Carol Hoffman has been a Genomic Science Specialist with Quest Diagnostics since 2011. She supports molecular testing at Athena Diagnostics, an esoteric lab specializing in genetic testing for neuromuscular and neurogenetic, endocrine, immunological, and renal disorders. She provides genetic consultation and support for external clients (medical specialists, genetic counselors, geneticists, laboratories) as well as for internal departments and staff.
Prior to joining Quest, Dr. Hoffman worked as a clinical genetic counselor at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Subsequently, she was a research genetic counselor for the Genetics of Autism Study sponsored by the Autism Consortium at the University of Massachusetts. She is also trained as a developmental neuropsychologist.
Dr. Hoffman earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Michigan, a master’s degree in child development from Tufts University, a doctorate degree in developmental neuropsychology from Boston University and a master’s degree in genetic counseling from Brandeis University.