Research & Innovation

  • Focused ultrasound treatments mark the one million-patient milestone. Swedish pioneered the technology.

    Focused ultrasound treatments mark the one million-patient milestone. Swedish pioneered the technology.

    In 2024 alone, more than 150,000 patients received focused ultrasound treatments. Providence Swedish is home to the Northwest’s premier program. Watch the video to learn more.

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  • Can a shingles vaccine protect your brain?

    Can a shingles vaccine protect your brain?

    In a recent study, a shingles vaccine showed promise in staving off dementia. A Providence Swedish expert explains.

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  • At the Providence Swedish Cancer Institute, Kuni Foundation grants support a diverse research lineup

    At the Providence Swedish Cancer Institute, Kuni Foundation grants support a diverse research lineup

    Funding supports projects studying lung cancer in non-smokers, treatment-resistant breast cancer, and ovarian cancer outcomes. Learn more.

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  • With the Cyberknife S7, Providence Swedish offers the latest in robotic radiotherapy

    With the Cyberknife S7, Providence Swedish offers the latest in robotic radiotherapy

    The platform was introduced at our First Hill campus this week and offers precision, individualized treatment for many types of cancer, benign tumors and vascular conditions.

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  • "It's amazing. Everything was easier." Learn more about life-changing essential tremor treatment at Swedish.

    "It's amazing. Everything was easier." Learn more about life-changing essential tremor treatment at Swedish.

    These remarkable women bonded over their struggle with essential tremor. They chose different paths for treatment. Watch the video to learn more about movement disorder treatment at Swedish.

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  • Hope for patients with glioblastoma

    Hope for patients with glioblastoma

    Patients glioblastoma brain tumors have not benefited much from recent treatment advances. Yet. Because Swedish experts are working to change that.

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  • The Swedish MS Center: New leadership committed to our tradition of visionary care

    The Swedish MS Center: New leadership committed to our tradition of visionary care

    Pavle Repovic, M.D., Ph.D., has dedicated his career to caring for MS patients and slowing the disease’s progress. Learn more about Dr. Repovic’s vision for the country’s best MS Center.

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  • Research at Swedish is saving lives. Your support will help it continue.

    Research at Swedish is saving lives. Your support will help it continue.

    Collaboration, innovation and commitment to our patients drive the development of revolutionary medicine. Philanthropy helps make it possible.

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  • New research reveals an increase in sleep-related sudden infant death

    New research reveals an increase in sleep-related sudden infant death

    A Providence Swedish pediatrics expert discusses SUID and offers guidance to keep your baby sleeping safely. Watch the short video to learn more.

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  • Leading US health systems launch the Truveta Genome Project, creating the world’s largest and most diverse database to discover the science

    Leading US health systems launch the Truveta Genome Project, creating the world’s largest and most diverse database to discover the science

    The Regeneron Genetics Center® will sequence up to ten million exomes, helping to accelerate drug discovery and transform patient care.

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  • Do you have RSV or RSV symptoms? You may be eligible for a new study.

    Do you have RSV or RSV symptoms? You may be eligible for a new study.

    Providence Swedish is a clinical trial site for this important RSV research. Learn more about criteria and how to participate.

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  • The future of cancer care is in your genes

    The future of cancer care is in your genes

    Learn why a Providence Swedish cancer geneticist believes today’s genetics research is paving the way for a reduced burden from cancer tomorrow.

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  • What is deep brain stimulation?

    What is deep brain stimulation?

    A Providence Swedish neurosurgeon answers common questions about this procedure and how it's used to treat Parkinson’s disease and other movement conditions. Learn more.

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  • Enlarged prostate? Aquablation therapy offers relief.

    Enlarged prostate? Aquablation therapy offers relief.

    Swedish offers aquablation therapy for enlarged prostate. Watch the short video and learn about the innovative treatment that offers precise, minimally invasive prostate care.

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  • Advances in surgical technology improve precision and patient outcomes

    Advances in surgical technology improve precision and patient outcomes

    These new technologies to treat liver tumors, enlarged prostate and breast tumors were unimaginable not that long ago. Watch this short video to learn more.

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  • Providence Swedish is transforming cancer care and research

    Providence Swedish is transforming cancer care and research

    Learn more about our commitment to the best care for every patient and how we're advancing our understanding of cancer. Watch the video.

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  • Your generosity supports lifesaving care for our tiniest patients

    Your generosity supports lifesaving care for our tiniest patients

    Learn how your donations to the Swedish Foundation sustain innovations and technology that help more of our NICU babies survive and thrive.

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  • Your Health: Today & Beyond. A healthy future you starts today at Providence Swedish.

    Your Health: Today & Beyond. A healthy future you starts today at Providence Swedish.

    Watch this KING5 special to learn more about our experts who are practicing tomorrow's medicine today.

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  • At Swedish, a blood test device is easing stress for newborns and their parents

    At Swedish, a blood test device is easing stress for newborns and their parents

    Philanthropy-funded transcutaneous bilimeters spare babies additional pain and anxiety.

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  • Understanding prostate cancer: risks, symptoms and prevention

    Understanding prostate cancer: risks, symptoms and prevention

    Providence Swedish is home to some of the nation's foremost experts and latest treatments for prostate cancer. The condition affects some 300,000 people in the United States annually. Learn more.

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