Dorothy Pathak

Dorothy Pathak is a Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at Michigan State University (MSU). Her research focuses on cancer etiology and prevention, particularly breast cancer incidence and migration-related epidemiological factors. She has led Department of Defense-funded initiatives to improve secondary prevention compliance in family medicine residencies.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Biostatistics, University of New Mexico
• M.S. in Epidemiology, Harvard School of Public Health

Research Interests:

• Migration patterns and breast cancer incidence in Polish immigrant populations
• Integration of epidemiological principles into family medicine practices
• Cancer prevention strategies in clinical settings

Grants and Projects:

• Department of Defense-funded study enhancing breast cancer prevention compliance in family practice residencies