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REFER A PATIENT
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Genetic Counseling
The Stanford Cancer Genetics Program offers genetic individuals concerned about the risk of an inherited cancer predisposition with:
- Genetic counseling
- Genetic testing
- Psychological support
- Risk assessment and reduction
Care and Treatment
Overview
Cancer results from an accumulation of genetic changes within a cell that allow uncontrolled cell growth. In the vast majority of cancers, these changes are not inherited but occur after birth due to random biological events and exposure to certain environmental agents.
Occasionally, families have a very strong cancer history suggesting that a major, inherited cancer predisposition gene is responsible. The most common inherited cancers include breast, ovarian and colon although other types exist.
Occasionally, families have a very strong cancer history suggesting that a major, inherited cancer predisposition gene is responsible. The most common inherited cancers include breast, ovarian and colon although other types exist.
The Stanford Cancer Center offers genetic counseling and genetic testing for individuals concerned about the risk of an inherited cancer predisposition.
Our services include individualized cancer risk assessments based on medical and family history, detailed discussion of options for genetic testing and recommendations for preventive screening and treatments. Our team includes genetic counselors, oncologists and geneticists.
Genetic counseling involves a comprehensive personal risk analysis and education about the genetic mechanisms related to cancer.
If indicated, genetic testing is offered, but only after the benefits, risks and limits of each test are carefully considered. Choosing if and when to test is ultimately a very personal decision.
For Patients
PREPARE FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT
Review the New Patient Packet for information about:
- What to expect on the day of your appointment
- Maps, directions, parking, public transit options, and contact information
- Other patient resources
MEDICAL RELEASE
Please fax the Medical Record Release Form to your new patient coordinator. The medical release form is an authorization form for external facilities to release medical records to Stanford Health Care (formerly Stanford Hospital & Clinics).
International Patients
Phone: +1 1-650-723-8561
Email: IMS@stanfordhealthcare.org
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For Health Care Professionals
PHYSICIAN HELPLINE
Phone: 1-866-742-4811
Fax: 650-320-9443
Monday – Friday,
8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Stanford Health Care (formerly Stanford Hospital & Clinics) provides comprehensive services to refer and track patients, as well as provides the latest information and news for physicians and office staff. For help with all referral needs and questions visit Referring Physicians.
HOW TO REFER
Fax a referral form with supporting documentation to 650-320-9443.
Track your patients' progress and communicate with Stanford providers securely online.
To request an appointment by phone, call:
Stanford Cancer Center Palo Alto
650-498-6000
Stanford Cancer Center South Bay
408-426-4900
