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Dr Katherine Schon

Honorary Consultant, Clinical Genetics

I am an honorary consultant in the Clinical Genetics department and an assistant professor in the university department of Genomic Medicine.
Dr Katherine Schon

My current role

I have general genetics clinics in Kings Lynn and specialist neurogenetics clinics at Addenbrooke's hospital. I have expertise in mitochondrial disorders and work with the Cambridge Mitochondrial Clinical Research Group. I also run a joint clinic with paediatric neurology for management of children with Congenital Insensitivity to Pain.

Previous history

Before joining CUH, I completed my foundation training and core medical training in London. During my registrar training, I did a PhD in mitochondrial disorders.

Membership and accreditations

  • Royal College of Physicians
  • European Society Human Genetics
  • British Society Genomic Medicine

Personal interests

When I'm not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family and playing the piano.