Monika Zak-Aptekar is a senior genetic counselor with specialty in cancer genetics. She developed and currently runs the cancer genetics program at Winthrop University Hospital. Since 2003, Winthrop has offered genetic counseling and risk assessment for patients with hereditary predisposition to cancer syndromes. Monika has a master’s degree in Biology and Education, and a second master’s degree in Human Genetics.
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Posts by Monika Zak-Aptekar
Thursday, May 20th, 2010
Over-the-Counter Genetics Testing for Cancer
I absolutely agree with this recent article about over the counter genetics tests doctors warn [...]
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010
Breast Cancer and Heredity
There is a huge misconception among general population about breast cancer and genetic predisposition. First [...]