Hereditary Genetics: Current Research

Herman JD

Herman JD
Professional Employment, Elite Women's Health Care
USA

Biography

Dr. Herman is an Attending Physician at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a partner in his practice - Elite Women’s Healthcare.
He is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s Health at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University in New York.

Due to a special interest in the hereditary nature of Breast and Ovarian cancers Dr. Herman has become a leader in the identification, testing and treatment of patients who are at risk for HBOC (Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome). Dr. Herman has developed, refined and implemented strategies for testing appropriate patients in the clinical office setting.

Through more than 320 lectures, meetings and media appearances Dr. Herman has taught both the science and the practical application to physicians and their ancillary personnel. Speaking forums have included grand rounds presentations, resident didactic lectures, community based events, as well as dinner conferences and lunch meetings. He is a frequent featured physician at women’s health day events.

Research Interest

HBOC & Lynch Syndrome