Vidhya Nair

Vidhya Nair, DO, serves as Assistant Professor in the Division of Hematology and Oncology at the University of Washington School of Medicine and Assistant Professor in the Clinical Research Division at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. Based at Seattle's South Lake Union Clinic, she specializes in breast cancer treatment with a focus on comprehensive patient-centered care that integrates medical, social, and financial considerations.

Her academic foundation includes:

• Undergraduate Degree from University of Michigan
• Medical Degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
• Internal Medicine Residency at Wayne State University – Henry Ford Hospital
• Hematology/Oncology Fellowship at Michigan State University - Ascension Providence Hospital

Dr. Nair's research centers on breast cancer clinical trials and survivorship, with deep expertise in cardio-oncology examining cardiac complications from cancer therapies. As evolving treatments extend patient lifespans, her work addresses critical gaps in post-treatment care quality and long-term health management for survivors. This dual focus bridges oncology and cardiology to optimize outcomes across the cancer continuum.

Her publication record demonstrates interdisciplinary reach: the 2022 WHI review established foundational links between breast cancer and cardiovascular research, while the 2021 pancreatitis study showcased methodological rigor in acute care prediction modeling. Both works reflect her commitment to translating clinical observations into practical assessment frameworks.

At Fred Hutch, Dr. Nair operates within a multidisciplinary care ecosystem including physicians, nurses, patient coordinators, and specialists in nutrition and psychosocial support. This team-based approach enables holistic management of complex cases while advancing institutional research objectives in cancer therapeutics.