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    Find a Genetic Counselor Experienced

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    Development of this resource was generously supported by Myriad Genetics. 

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    The best way to find a genetic counselor is by asking your medical caregiver for a referral. If this is not an option for you, you can contact a counselor directly. The following list of genetic counselors was created through self-registration. These counselors have experience working with families who have genetic colon cancer syndromes.

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    If you do not see a local genetic counselor on this list, you have other options: 

     

    1) If you do not have a genetic counselor in your area, or would prefer to receive counseling by phone, click here to see a list of organizations.

     

    2) Search for a counselor by location, area of specialty, or hospital on the National Society of Genetic Counselors website, using the “Find a Genetic Counselor” tool.

     

    3) Search for a counselor by cancer type, family cancer syndrome, location, or last name on the National Cancer Institute website, using the NCI Cancer Genetics Services Directory. 

     

     

     

    **** If you are a genetic counselor, experienced in treating patients with Hereditary Colon Cancer Syndromes, click here to register.