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Season 2 Episode 2: Genetic Counselor, Angela Arnold Ross on Inherited Gene Mutations and Cancer Risk

Season 2, Ep. 2

In this episode of The Seam Podcast, we sit down with Angela Arnold Ross, MS, LCGC, Genetic Counselor to discuss inherited gene mutations and their role in cancer risk. Angela brings years of experience and expertise to the conversation, sharing insights into genetic testing and counseling, treatment options, and available resources for patients and their families. She emphasizes the importance of genetic counseling before and after undergoing genetic testing and explains the various options. Angela also sheds light on the multitude of known and unknown genetic mutations and their significance in cancer risk. Tune in to learn from Angela's wealth of knowledge.


The SEAM


Lynne Cohen Foundation


Guest: Angela Arnold Ross


Production by Peoples Media

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