The Breast Cancer Coalition will host a free webinar on cancer genetics Wednesday, June 24, featuring nurse practitioner Kim Provenzano.
Provenzano, a nurse practitioner at Rochester Regional Health with over 25 years of clinical expertise, will present a talk on cancer genetics. The webinar will explain what genes are, what genetic testing involves, and how some changes in genes can raise the risk for certain cancers. It will also clarify why most cancers are not caused by inherited genes.
Provenzano will discuss what genetic testing can and cannot tell a patient, who might benefit from genetic testing, how family history affects cancer risk, and how results can help with health decisions.
“Genetic testing continues to transform the care of cancer patients and their families but sometimes raises many questions,” said Provenzano. “We now know more than ever about inherited cancer risk, yet important gaps in knowledge remain. My hope is to explore both sides of that reality and empower people with up-to-date, practical information about cancer genetics so they can make informed decisions – understanding that knowledge, when used thoughtfully, can reduce fear, foster understanding, and support confident healthcare decisions.”
The 90-minute session, part of the organization’s Evening Education Webinar Series, is designed for patients, survivors, caregivers, providers, and anyone interested in learning more about genetic testing. It will include at least 30 minutes for questions.
The Evening Educational Webinar Series receives support from the Lee C. Rosenthal Memorial Education Fund. ASL interpretation will be provided.
Registration is available at https://bccr.org/evening-education-webinars/. Participants can submit questions in advance to [email protected].
