Harvard, she discovered that the field of oncology allowed her to stay actively engaged in both areas. The health and well-being of her patients is her primary concern. She believes in the essential balance between the intellectual and the emotional, the scientific and the spiritual, and incorporates these elements into her daily practice and the care of her patients. Dr. Tsai is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Tissue Biopsy.

Michelle Zhang is an Oncologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Zhang is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Anal Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Navanshu Arora is an Oncologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Arora is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Keith Leung is an Oncologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Leung is highly rated in 40 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Sheldon Goldberg is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Goldberg is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Schnitzler Syndrome, Factor V Leiden Thrombophilia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Goldberg is currently accepting new patients.