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Karen Dirrigl, MS

Specializes in Genetic Counseling

Karen Dirrigl, MS, is a Genetic Counselor for the Dignity Health – Cancer Institute at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center. She works with patients to determine their risk for cancer, including melanoma and hepatobiliary cancer, based on their unique health and family histories. Karen’s goal is to support informed decision making and coping for those determined to be at risk for cancer after genetic testing. For women dealing with breast cancer, her goal is to help them achieve greater breast health. For men coping with prostate cancer, her goal is to counsel them toward better overall health.

Karen received her Bachelor of Science degree from Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, PA. She received her Master of Science degree in Genetic Counseling from Howard University in Washington, D.C. Karen has experience in pediatric, prenatal and cancer genetics.

For more information about Karen Dirrigl, MS, or to schedule an appointment at Dignity Health – Cancer Institute at St. Joseph’s, please call us at (602) 406-8222. Our fax number is 602.406.6242.

  • Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, PA
  • Howard University in Washington, DC
  • National Society of Genetic Counselors