Lindsay Hannan, MD, MSPH
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My first real exposure to the impact of cancer happened when I was working as an epidemiologist at the American Cancer Society. I was analyzing data sets of patients with cancer when I realized that wasn’t enough for me; I wanted to learn how to take care of people, rather than just research how to prevent or control disease. What further propelled me toward making this career change was witnessing a few coworkers go through cancer treatment and seeing the toll it took on them and their families. It’s hard to appreciate what a cancer diagnosis really means — the fundamental unfairness of it — until you or someone close to you is affected. Now, as an oncologist, what I love about this field is getting to know patients and being a source of support and expertise for them over time.
I tether my care to what your values are as an individual and also what’s important to your family as a whole. My approach to care is defined by a blend of compassion and pragmatism; I want to help you live your life during treatment. If you can’t pursue the activities that bring you meaning and joy, then I’m not really doing my job.
Provider background
Specialty: Medical Oncology
Gastrointestinal cancers
I am a board-certified medical oncologist who treats patients with cancers of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. These malignancies can affect a variety of organs, such as the esophagus, liver and pancreas. I also provide care for those with neuroendocrine tumors, a rare form of cancer in cells that produce hormones and interact with the nervous system. Prior to becoming an oncologist at Fred Hutch, I spent five years working in public health.
My research interests include improving health outcomes and the utilization of resources. While completing a fellowship at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, I developed search tools to improve the way we organize and interpret clinical data. This data can answer important questions about the diagnosis and progression of disease, ultimately helping us tailor our approach to treatment.
Diseases treated
Research
Clinical trials
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Publications
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Insurance
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