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Cancer Genetics

Director: Stephen Bernard Gruber, M.D., Ph.D.

The Cancer Genetics Clinic at the U-M Health System is for people who are concerned about their own risk or another family member's risk of cancer. Although most cancers are not "inherited," Some families are particularly susceptible to cancer and may benefit from early detection or other risk- reduction strategies. Our specialists help patients and their families understand genetic contributions to cancer, and develop personalized plans to manage their risk. Genetic testing is helpful for some families. For others, comprehensive risk assessment and genetic counseling provide enough information to develop a plan for lowering the risk of cancer. The Cancer Genetics Clinic provides counseling for all types of cancer including:

Appointments are generally 1 1/2 hour consultations that include an overview of cancer genetics, a history and physical examination to look for signs and symptoms of familial cancer, and individualized counseling regarding strategies of how to lower the risk of cancer. Patients are asked to complete and return a personal and family history questionnaire before their appointment so that the physicians and genetic counselors are informed about the issues important to the family before the visit.


Appointment Number: 734-647-8906

Clinic location:
University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center
1500 East Medical Center Drive
Floor 1
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5902
Phone: 734-647-8906
Fax: 734-936-8731

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