Laura Martinell, RD, CSO, CD, CNSC

Laura Martinell, RD, CSO, CD, CNSC.

I’ve been a part of the Medical Nutrition Therapy team at Fred Hutch since 2015 and have been working in oncology since 2008. Currently, I see patients at Fred Hutch Cancer Center – Proton Therapy and Fred Hutch at UW Medical Center – Northwest. 

Prior to coming to Fred Hutch, I worked in the intensive care unit and oncology unit in a Seattle hospital. I am trained to place nasoenteric feeding tubes and have been fortunate to travel the U.S. training dietitians and nurses in placing feeding tubes. I have 10 years of experience in education as an adjunct faculty member teaching graduate-level nutrition. 

In my free time, I enjoy cooking, creating recipes and food photography. 

Clinical Expertise 

I work with patients undergoing radiation and chemotherapy for several types of cancers, including head and neck, gastrointestinal, breast and prostate.

Patient Care Philosophy

I am committed to helping my patients navigate the many side effects of treatment that impact their nutrition. I offer individualized care to every person I see, and my goal is to help patients with their nutrition during treatment, keeping in mind their personal preferences for food and nutrition.  

Education and Training

  • BS: Food and Nutritional Sciences, Seattle Pacific University 
  • Dietetic Internship: Washington State University

Certifications 

  • RD: Registered Dietitian
  • CSO: Board-Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition
  • CD: Certified Dietitian
  • CNSC: Certified Nutrition Support Clinician

Fred Hutch Medical Nutrition Therapy Services 

Our services are free and available exclusively to Fred Hutch patients.   

Phone: 206.606.1148