The Department of Molecular and Medical Genetics at OHSU in collaboration with the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute provides outpatient clinical consultation for patients with various cancer diagnoses and those who may be at increased risk of developing cancer due to family history. Clinics at the Center for Health and Healing provide services to patients with breast, ovarian, and GI tract cancers, as well as patients with a known hereditary predisposition to cancer. Patients with other known or suspected inherited cancer syndromes are also evaluated.

Your appointment- what to expect

• In depth discussion with Geneticist and Genetic Counselor
• Review of personal medical history
  • Results of any genetic testing
• Detailed family history (Bring your completed Family History Questionnaire)
  • Results of genetic testing of your family members
• Limited physical exam
• Review of the condition and inheritance pattern
• Personalized risk assessment/management recommendations
• Outline of genetic testing options available
  • Implications for medical management and family members
• Coordination for Genetic testing if appropriate
  • Review of genetic testing insurance coverage process
  • In some cases, blood may be drawn the same day