Matthew Lonergan, MD - President

Patient Care Philosophy

Encouraging and engaging, Dr. Matthew Lonergan enjoys working with patients and their families to help them reach their goals. This collaborative approach can often turn devastating news into a focused treatment plan and a favorable outcome.

Dr. Lonergan joined WVCI after spending 13 years in clinical practice in Kirkland, Washington. He was named Seattle Metropolitan magazine’s “Top Doctor” for Medical Oncology 2015, and is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. He is a past president and current executive board member of the Washington State Medical Oncology Society. From 2018 to the end of 2023, Dr. Lonergan served as medical director for Willamette Valley Cancer Institute, until on January 1, 2024, he transitioned to Practice President.

Personal Information

Dr. Lonergan relocated to Eugene to be closer to his family and root for his collegiate alma mater, the Oregon Ducks. He plans to raise his family in Eugene, so they can camp, ski and hike the same trails he did as a child.