{"id":278,"date":"2026-04-20T14:56:03","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T14:56:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shawcancercenter.org\/our-services\/genetic-counseling\/"},"modified":"2026-05-31T00:46:51","modified_gmt":"2026-05-31T00:46:51","slug":"genetic-counseling","status":"publish","type":"service","link":"https:\/\/www.shawcancercenter.org\/es\/our-services\/genetic-counseling\/","title":{"rendered":"Asesoramiento Gen\u00e9tico"},"content":{"rendered":"

To learn more, call (970) 569-7669<\/a> or email\u00a0CancerGenetics@VailHealth.org<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Shaw Cancer Center offers hereditary cancer genetic counseling services Monday through Friday.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hereditary Cancer Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are many different factors that influence if someone will develop cancer. Some people have inherited a genetic change (pathogenic variant) that increases their risk of developing cancer. This is called a hereditary predisposition to develop cancer.  

People who have a hereditary predisposition to develop cancer may need to start their cancer screening earlier and complete their screens more often. There may also be options to lower their chance to develop cancer through medications or surgeries. Additionally, genetic testing results may impact cancer treatment. 

The Shaw Cancer Center’s genetics team evaluates personal and family medical histories related to cancer. They help patients understand how genetic testing may or may not help them. If a patient wants to undergo testing, our providers will help order the test and explain the results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you feel you are at risk, speak with one of your healthcare providers. They can send a referral for genetic counseling to the Shaw Cancer Center. This helps us keep your doctor informed about your care moving forward.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n