Program Overview

Clinical Cancer Genetics Program

The Clinical Cancer Genetics Program coordinates genetic testing and high-risk cancer surveillance for individuals and their families with hereditary cancer syndromes.

Genetic Counseling Appointment

Individuals can schedule a genetic counseling appointment by filling out a self-referral form or speaking with a health information specialist. Existing MD Anderson patients can request a genetic counseling referral from their attending provider.

Career Opportunities

The Clinical Cancer Genetics Program offers a 5-day unpaid clinical shadowing opportunity for individuals interested in learning more about the field of cancer genetic counseling.

Research Areas

MD Anderson conducts four types of research:

• Basic Science
• Translational Research
• Clinical Research
• Prevention & Personalized Risk Assessment

Education and Training

The university offers various education and training programs, including:

• Degree-Granting Schools
  • School of Health Professions
  • MD Anderson UTHealth Houston Graduate School
• Research Training
  • Early Career Pathway Programs
  • Predoctoral Training
  • Postdoctoral Training
  • Mentored Faculty Programs
  • Career Development
• Clinical Training
  • Graduate Medical Education
  • Clinical Education for Non-Physicians
  • Nursing Education & Training
  • Continuing Education & Review Courses
  • Simulation Center

Clinical Trials

MD Anderson researchers conduct hundreds of clinical trials to test new treatments for both common and rare cancers.

Prevention and Screening

The university provides information and resources on cancer prevention and screening, including:

• Manage Your Risk
  • Tobacco Control
  • Diet
  • Body Weight
  • Physical Activity
  • Skin Safety
  • HPV
  • Hepatitis
  • Alcohol
• Family History
  • Genetic Testing
  • Hereditary Cancer Syndromes
  • Genetic Counseling and Testing FAQs
• Cancer Screenings
  • Mammograms & Breast Cancer Screening
  • Cervical Cancer Screening
  • Colorectal Cancer Screening
  • Endometrial Cancer Screening
  • Liver Cancer Screening
  • Lung Cancer Screening
  • Mobile Mammography
  • Ovarian Cancer Screening
  • Prostate Cancer Screening
  • Skin Cancer Screening
  • Women's Cancer Screening
  • Men's Cancer Screening

Outreach Programs

The university offers outreach programs, including:

• Project ECHO
• Observer Programs
• Comparative Effectiveness Training (CERTaIN)