Cancer Genetic Counseling

The Hereditary Cancer Service provides cancer risk assessment, genetic counseling and testing services for individuals and families with concerns about inherited cancer predispositions.  Services are provided by a team of cancer professionals led by our genetic counselors.

Cancer genetic counselors specialize in educating individuals about inherited cancer risks identifying what type of inherited predisposition could be possible and knowing the appropriate type of test to order correctly interpreting results so that you and your doctor can make informed decisions regarding your medical care.

For more information call 719-776-5279

Useful Web Sites

brightPink: National breast and ovarian cancer non-profit organization with an exclusive focus on prevention and early detection of breast and ovarian cancer in high-risk young women.

FORCE: A national breast and ovarian cancer non-profit organization designed to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.

National Cancer Institute - Dictionary of Genetics Terms: Definitions of genetics and cancer genetics terminology.

Meet our Genetic Counselors