Jay P. Lopez, MD

"Dr. Montgomery is a native of the greater Seattle area: she was born and raised in Issaquah and went to Whitman College for her undergraduate studies. She decided to pursue a medical degree after a family member was diagnosed with cancer. She received her medical education at the University of Washington and was drawn early on to medical oncology as a subspecialty. "In oncology clinic, seeing the quality of the patient-doctor interaction, with its level of intensity, transparency and degree of compassion really impacted me, both as a person and as a physician." Having seen both sides of cancer care, both as a physician and as a family member of a patient, Dr. Montgomery understands the importance of patient-centered care and the team approach. "Providing excellent, state-of-the-art, individualized care really does 'take a village:' a multi-disciplinary team of providers, along with the patient him/herself, are paramount to providing the best possible care." In her free time, Dr. Montgomery enjoys staying active, outdoor adventures and spending time with family and friends."

"At the age of three, Dr. Johnston knew exactly what she was going to do as an adult, and she never changed her mind. She was going to be a doctor. During her third year of residency, she encountered outpatient medical oncology. Dr. Johnston draws a special satisfaction from working with a team of compassionate professionals, all dedicated solely to the care of cancer patients. "Everything here is focused on the patient and on one specialty - cancer care. It's set up to be more efficient, more personalized yet state-of-the art. I know my patients will notice that everything is geared towards them. I like the complexity of oncology, the challenge and the fact that you're bringing the full scope of your medical skills in to caring for your patient as well as their families." Dr. Johnston enjoys cooking, running, swimming, biking, skiing and spending time with her three, young adult daughters."