Overview

Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA) provides comprehensive, leading-edge treatment for people diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a form of cancer that affects white blood cells called plasma cells.

 

SCCA was formed, in part, to bring promising new cancer treatments to patients faster. This means that people who have myeloma will find more treatment options at SCCA than might be found elsewhere. Many or our patients receive such therapies through clinical research studies conducted at SCCA and its parent organizations, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and UW Medicine. The physicians and scientists here are world leaders in research to better understand the causes of myeloma and provide effective treatments.

 

Stem cell transplants (using peripheral blood stem cells or stem cells from bone marrow) are an important treatment option for people with myeloma who are good candidates for transplant. The Fred Hutchinson Transplant program at SCCA ranked first in outcomes in a five-year study by the National Marrow Donor Program that measured one-year survival rates of patients among 122 transplant centers in the United States.

 

For all our patients with myeloma, we offer numerous combinations of treatment options—including chemotherapy, radiation, and other therapies for disease-related complications—based on each person’s unique situation.
 

Newly Diagnosed

Your most important decision after diagnosis is selecting the right treatment center for your disease.

Multiple Myeloma Facts

Learn what myeloma is, what symptoms it may cause, how it is diagnosed, and how its stages are determined.

Treatment Options

Whatever the stage of your illness, our physicians can offer you treatment. We have a range of options for people with myeloma.

Our Doctors

Our doctors are members of FHCRC and UW Medicine and are committed to providing the best possible care for patients with multiple myeloma who come to SCCA for treatment.

What to Expect

Receiving a diagnosis for multiple myeloma raises many questions. SCCA physicians and staff provide compassionate care and support during your course of treatment so you will always know what to expect.

Participate in a Study

Clinical research studies set SCCA apart from other cancer centers. The option to participate in a study is an important reason to come here.

Patient Support & Housing

Because treatment for multiple myeloma isn't easy, special support for patients is essential. SCCA has several programs, classes, and services to assist patients and their families.

Patient Stories

Read about amazing people who have gone through treatment for cancer at Seattle Cancer Care Alliance.

Resources

The more you know about your disease, the more empowered you'll feel. This list of reputable sources about multiple myeloma makes gathering information easy.