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Madilyn Head began her research journey at the University of Montana, contributing to evolutionary genetics, cellular biology, and immunology focused projects. Inspired by the altruistic nature of research, she pursued a degree in Genetic Counseling from the University of Washington, where she conducted a qualitative analysis regarding implementing a hereditary breast and ovarian cancer risk assessment in primary care. This experience deepened her interest in the intersection of public health and genetic counseling, and she hopes to enhance accessibility through broader education initiatives in public health and primary care. Madilyn will be working with the Washington State Department of Health, assessing primary care providers' knowledge and educational needs regarding hereditary cancer syndromes, ultimately contributing to the integration of genetics in primary care.