Celestia S. Higano, MD

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Dr. Higano is a medical oncologist who specializes in treating prostate cancer. Read more about Dr. Higano and her work at SCCA.

 

Title

UW Medicine
Oncology Specialist
Professor, Medical Oncology Division

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Member, Clinical Research Division

 

 

Patient Care Philosophy:

Communication is a key element in the physician-patient relationship. I enjoy the challenge of educating patients about their disease and treatment options. Maintaining or improving quality of life should be the goal of any treatment modality.

 

 

Cancer Types / Diagnosis:

• Bladder Cancer
• Penis Cancer
• Prostate Cancer
• Testicular Cancer

 

 

Clinical Expertise:

Genitourinary oncology including prostate, Bladder and testicular cancer, Testicular

 

 

Education And Training:

• University of Massachusetts Medical School, 1979
• Residency: Mayo Clinic Internal Medicine, 1979-1982
• Fellowship: University of Washington Hospitals Hematology/Oncology, 1982-1984

 

More Information:

For more information about Dr. Celestia S. Higano's clinical and research expertise, click here.

 

Visit PubMed for a full listing of Dr. Higano's journal articles.

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