Tsewang Tashi,
MD
Languages Spoken: English, French, Hindi, Mandarin Chinese, Tibetan, Urdu
Dr. Tsewang Tashi joined the University of Utah faculty after completing his hematology/oncology fellowship in 2015, and is involved in research with Dr. Josef Prchal on high altitude genetic adaptation, hypoxia signaling and molecular genetics of myeloproliferative neoplasms. He received his medical degree from Chang Gung University, Taiwan, and completed his internal medicine residency both in Taiwan, and in the US from Creighton University Medical Center, Omaha, NE. His research and clinical interest lies in myeloid malignancies and currently sees patients with myeloproliferative neoplasms, including systemic mastocytosis. He established and currently leads the Mastocytosis Program at the Huntsman Cancer Hospital. Additionally, he also sees patients at the University of Utah's South Jordan Huntsman clinic and also serves veterans at the Salt Lake City VA Medical Center.
Clinical Locations
Clinic 2D/E BMT/Hematology-Malignant
801-585-0236
Fax: (801) 581-8168
801-213-4518
Fax: (801) 445-1320
VA - Building #14
Hematology/Oncology801-582-1565
Fax: (801) 588-5868
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Internal Medicine
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | Hematology/BMT |
| Board Certification | American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine) American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology) American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology) |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.8/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.8/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.8/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.5/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.8/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
October 21, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
I feel like my care is important to provider
UofU Patient
October 14, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Tashi show exceptional kindness and concern. He answered important questions posed directly and confidently. He explained the difference between MCAS and Mastocytosis with clarity and inspired confidence that treatment was possible. You have a great physician in Dr. Tashi.
UofU Patient
September 05, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Tashi is an excellent doctor for me. He always has great answers to my questions and doesn't over-simplify things. We are able to have great communications back and forth, and he never makes me feel like he is in a rush. I appreciate his knowledge and that he is involved in some excellent research. I am lucky to have him as my doctor.
UofU Patient
September 03, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr Tashi is always thorough. He took extra time explaining side effects of my drugs and outlook for my future. I am in prrrfect hands for my care.
UofU Patient
September 02, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
For the first time since I was diagnosed with cancer that I felt confident about my care
UofU Patient
July 30, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Tashi was very kind and informative. He spent a lot of time with me to explain things clearly. He answered all my questions in detail.
UofU Patient
April 30, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
He made me feel so ignorant though I was following a previous docs diagnosis/care plan. He reprimanded me & I found myself apologizing for doing what a previous doc told me to do. I've been waiting for his results but keep thinking beside manner is gone at the U health. 2 back to back experiences last week like this/w sep docs
UofU Patient
April 08, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
They help me become a better person and brought a lot of anguish and humility of myself to the surface
UofU Patient
April 02, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Everyone is excellent.
UofU Patient
March 07, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Tashi explained answers to my questions very well. I like that he can get into some detail when he sees that I'm interested in learning more about my condition. He spent some time with me and never made me feel like he was in a rush.
UofU Patient
March 04, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Tashi is excellent at hearing my thoughts and helping me live my life to the fullest possible extent as I live through my health issue.
UofU Patient
February 19, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Always pleased with Dr. Tashi's informative and calm approach to issues discussed.
UofU Patient
February 07, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr Tashi is the most impressive provider I've met in recent history. He's the real deal and knows how to talk with lay people.
UofU Patient
January 08, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
January 04, 2022
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Superb.
UofU Patient
December 18, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Tashi has done an exceptional job of describing what is going on with my body. He takes his time to explain in simple terms that the any patient could understand. His (bedside manner) is exceptional. I'd recommend him to anyone with a similar condition as I have.
UofU Patient
November 13, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr Tashi is awesome.
UofU Patient
October 31, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Great service
UofU Patient
October 24, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
De. Tashi is very good at explaining and listening .
UofU Patient
October 15, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Tashi is excellent
UofU Patient
October 08, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Very nice and caring...everyone
UofU Patient
July 26, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Dr Tashi explained my lab test results in a way that gave me piece of mind. He was very kind to listen to my concerns and questions. Excellent Doctor!
UofU Patient
July 16, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
We did not have a bad experience at all.
UofU Patient
July 12, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
Very concerned but at the same time very upbeat and possitive
UofU Patient
June 12, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
the best
UofU Patient
June 03, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
My appointment with Dr. Tashi was excellent. He was extremely informative and thorough.
UofU Patient
May 27, 2021
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER
When I have an appointment with Dr. Tashi, I feel I have had a wonderful conversation with a person that has my welfare foremost in his mind. I feel calm, well informed, and my concerns validated and explored.
UofU Patient
May 07, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
loved consult with doctor. first visit. very thorough
UofU Patient
April 18, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
He was such a good doctor. I loved how much he explained everything and gave me options.
UofU Patient
February 07, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
very helpful, concerned and caring!
UofU Patient
January 08, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
I'm very impressed with Dr. Tashi.
UofU Patient
January 06, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
virtual meeting was just what I had hopped for.
UofU Patient
December 21, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Incredibly grateful for the amazing care and knowledge provided!
Dr. Tsewang Tashi joined the University of Utah faculty after completing his hematology/oncology fellowship in 2015, and is involved in research with Dr. Josef Prchal on high altitude genetic adaptation, hypoxia signaling and molecular genetics of myeloproliferative neoplasms. He received his medical degree from Chang Gung University, Taiwan, and completed his internal medicine residency both in Taiwan, and in the US from Creighton University Medical Center, Omaha, NE. His research and clinical interest lies in myeloid malignancies and currently sees patients with myeloproliferative neoplasms, including systemic mastocytosis. He established and currently leads the Mastocytosis Program at the Huntsman Cancer Hospital. Additionally, he also sees patients at the University of Utah's South Jordan Huntsman clinic and also serves veterans at the Salt Lake City VA Medical Center.
Academic Locations
Huntsman Cancer Hospital
801-581-5062
(801) 585-3432
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Internal Medicine
-
Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | Hematology/BMT |
| Board Certification | American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine) American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology) American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology) |
Research Interests
- Myeloid Malignancies
- Hypoxia
Education History
| Fellowship | University of Utah Hematology/Oncology Fellow, 2015 |
| Residency | Creighton University Internal Medicine Resident, 2011 |
| Residency | Pingtung Christian Hospital Internal Medicine Resident, 2008 |
| Internship | MacKay Memorial Hospital Internal Medicine Intern, 2005 |
| Professional Medical | Chang Gung University School of Medicine Medicine M.D., 2003 |
| Graduate Training | University of Utah Master of Science in Clinical Investigation M.S.C.I, |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Feusier JE, Arunachalam S, Tashi T, Baker MJ, VanSant-Webb C, Ferdig A, Welm BE, Rodriguez-Flores JL, Ours C, Jorde LB, Prchal JT, Mason CC (2021). Large-Scale Identification of Clonal Hematopoiesis and Mutations Recurrent in Blood Cancers. Blood Cancer Discov, 2(3), 226-237.
- Gangaraju R, Song J, Kim SJ, Tashi T, Reeves BN, Sundar KM, Thiagarajan P, Prchal JT (2019). Thrombotic, inflammatory, and HIF-regulated genes and thrombosis risk in polycythemia vera and essential thrombocythemia. Blood Adv, 4(6), 1115-1130.
Review
Case Report
Editorial
Global Impact
Education History
| Residency | Pingtung Christian Hospital Internal Medicine Resident |
| Internship | MacKay Memorial Hospital Internal Medicine Intern |
| Professional Medical | Chang Gung University School of Medicine Medicine M.D. |