Wendy Frankel

About Wendy Frankel

Wendy is Kurtz Chair and Distinguished Professor of Pathology and Chair of the Department of Pathology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Wendy currently serves as the President of USCAP and is a leader in gastrointestinal pathology. She played a key role in the Columbus-area HNPCC study to determine the prevalence of Lynch syndrome among all newly diagnosed colorectal and endometrial cancer patients. The results of this study have changed the standard of care for colorectal cancer patients around the world. Her best advice? “Follow your interests, but have the flexibility to take opportunities and modify your plans.”