Karen Tedesco, M.D.
Hematology, Medical Oncology
Sub-Specialties
- Breast
- Genetics
Board Certifications
- Board Certified in Hematology
- Board Certified in Medical Oncology
Memberships & Affiliations
- American Medical Association
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
- American Society of Hematology
- Medical Society of the State of New York
- AOA–Medical Honor Society
- Upstate Medical Alumni Association
Education
- Bachelor of Science Degree – Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
- Medical Degree—SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse (Upstate Medical University)
- Internship—University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
- Residency—University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
- Fellowship in Hematology Oncology – Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Honors & Awards
- Magna Cum Laude, SUNY Health Science Center, Syracuse, NY
- University of Michigan House Officer Research Award
- William J. Williams Award in Internal Medicine
- AMWA Janet M. Glasgow Memorial Achievement Citation
- SPORE (Specialized Program of Research Excellence) student grant
- USON Centum Club for clinical trial enrollment
- To Life! Extra Mile Award
Leadership
- Director, NYOH Hereditary Cancer Risk Assessment Program
- Treasurer, NYOH Board of Directors
- Member, US Oncology Breast Cancer Research Committee
- GREAT (USON Genetic Risk Evaluation and Testing) executive committee member
- Co-chair, GREAT Research Committee
- Vice Chair, NYOH Research Committee
- USON Breast Cancer Pathways Taskforce
Biography
Dr. Tedesco is married to a gastroenterologist and has three children. A former competitive gymnast, she enjoys fitness, running, travel and spending time with family and friends. She also plays an active role in local cancer education events.