Kristin M. Geary, ARNP, MSN

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Kristin M. Geary, ARNP, MSN

Kristin M. Geary, ARNP, MSN

  • Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, Fred Hutch
  • Teaching Associate, Division of Hematology and Oncology, University of Washington School of Medicine

Hematology-Oncology

“My goal is to help you through this experience, day by day.”

— Kristin


Describe your journey to oncology.

When my grandmother was diagnosed with lung cancer, it was a really difficult time for my family, but I was impressed with the medical staff who took care of her. Years later, I ended up working in a lab focused on leukemia research, studying the basic science of hematopoietic stem cells (immature cells that can become any kind of blood cell). I’ve always been interested in science and health, so I enjoyed the work, but I realized that something was missing: working directly with patients. Moving from the lab to the bedside was a better fit for my personality; I feel I’ve been able to contribute more in this setting.

What's it like to work with you?

My primary purpose is to address your medical issues while also supporting you through diagnosis and treatment. Open communication is essential to a successful partnership. I’m interested in learning about who you are, your goals and expectations for treatment, and what priorities you would like to set. I hope that you’ll feel comfortable coming to me with questions, symptoms that trouble you — big or small — and any concerns you have about treatment.

Provider Background

Area of Clinical Practice
Long-term follow-up care for transplant patients

I am an advanced registered nurse practitioner who specializes in caring for patients with blood cancers. I see patients in the Long-Term Follow-Up Clinic, which focuses on management of post-transplant complications and health maintenance, including chronic graft versus host disease. With more than 10 years of experience in hematology-oncology, I’m attuned to ongoing research in the field and always looking for ways to incorporate the latest advances into my practice.

Languages

English

Education, Experience and Certifications

Medical Degree
Simmons College

Board Certification
Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, 2008, American Nurses Credentialing Center

Clinical Trials

We make promising new treatments available to you through studies called clinical trials led by Fred Hutch physicians. Many of these trials at Fred Hutch have led to FDA-approved treatments and have improved standards of care globally. Together, you and your physician can decide if a study is right for you. 

Your Care Team

At Fred Hutch, you receive care from a team of providers with extensive experience in your disease. Your team includes physicians, a patient care coordinator, a registered nurse, an advanced practice provider and others, based on your needs. You also have access to experts like registered dietitians, social workers, acupuncturists, psychiatrists and more who specialize in supporting people with cancer or blood disorders. 

Insurance

Fred Hutch accepts most national private health insurance plans as well as Medicare. We also accept Medicaid for people from Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho. We are working to ensure that everyone, no matter what their financial situation, has access to the care they need.