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Understanding Lynch Syndrome with Certified Genetic Counselor Mandy Kass

Lynch syndrome is the most common type of hereditary colorectal cancer. Patients and family members of genetic diseases often have several questions such as: What is the disease? How is it inherited? How can I treat it? Mandy Kass, Certified Genetic Counselor with Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers, discusses these common questions her patients typically have about Lynch syndrome. For more information about receiving genetic screening for Lynch syndrome, treatment for Lynch syndrome, or getting a second opinion for a Lynch syndrome diagnosis, visit ironwoodcrc.com. Mandy Kass, MS, CGC Certified Genetic Counselor As a certified oncology genetic counselor, Mandy works with patients who have a personal and/or family history of cancer to assess their risk of having an inherited cancer predisposition. This information allows for the pursuit of early detection or possibly prevention of certain cancer types. The ultimate goal of cancer genetic counseling is to empower patients to use their personal risk information to better inform treatment and management decisions and to educate family members on their possible cancer risks. Mandy obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Arizona State University in 2013. She then went on to pursue her Master’s Degree in Human Genetics from Sarah Lawrence College and graduated in 2016. Her training in genetic counseling included clinical rotations at several locations throughout New York City, including Columbia University Medical Center, Mount Sinai Beth Israel, and Bellevue Hospital. For more information about Mandy visit: https://www.ironwoodcrc.com/integrati....