Dr. Karen Chisholm

Associate Professor

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Biography

Karen Marie Chisholm, MD, PhD is an Associate Professor at the University of Washington in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology. She serves as the Medical Director of Hematopathology and the Medical Director of Cell Markers at Seattle Children's. Dr. Chisholm has been on staff since July 2015 and is board certified in Hematopathology, Pediatric Pathology, and Clinical/Anatomic Pathology. Her research is focused on Hematopathology, high-risk leukemias, and lymphoma, which positions her as an expert in the field of pediatric pathology. She has completed her residency at Stanford Hospital Clinics and her fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital, further enhancing her credentials and expertise.

Research Interests

Experience

Medical Director, Hematopathology

2015-07-01 — Present

Seattle Children's • Seattle, WA

Leads the Hematopathology division, overseeing diagnostic and clinical operations.

Medical Director, Cell Markers

2015-07-01 — Present

Seattle Children's • Seattle, WA

Directs the Cell Markers program, focusing on advancements in pathology.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.