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Clinical Cancer Genetics Program



Karen Lu, M.D.

Co-Medical Director
Gynecologic Oncology



Banu Arun, M.D.
Co-Medical Director
Breast Medical Oncology

Approximately 5-10% of cancer is inherited. Individuals with a genetic predisposition will have a far higher chance of developing cancer within their lifetime and at an earlier age. Genetic testing can help determine whether a family has a hereditary cancer predisposition syndrome. Individuals who have genetically higher risks to develop certain cancers are recommended to follow high-risk cancer surveillance and management. The Clinical Cancer Genetics Program can coordinate genetic testing and high-risk cancer surveillance for individuals and their families with hereditary cancer syndromes.

Referral Guidelines:    Breast Center    Endocrine Center    GI Center    Gynecologic Oncology Center    Pediatrics and Rare Diseases   

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News and Events

February 4, 2012  Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome Patient Education Conference      more>>

Read about the CCG Program in our 2010 Annual Report

Watch our new videos!

Understanding Hereditary Cancer (4:39)

Am I at Risk for Hereditary Cancer? (4:27)


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