Sylvia M. Lee

Sylvia M. Lee is an Associate Professor in the Division of Hematology and Oncology at the University of Washington School of Medicine and in the Clinical Research Division at Fred Hutch Cancer Center. She practices at Fred Hutch Cancer Center - South Lake Union in Seattle, WA.

Her education includes:

• M.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine
• Residency at the University of Washington
• Fellowship in Medical Oncology at UW/Fred Hutch

She is board certified in Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lee specializes in melanoma, thoracic cancers (including lung cancer), and head and neck cancers (including thyroid cancer). As a leading expert in tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy, she directs Fred Hutch's TIL Therapy Program—one of only four U.S. centers offering clinical trials—advancing cancer immunotherapy for solid tumors through innovative research and clinical applications.

Her work bridges University of Washington Medicine and Fred Hutch Cancer Center, where she provides specialized oncology care and leads translational research initiatives.