Amit Bhrany, MD
18 Years of Experience
Top Doctor
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Physician
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
University of Washington School of Medicine
University of Washington School of Medicine
Physician
UW Medicine
UW Medicine
Clinical expertise
Surgery
Surgery
Located at
“I cherish the connections I make with patients and the trust they place in me. ”
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Dr. Bhrany
What do you enjoy most about your work?
It’s really gratifying to see the difference I can make from the beginning of a procedure to the end, whether it’s a reconstructive or cosmetic effort. In addition to caring for patients in the U.S., I travel to Cambodia once a year to help people who have facial abnormalities due to cancer, trauma or congenital conditions. Along with several other team members, I help train Cambodian medical students and residents in otolaryngology (conditions affecting the ear, nose and throat) and facial plastic surgery. Being able to make a difference in the lives of those in need, here at home or abroad, always reminds me why I love the practice of medicine. I feel very fortunate to do what I do.
Clinical expertise
Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Head and neck cancers, melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers
I am a surgeon who is double-board-certified in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology. My clinical practice focuses on the reconstruction of the face, head and neck following cancer surgery. As a clinical associate professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine, I train other surgeons in both facial plastic surgery and head and neck surgery, and I frequently travel around the country to speak on these topics. In addition to teaching and caring for patients, I conduct research that focuses on tissue engineering —creating functional human tissue from lab-grown cells — and outcomes in oncologic and reconstructive surgery.
Diseases treated
How do you approach your relationships with patients?
I understand that the prospect of surgery can be scary. I take the time to listen to your needs and what you’re feeling anxious about so that I can put you at ease. Before reaching a decision about how to move forward, I want you to be well-versed in the pros and cons of each surgical option and what the recovery time frame looks like. I’ll address your concerns with diligence and without judgment. My aim is always to partner with you to create the most satisfying outcome possible.
Undergraduate Degree
Boston University
Boston University
Medical Degree
Boston University School of Medicine
Boston University School of Medicine
Residency
University of Washington, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
University of Washington, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Fellowship
University of Washington, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; University of Auckland, New Zealand, Head and Neck Surgical Oncology and Microvascular Reconstruction
University of Washington, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; University of Auckland, New Zealand, Head and Neck Surgical Oncology and Microvascular Reconstruction
Board Certification
Facial Plastic Reconstructive Surgery, 2011, American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; Otolaryngology, 2008, American Board of Otolaryngology
Facial Plastic Reconstructive Surgery, 2011, American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; Otolaryngology, 2008, American Board of Otolaryngology
Languages
English, Hindi
Your care team
At SCCA, you receive care from a team of providers with extensive experience in your disease. Your team includes doctors, a team 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.
Registered nurse (RN)
Your nurse manages your care alongside your physician and assists with care procedures and
treatments.
Team coordinator (TC)
Your team coordinator works closely with you and your physician and serves as your scheduler.
Clinical trials
We make promising new treatments available to you through studies called clinical trials led by SCCA doctors. Many of these trials at SCCA 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.
Durvalumab, Tremelimumab and Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy in Treating Participants With Recurrent or Metastatic Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Study No:
NCT03522584
Phase:
Phase I/II
Basket Trial in Solid Tumors Harboring a Fusion of FGFR1, FGFR2 or FGFR3- (FUZE Clinical Trial)
Study No:
NCT03834220
Phase:
Phase II
A Phase 1, Study Evaluating the Safety, Tolerability, PK, and Efficacy of AMG 510 in Subjects With Solid Tumors With a Specific KRAS Mutation.
Study No:
NCT03600883
Phase:
Phase I
Phase 1 Study of the Highly-selective RET Inhibitor BLU-667 in Patients With Thyroid Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Other Advanced Solid Tumors
Study No:
NCT03037385
Phase:
Phase I
Publications
Many of our SCCA physicians conduct ongoing research to improve standards of patient care. Their work is evaluated by other physicians and selected for publication to the United States National Library of Medicine, the largest medical library in the world. See scientific papers this SCCA provider has written.
Ophthalmic Changes Following Maxillectomy With or Without Postoperative Radiation Therapy.