Meet Your Cancer Genetics Specialists

Kimberly Conboy, FNP-C, RN, DPT, CGRA

Kimberly Conboy, FNP-C, RN, DPT, CLTKim began her healthcare career in 2006, with a Master’s and Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Deciding to pursue nursing, Kim graduated from St. Joseph’s College of Nursing and continued to SUNY Upstate Medical University, to obtain a Master of Science in Nursing, graduating Summa Cum Laude.

Now a nationally certified Family Nurse Practitioner, Kim has dedicated her career to working in oncology. She has a passion for cancer care, cancer genetics, and patient advocacy. She currently practices at Hematology Oncology Associates of Central New York, where she works an Advanced Practitioner in Radiation Oncology and Genetics. She completed the Intensive Course in Community Cancer Genetics and Research Training through the City of Hope in 2021, and is Cancer Genetic Risk Assessment Certified through the National Consortium of Breast Centers.


Kristen Weiler FNP-BC, RN, OCN, CGRA

Kristen Weiler FNP-BC, RN, OCNKristen graduated from Crouse College of Nursing in 2009 and quickly found her passion for oncology as an inpatient Registered Nurse. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing while continuing her career in outpatient oncology, ultimately going on to receive her Master of Science at SUNY Polytechnic Institute in Utica, NY.

As a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, Kristen’s focus and passion for cancer care continues with cancer genetics and medical oncology. She is continually amazed by the strength of her patients, and their willingness to allow her to share their journey. Kristen enjoys the science of cancer genetics, including the fact that it is always evolving and supporting improvements in cancer care. She completed the Intensive Course in Genomic Cancer Risk Assessment through the City of Hope in 2021 and is Cancer Genetic Risk Assessment Certified through the National Consortium of Breast Centers. She is currently practicing at Hematology Oncology Associates of Central New York as a Nurse Practitioner in Medical Oncology and Genetics.


Kathryn Snyder, FNP, RN, AOCN

Kathryn Snyder, FNP, RN, AOCN, CGRAKathy graduated from Ellis Hospital School of Nursing in Schenectady, NY and worked as a registered nurse for many years before ultimately deciding to continue her education. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from Syracuse University in 1995 and joined Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY as a Nurse Practitioner in 1998.

As a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, Kathy’s focus is medical oncology and hematology. Having provided genetic counseling throughout her time at HOA, Kathy decided to join the Cancer Genetics Team in 2021. As a life-long learner, Kathy continues to be fascinated by the advancements made in the field of cancer genetics. She enjoys getting to know patients and their families and providing them guidance to reduce their cancer risks.


Mya Robertson, FNP-BC, RN, OCN, CGRA

Mya Robertson, FNP-BC, RN, OCN, CGRAMya is a board- certified Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She graduated with her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Elmira College. She obtained her master’s degree at SUNY Upstate Medical University, graduating Sigma Theta Tau International.  She has specialized in breast care since 2004.  She is a breast navigator and certified in clinical breast exams. She has extensive training with benign and malignant conditions of the breast. 

Mya also completed training at the City of Hope for cancer genetics and cancer risk assessment.  She is currently employed at Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY as a Nurse Practitioner, seeing patients in a high risk clinic. 

As Cancer Genetics Advanced Practitioners, Kim, Kristen, Kathy and Mya educate patients and their families regarding genetic testing options and offer personalized care to identify appropriate cancer screening and medical management options. They are specifically trained to advise you about:

  • Your risk of developing specific types of cancer based on your personal and family history
  • Genetics test that can give you more information about risk of certain types of cancer
  • The testing process including testing options, accuracy and limitations of testing and insurance cost/ coverage
  • Emotional, psychological, and social consequences of knowing test results
  • Cancer screening and prevention options
  • The privacy of your genetic information
  • Talking with your family about cancer risk

To Schedule an Appointment

Please call us at 315-472-7504. We can meet with you at any of our locations: East Syracuse, Syracuse, or Auburn.