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.