The Washington Cancer Genetics Program is a collaboration between Washington 医院 and UCSF Health. The program offers genetic counseling for individuals concerned with the risk of an inherited cancer predisposition. 诊所 staff includes genetic counselors, medical oncologists and registered nurses.
Some of the cancers for which we perform genetic tests include:
Speak with your primary care physician to determine if a referral to this program is appropriate. Or call Christine Mikkelsen at 510.818.7356 for more information.
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