Patti Kwok, PhD, ARNP has cared for individuals diagnosed with cancer for almost forty years in the greater Seattle community as a registered nurse and nurse practitioner. She has worked in a variety of medical settings including major academic centers and health maintenance organizations that are recognized nationally and internationally. In Feb of 2016 she was recruited to the Swedish Tumor Institute to run the cancer survivorship clinic.

At this stage of her career she thoroughly enjoys helping patients during this important transition from active therapy to long-term surveillance and also facilitating Speaking of Dying Workshops and other end-of-life planning groups. A PhD in depth psychology and mythology has prepared her to empower patients to explore existential beliefs regarding illness and mortality, and to take action.

Contact info: seattlekwok@comcast.net