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Cancer Genetic Counseling provides genetic counseling and testing to people at increased risk for hereditary cancer and helps them to make informed medical decisions based on their own personal risk assessment.
A percentage of certain cancers, including colorectal, breast, ovarian, and melanoma, have a hereditary component that can be passed from one generation to the next. If you have a family history of cancer on either your mother's or father's side and/or a personal history of cancer, you should look for the following risk factors:
Learn more about genetic counseling.
Smilow Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program provides a multidisciplinary, comprehensive approach to the care of patients at increased risk of cancer, to make new research advances in the field, and to improve awareness about cancer risk and prevention through education and community outreach. Our Program is a component of Yale Cancer Center, a comprehensive cancer center designated by the National Cancer Institute.
Our team is composed of specialists that includes geneticists, genetic counselors, physicians and nurses who work together to provide cancer risk assessment and take steps to prevent the development of cancer.
Genetic consultations are available through the Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program. A genetic consultation will include:
To schedule an appointment for a genetic consultation, call 203-200-1362.
Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven offers cancer support groups.