Nikhil V. Kamat

Nikhil V. Kamat, M.D. serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Hematology and Oncology at the University of Washington School of Medicine, practicing at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center at UW Medical Center – Northwest in Seattle with clinical specialization in gastrointestinal and genitourinary malignancies.

His educational qualifications include:

• M.D. from Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California
• Residency in Internal Medicine at Stanford University
• Fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at University of Washington Medical School

Dr. Kamat's research and clinical work centers on immunotherapy applications for cancer treatment, gastrointestinal oncology, genitourinary cancers, and benign hematology disorders. He emphasizes patient-centered care through active listening and guiding patients in informed decision-making, as reflected in his clinical approach to complex cases like immune-mediated RBC disorders.

Professional recognition includes:

• Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award (2018)

No information regarding student advising or research grants appears in the source materials. Dr. Kamat operates within Fred Hutch's integrated care ecosystem, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, dietitians, and social workers to deliver comprehensive cancer care with access to clinical trials and tumor board consultations.