GC 5211 Cancer Genetics

This course will cover fundamental principles and hereditary conditions in cancer. Concepts related to carcinogenesis, clinical oncology, hereditary breast, colon, ovarian and other common cancer syndromes, rare cancer syndromes, and management of high-risk patients will be covered. Learners will gain skills in tailoring family history and risk assessment to cancer cases and preview psychosocial considerations of cancer risk assessment and counseling.

Credits

2