Bruce E. Clurman, MD, PhD

Bruce E. Clurman, MD, PhD

Physician
Fred Hutch
Professor, Medical Oncology Division; Adjunct professor of Pathology
University of Washington School of Medicine
Member, Clinical Research and Human Biology Divisions
Fred Hutch
Specialty:
Medical Oncology
What is your approach to care?

I strive to create active partnerships with my patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Provider background

Specialty: Medical Oncology

Education, experience and certifications
Medical Degree
Cornell University Medical College, 1989
Residency
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine
Fellowship
University of Washington, Department of Medical Oncology
Other
Cornell University Medical College, PhD, 1988
Languages
English

Research

Clinical trials

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Publications

Many of our Fred Hutch doctors conduct ongoing research to improve standards of patient care. Their work is evaluated by other doctors and selected for publication to the United States National Library of Medicine, the largest medical library in the world. See scientific papers this Fred Hutch provider has written.

Your care team

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Registered nurse (RN)
Registered nurse (RN)
Your nurse manages your care alongside your doctor and assists with care procedures and treatments.
Patient care coordinator
Patient care coordinator
Your patient care coordinator works closely with you and your doctor and serves as your scheduler.

Insurance

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