Raya Mawad

Raya Mawad, MD is an Academic Clinical Associate Professor in the Division of Hematology and Oncology at the University of Washington School of Medicine and serves as physician-research faculty at Fred Hutch Cancer Center, practicing at UW Medical Center – Montlake and South Lake Union Clinic.

Education:

• M.D. from Baylor College of Medicine
• Residency in Internal Medicine at University of California, San Francisco
• Fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at University of Washington

Research Interests: Dr. Mawad's work centers on improving therapies for leukemia and lymphoma, with specialized focus on myeloid malignancies and acute leukemias. She investigates clinical applications of immunotherapy and targeted therapy including CAR T-cell technology to enhance treatment outcomes and quality of life for patients with blood disorders. Her research bridges laboratory science with patient-centered care through Fred Hutch's clinical trial programs.

Clinical Practice: She treats patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, acute myeloid leukemia, and noncancerous blood disorders, emphasizing a partnership-based approach where care is driven by each patient's individual goals and priorities. Dr. Mawad values explaining complex medical science in accessible terms to empower patients.

Affiliations: Fred Hutch Cancer Center and University of Washington.

Care Team: Works within Fred Hutch's multidisciplinary framework including physicians, nurse practitioners, dieticians, social workers, and mental health specialists to provide comprehensive support for cancer and blood disorder patients.