Mike Van Wyngarden, PA-C (he/him)

  • Instructor of OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, School of Medicine

Biography

I am an advanced practice provider with experience in treating hematologic malignancies, or, blood cancers and disorders. I work at OHSU’s Knight Cancer Institute and have a particular focus on multiple myeloma and related conditions like amyloidosis and plasma cell leukemia (PCL).

Some of the treatments I provide my patients include:

  • Bone marrow biopsies
  • Lumbar punctures
  • Chemotherapy management and treatment plans (in coordination with the patient’s oncologist)

I previously worked in lab research and clinical trials focused on blood cancers, especially multiple myeloma. After graduating from PA school in 2022, I started my career in inpatient general surgery and trauma. In 2025, I returned to my true passion—hematology and oncology—where I can support patients through their cancer journey.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.P.A.S., 2022, Colorado Mesa University
    • B.S., 2016, Hope College
  • Certifications

    • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2022

Memberships and associations:

  • American Association of Physician Assistants

Publications

Publications