Oncology
Kristine Calhoun, MD
Professor of Surgery, University of Washington
Seattle, WA
Kristine E. Calhoun, MD, FACS is a board-certified general surgeon and Professor of Surgery at the University of Washington. She serves as Associate Director of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center Breast Health Center, where she was the first female breast surgeon to join in 2005. Dr. Calhoun specializes in breast surgical oncology, seeing patients with both benign and cancerous breast conditions. She is also Clerkship Site Director for UW third-year medical students and Director of Medical Studen
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- American Board of Surgery
Education & Training
- Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine (1998)
- Fellowship: John Wayne Cancer Institute (Breast Surgical Oncology)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Recognition & Leadership
Leadership Roles
- Associate Director, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center Breast Health Center
- Clerkship Site Director, UW School of Medicine
- Director of Medical Student Surgical Education, UW Department of Surgery
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Surgical OncologyBreast Oncology
Conditions & Treatments
Breast CancerBreast Cancer Surgery
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Division of Medical Genetics, University of Washington
Experience
25+ years in practice