Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program
The UCSF Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program is a comprehensive genetic counseling service for families with a history of cancer. It is the largest genetic testing center for cancer in Northern California.
Our genetic counselors provide information about hereditary cancers as well as an assessment of your personal and family history and, when appropriate, genetic testing for cancer predisposition. Counselors and doctors use the findings, along with other cancer risk factors, to design an individualized risk management program for you that includes recommendations for cancer screening and options for preventive measures.
For more information, please visit our FAQ about cancer genetic testing and prevention.
Our locations
Patient education
Our team
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Liane Abrams
LCGC, MS
Genetic counselor -
Amie Blanco
CGC, MS
Genetic counselor -
Lauren Bowling
CGC, MS
Genetic counselor -
Nicola Cadenas
LCGC, MS
Genetic counselor -
Caitlin Castanzo
CGC, MS
Genetic counselor -
Mallika Dhawan
MD
Medical oncologist -
Elizabeth Lynn
NP, MSN
Nurse practitioner -
Julie Mak
LCGC, MS
Genetic counselor -
Ashlie Miller
LCGC, MS
Genetic counselor -
Christina Pedley
MS, LCGC
Genetic counselor -
Marta Sabbadini
PhD, MS
Genetic counselor -
Liana Smolich
MS
Genetic counselor -
Barry Tong
LCGC, MS, MPH
Genetic counselor -
Adrienne Wakeling
LCGC, MS
Genetic counselor
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Amie Blanco
CGC, MS
Genetic counselor -
Lauren Bowling
CGC, MS
Genetic counselor -
Caitlin Castanzo
CGC, MS
Genetic counselor -
Miya Frick
LCGC, MS
Genetic counselor -
Robin Lee
LCGC, MS
Genetic counselor -
Marta Sabbadini
PhD, MS
Genetic counselor -
Liana Smolich
MS
Genetic counselor -
Barry Tong
LCGC, MS, MPH
Genetic counselor
Clinical trials
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Recruiting
Awards & recognition
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Best hospital in Northern California
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Best in Northern California in cancer care
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Designated comprehensive cancer center
Support services
Plan your visit
What to Bring
- Health Insurance Card
- Insurance authorization, if required
- Doctor's referral, if required
- Recent test results related to your condition
- List of your medications, including dosages, plus any you're allergic to
- List of any vitamins or supplements
- List of questions you may have
- Device or paper for taking notes
International Services
If you live in another country and are coming to UCSF for medical
treatment, our patient liaisons can help coordinate all aspects of your visit.
Interpreters
UCSF offers language services at no charge for patients with limited
English, as well as for patients who are deaf or have trouble hearing.
Hospital Stays
Checking into the hospital? Find helpful information by clicking on the relevant “Your Hospital Stay” booklet: Mission Bay, Parnassus or Mount
Zion.
Your Doctor Visit
See our top 10 tips for making your UCSF doctor’s appointment as stress-free and productive as possible.
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Our research initiatives
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UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center Research
UCSF is home to a range of research initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for cancer patients everywhere. This includes research on topics such as immunotherapy, BRCA mutations and molecular diagnostic testing.
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