Teresa A. Brentnall, MD

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Teresa A. Brentnall, MD
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Teresa A. Brentnall, MD

  • Gastroenterology Specialist; Co-Director, Pancreatic Cancer Surveillance Program, Fred Hutch
  • Professor, Division of Gastroenterology; Joint Professor of Pathology, University of Washington School of Medicine
  • Charles and Mary Ann Walters Endowed Chair, UW Medicine

Gastroenterology


What is your approach to care?

It is an honor to care for people when they are at difficult points in their lives because they are unwell. With my colleagues, I hope to deliver the best possible care.

Provider Background

Area of Clinical Practice
High risk prevention

I am a clinical gastroenterologist who sees patients at the South Lake Union Clinic and Fred Hutch at UW Medical Center - Montlake. I specialize in caring for patients that have an elevated risk of intestinal cancer due to hereditary susceptibility. 

Diseases Treated

Languages

English

Education, Experience and Certifications

Medical Degree
University of Washington, Medicine, 1987

Residency
University of California, Los Angeles

Fellowship
University of Washington, Dept. of Gastroenterology

Board Certification
Gastroenterology, 1997, 2009, American Board of Internal Medicine

Seattle Met's 2016 Top Doctors award
Dr. Brentnall was nominated by her peers for this award, because of his excellent care.

Clinical Trials

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Publications

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Your Care Team

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Insurance

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