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Robin C. Schwartz, M.S., C.G.C.
Ms. Schwartz received her bachelor’s degree in biology from
Herbert H. Lehman College in 1973, and her master’s degree in
genetic counseling from Rutgers University in 1976. A member
of the National Society of Genetic Counseling since 1979, she
was a coordinator in Clinical Genetics at Columbia University, a
research associate at Rutgers University, and has been at UConn
Health Center since 1987.
Appointments
- Certified Genetic Counselor
- Assistant Professor, Departments of Genetics and
Developmental Biology
and Pediatrics
Specialty
Certification
American Board of Medical Genetics, Genetic Counseling, 1982
American Board of Genetic Counseling, 1993
Hospital Affiliation
John Dempsey Hospital
Interest Statement
Ms. Schwartz strives to provide information to individuals
with an increased risk to develop cancer, so that they, along
with their health care providers, can activate personalized
cancer prevention strategies. Genetic risk assessment can play a
role in the early identification of families with a higher risk
to develop cancer. Individuals in families with concerns about
their cancer risk often seek guidance and information. Ms.
Schwartz's goal is to answer their questions and support their
decisions regarding the management of, and coping with, their
familial cancer risk.
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Office Location
UConn Health Center
263 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT 06030
Phone: 860-523-6424
Fax: 860-523-6465 Directions
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