Cancer genetic counseling helps€¦ · family history of cancer or personal medical history. It is especially helpful for families with: • Individuals diagnosed with cancer at

The Hereditary Oncology Prevention and Evaluation Program

Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jerseyis the state’s onlyNational Cancer Institute-designated ComprehensiveCancer Center.

This coveted designation is awarded competitively to institutions characterized byscientificexcellence and the ability to bring research discoveries to patients. Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jerseydelivers advanced comprehensive carefor adults and children, conducts cutting-edge cancer research, transforms discoveriesinto clinical practiceand provides education and outreach regarding cancerprevention, detection and treatment.

Cancer genetic counseling helps individuals and families:

• Recognize the role family history plays in cancer risk

• Learn more about their personal cancer risk

• Realize when genetic testing is appropriate

• Understand medical options available to manage cancer risk

• Choose individually appropriate medical strategiesTo schedule

an appointment with

the HOPE Program,

please call 732-235-7110.

You will also find

more information at:

www.cinj.org/geneticcounseling

Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

195LittleAlbanyStreet •NewBrunswick,NewJersey 08903-2681

732-235-CINJ (2465)•www.cinj.org

Program is designed for anyonewho is concerned about their risk ofdeveloping cancer based on his or herfamily history of cancer or personalmedical history.

It is especiallyhelpful for families with:

• Individuals diagnosed with cancerat a younger age than the aver-age in the general population,typically less than age 50;

• Several individuals with thesame type of cancer, or relat-ed cancers (such as breast

and ovarian cancer, or colonand endometrial cancer);

• At least two generationsaffected with cancer and/orpre-cancerous lesions/multi-

ple colon polyps;

• Several individuals with lesscommon types of cancer(such as pancreatic cancer orovarian cancer); or

• An individual who has had severaldifferent types of cancer.

If this describes you or your familymember(s), please discuss geneticcounseling with your healthcareprovider.

• • •To arrange an appointment

with the HOPE Program,please call 732-235-7110. You will also find more

information on our web site: www.cinj.org/

geneticcounseling.

• • •

During your initial appointment with the HOPEProgram, you can expect to:

• Provide information about yourpersonal and family medical history;

• Discuss how your personal andfamily medical history impact yourrisk for cancer;

• Learn about cancer genetics andvarious medical managementoptions;

• Review the benefits and limita-tions of genetic testing, if appro-priate;

• Meet members of our multidisci-plinary HOPE team, including a genetic counselor, medicaloncologist, surgical oncologist,gynecologic oncologist, and/orsocial worker, if appropriate; and

• Learn about specific federal andstate laws that protect individualsfrom genetic discrimination.

Follow up visits may be necessarybased on the discussion and rec-ommendations at your initial ap-pointment. Most insurance compa-nies will cover the cost of the initialgenetic counseling appointment,and many will cover the cost ofgenetic testing if it is medicallyindicated. Any specific questions orconcerns can be addressed duringyour appointment.

The LIFE Center

The LIFE Center atRutgers Cancer Institute

of New Jersey provides youngwomen with information aboutbreast cancer diagnosis, preventionand treatment. The LIFE Center(LPGA Pros In the Fight to Eradicatebreast cancer) was established to recognize the support of profes-sional golfer, Val Skinner, the Ladies Professional Golf Association, and the Val Skinner Foundation supporters. Through the HOPEProgram at The LIFE Center, young women with a personal orfamily history of breast cancer canlearn more about their risk to develop cancer as well as currentmanagement strategies available to help modify their risk.

The

The

Hereditary Oncology

Prevention and Evaluation

(HOPE) Program at Rutgers

Cancer Institute of New Jersey

provides comprehensive

genetic counseling and cancer

risk assessment for individuals

with a personal or

family history

of cancer.