Increase your knowledge in Cancer Genetics

This 2-hour webinar on cancer genetics is presented by specialists in collaboration with Cancer Council Victoria. The session aims to improve and support General Practitioners to make appropriate referrals to the Familial Cancer Centres.

The webinar will provide attendees an improved understanding of the genetic aspects of cancer and give them the skills to undertake familial risk assessment, genetic counselling and inform patients of treatment options.

The event will conclude with a Q&A session which is open to attendees.

Topics covered:

• GP’s role in genetic counselling
• Risks and benefits of genetic testing
• The role of the genetic counsellor
• Medical prevention strategies
• Efficacy of treatments on high-risk groups in preventing cancers
• Psycho-social implications of genetic mutation

General Practitioners can use the Cancer Council Victoria website’s Familial Cancer Hub to access information now https://www.cancervic.org.au/get-support/for-health-professionals/gp-program/familial-cancer-online-training-and-education-resources.