Kathleen Blazer

Kathleen R. Blazer, EdD, MS, CGC, is an Assistant Clinical Professor and the Director of the Cancer Genomics Education Program (CGEP) at City of Hope National Medical Center. She has been with the institution since 1998 and has played a pivotal role in developing and managing initiatives funded by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) within the CGEP. This program focuses on providing comprehensive education and training in cancer genetics for physicians, allied health professionals, and post-doctoral researchers.123

Educational Background and Expertise: Dr. Blazer holds a Doctorate in Education from UCLA and a Master's degree in Genetic Counseling. She is a board-certified genetic counselor specializing in cancer risk assessment and education. Her work emphasizes creating educational frameworks that support cancer genetics practitioners across various practice settings, both domestically and internationally.234

Contributions to Cancer Genomics: Under her leadership, the CGEP has developed various educational programs, including the Intensive Course in Cancer Risk Assessment, which aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of healthcare providers in cancer genomics. Dr. Blazer's research interests include improving educational outcomes for genetics professionals and increasing accessibility to cancer genetics services.123

In addition to her role at City of Hope, Dr. Blazer is recognized for her contributions to the field of genetic counseling through various publications and presentations, further solidifying her reputation as a leader in cancer genomics education.14