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Blair Irwin, MD

  • 4.8 / 5 (185 ratings)
Medical Oncology, Hematology
Accepting New Patients
MultiCare Provider
Location
MultiCare Cancer Institute - Tacoma General Hospital
1003 South 5th St, First & Fourth Floor, Tacoma, WA, 98405
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Phone: 253-403-1677

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Blair Irwin, MD, MBA, is board certified in oncology, as well as internal medicine. She is passionate about improving the delivery, quality, efficiency, access and cost-effectiveness of cancer care. Her clinical and research interests include solid tumor cancers and palliative care. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, traveling and playing racquet sports.

The services Dr. Irwin provides include:

  • Treatment of blood cancers, benign and malignant
  • Treatment of solid tumors
  • Bone marrow biopsies
Languages: English
Certification: Oncology, Internal Medicine
Professional School: Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (New Brunswick, NJ)
Residency: Duke University Medical Center (Durham, NC)
Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center (Durham, NC)
Medical Groups:
  • MultiCare Oncology Group
Practice Philosophy:

I view myself as a partner in my patients' health care, valuing their input as I help them select the treatment options that most closely align with their lifestyle, family and spiritual goals. My goals are to identify and provide access to the most recent, appropriate scientific advances; communicate all pertinent information clearly and in a timely manner; and treat each person with compassion, dignity and respect.

Locations

MultiCare Cancer Institute - Tacoma General Hospital

Location Tacoma, WA
Phone: 253-403-1677

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  • 4.9 Provider showed concern
  • 4.9 Provider explained things clearly
  • 4.8 Provider included you in decisions
  • 4.8 Provider discussed treatment options
  • 4.8 Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.8 out of 5 (185 ratings, 34 comments)
  • Mar, 30 2026
    Dr. Irwin shows a real interest in me as a patient. She clearly explains her review and any additional investigation regarding the results of my blood work. I am very comfortable with and trusting of Dr. Irwin.
  • Mar, 26 2026
    I have always had exceptional care at Tacoma General [...]
  • Mar, 18 2026
    Dr Blair Irwin is both compassionate and competent. I trust her with my life. She keeps informed on the latest but always includes me in decisions. She explains why if she can't give me what I want and ensures I understand and am okay with the decisions we make about my life. She takes all of my concerns seriously. I am very grateful for her.
  • Mar, 4 2026
    The Dr in the time we had with her was attentive to our questions but it felt rushed
  • Feb, 24 2026
    She went over a new test that I could take that could answer any questions about my cancers movement. I took the test while I was there
  • Feb, 4 2026
    Dr. Irwin is professional and kind.I am very confident in her knowledge.She is a credit to her profesdmsion.
  • Jan, 25 2026
    My Care Provider did an excellent job and if I had Any questions,she helped me .
  • Jan, 12 2026
    I can't say enough positive comments about the care I get from my primary doctor, Dr Irwin and the other profiler , Dr Robertson. They are knowledgeable, concerned, careful, provide excellent care and are a credit to MultiCare
  • Jan, 6 2026
    Dr Irwin is kind and compassionate and I appreciate her listening to my concerns.
  • Dec, 4 2025
    Dr. Irwin has always given me great care. I have a blood clot disorder as well as they treating me for my breast cancer and my last year there she asked if I had any one that was seeing me as a blood specialist for that and I said no and she asked if I wanted her to stay on and I said yes. This time during my visit my main focus was on my weight because I had stopped vaping and food was my only vise again. She was kind and listened and referred me to a weight loss management people which called today. I have always been very pleased with all of the cancer doctors there at TG. Thank you.
  • Nov, 27 2025
    I would hesitate ONLY because its so hard to get appointments for new patients
  • Oct, 19 2025
    My Care Provider was aware of my health problems and told me exactly what I neededTo do to help my health problems get better.
  • Oct, 15 2025
    I feel very lucky to have such a great Dr. Dr. Irwin explains everything well and provides me with all of my care options.
  • Sep, 3 2025
    Appointments here always feel rushed - like she's in a hurry
  • Aug, 28 2025
    I cannot say enough good things about either the nurse assistant, Bobbie, and especially about Dr Irwin.
  • Aug, 7 2025
    Dr. Irwin is a credit to her profession.Pleasant, knowledgable, and kind.
  • Aug, 4 2025
    Dr. Irwin always shakes my hand with joyful and direct greeting on entering room. One of the most empathetic, knowledgeable, easy to talk to, has up-to-date scientific facts and studies to share, listens intently, leaves me with all the answers and leaves me feeling more settled and in good hands than any doctor in memory. So grateful she is local in Gig Harbor for me, and everyone.
  • Jul, 24 2025
    Dr Irwin isca verry through doctor. Ireslly like her interation and consern for my health.
  • Jul, 21 2025
    The effort and recommendations she made were so very good.She asked theNecessary questions in regard to my health and made decisions that wereRelevant to my well being.I thank her for caring and the health explanationsShe made. I truly thank her.
  • Jul, 17 2025
    I have other things going on besides cancer and the Doctor is very good at listening and working with me on them.
  • Jun, 19 2025
    Dr Irwin cares about my feelings and concerns and is carefully watching my cancer journey. I have confidence in her.
  • Jun, 10 2025
    I have never had a bad experience with the staff at the Gig Harbor or Tacoma facility. Dr Irwin and the staff are excellent.
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