A prominent cancer doctor, Dr. Krystal Cascetta, and her baby were discovered dead in what appears to be a murder-suicide at their home in Somers, New York.
Investigators suspect that Dr. Cascetta entered her child's bedroom and tragically opened fire on the infant before turning the gun on herself.
The community is shocked by the loss of the esteemed oncologist, who worked at New York City's Mount Sinai Hospital.
The New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation is currently looking into the details of the apparent murder-suicide.
Dr. Krystal Cascetta was well-regarded in her field as an assistant professor of medicine specializing in hematology and medical oncology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Her dedication to her patients and contributions to clinical care were recognized with awards during her career.
Late Dr. Krystal Cascetta with an award.
Her areas of expertise included breast cancer clinical trials, gynecologic cancer, sarcoma, and gastrointestinal cancers.
Dr. Cascetta's contributions to the medical community and her compassionate care have left a lasting impact on her patients and colleagues.
On social media, tributes poured in for the doctor and her baby, reflecting the deep sense of loss felt by those who knew her.
Friends, colleagues, and patients remember her as a caring and compassionate individual who always put her patients first.
Dr. Cascetta's academic achievements were impressive, having earned a biochemistry degree and a medical degree from Albany Medical College.
She continued her education with a master's in health administration and held board certifications in hematology, internal medicine, and medical oncology.
Investigation is ongoing in order to shed light on the circumstances surrounding this devastating event.
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