Susan P. Domchek

Susan P. Domchek is an accomplished physician and researcher known for her work in cancer genetics, particularly breast and ovarian cancer. She focuses on understanding how inherited genetic mutations, such as those in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, increase cancer risk. As the executive director of the Basser Center for BRCA at the University of Pennsylvania, she aims to advance research, provide education, and improve clinical care for individuals with BRCA mutations. Her contributions have significantly enhanced knowledge about hereditary cancers and informed strategies for prevention and treatment.