Cancer Genetics Clinic
The Cancer Genetics Clinic offers genetic counseling for families and individuals — both children and adults — who are referred to discuss genetic testing for disorders related to cancer. Patients may benefit from genetic counseling if there is a personal and/or family history of a known cancer gene change (also known as a ‘mutation’) or a family history of cancer. Once a patient has had genetic testing, genetic counseling can provide more information about the meaning of the test result.
Cancer Genetics Clinic team discusses patients and treatments with Medical Genetics Division Director Hope Northrup, MD.
Cancer Genetics Clinic services include:
- Collection, evaluation, and review of medical and family histories in order to provide a thorough risk assessment
- Discussion of the benefits and limitations to genetic testing
- Coordination and ordering of genetic testing
- Interpretation and explanation of genetic testing results
Once patients meet with the genetic counselor, the Cancer Genetics Clinic team sends a visit summary to the referring physician. If testing was ordered during the visit, patients will be contacted with results when they are available.
Clinic Information
The Cancer Genetics Clinic is held every Monday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the UTHealth Houston Professional Building, Suite 500 (5th floor). Online appointments are available as well. For all scheduling questions call 713-500-5760.
