Coley J. Doolittle-Amieva, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Fred Hutch

Teaching Associate

University of Washington School of Medicine

Physician Assistant

UW Medicine

Located at

South Lake Union Clinic

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“It feels great to be part of a team that is providing exceptional care to patients and making such huge progress through research.”

— Coley

What type of work do you do at Fred Hutch?

I am a physician assistant in Dermatology Oncology, working closely with three physicians in highly collaborative care teams. I’m here to help your family through the treatment process. It’s also my job to be a bridge between the research team and clinical team, so I dedicate about a quarter of my time to working in the laboratory. I’ve always been science oriented. And I’ve always had an interest in dermatology, especially skin cancers and emerging treatments.

Physician assistant A health professional who is licensed to do certain medical procedures under the guidance of a physician. A health professional who is licensed to do certain medical procedures under the guidance of a physician. A physician assistant may take medical histories, do physical exams, take blood and urine samples, care for wounds and give injections and immunizations.

What is it like to work with you?

You and I will be in close communication throughout your treatment, which may be a combination of traditional treatments and clinical trials. I really enjoy spending time with my patients and am thrilled when you’re excited to be actively involved in your care. It’s so rewarding caring for Fred Hutch patients. Witnessing your humility and gratitude really puts everything into perspective for me.

Provider background

Skin cancers

I work closely with Dr. Paul Nghiem both in his lab and in the clinic, providing care to patients with Merkel cell carcinoma. I also work with Dr. Jennifer Gardner, who sees patients with cutaneous melanoma. We do see other skin cancers as well, generally skin cancers that develop as a result or side effect of other cancer therapies. We also see patients to evaluate and treat skin side effects related to cancer treatments.

Cutaneous lymphoma

I work closely with Dr. Michi Shinohara, specializing in treating cutaneous lymphomas as well as managing cutaneous side effects related to cancer therapies. It is exhilarating to be part of such a wonderful supportive team. I’m a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. Currently, I’m working on completing the dermatology diplomate fellowship program offered through the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.

Melanoma Cancer that begins in the melanocytes (cells that make the pigment melanin). It may begin in a mole (skin melanoma), but it can also begin in other pigmented tissues, such as the eye or the intestines. Physician assistant A health professional who is licensed to do certain medical procedures under the guidance of a physician. A health professional who is licensed to do certain medical procedures under the guidance of a physician. A physician assistant may take medical histories, do physical exams, take blood and urine samples, care for wounds and give injections and immunizations. Side effects A problem that occurs when treatment affects healthy tissues or organs. Some side effects of cancer treatment are nausea, vomiting, fatigue, pain, decreased blood cell counts, hair loss and mouth sores. Side effects A problem that occurs when treatment affects healthy tissues or organs. Some side effects of cancer treatment are nausea, vomiting, fatigue, pain, decreased blood cell counts, hair loss and mouth sores.

Diseases treated

Cutaneous Lymphoma icon

Melanoma

Merkel Cell Carcinoma icon

Skin Cancer icon

Education, experience and certifications

Undergraduate Degree

Boise State University

Medical Degree

Barry University

Board Certification

Physician Assistant, 2015, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Languages

English

Research

Clinical trials

We make promising new treatments available to you through studies called clinical trials led by Fred Hutch doctors. Many of these trials at Fred Hutch 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.

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Your care team

At Fred Hutch, you receive care from a team of providers with extensive experience in your disease. Your team includes doctors, a patient care 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.

Insurance

Fred Hutch accepts most national private health insurance plans as well as Medicare. We also accept Medicaid for people from Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho. We are working to ensure that everyone, no matter what their financial situation, has access to the care they need.

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