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Lessons from Orthodox Jewish Approaches to Hereditary Cancer Screening: CGA-IGC Genetic Counseling & Religion Podcast Series - Episode 1
Blake Jones MD - CGA-IGC Communications Committee Member In the first episode of the Genetic Counseling and Religion Series Josie Baker MS, CGC , a genetic counselor at Ohio State University, speaks with Natalie Richeimer MS, CGC, a genetic counselor at JScreen. Together, they explore how Orthodox Jewish communities approach healthcare in the context of genetic screening. Richeimer starts by emphasizing the Orthodox Jewish community is not a monolith. Broadly, however, it i
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16 hours ago3 min read
The Role of APPs in Hereditary GI Cancer Care: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Jennifer Fijor ARNP - CGA-IGC Communication Committee Member CGA-IGC membership brings together the full multidisciplinary hereditary GI cancer care team, including advanced practice providers (APPs). Through CGA-IGC, members gain access to high-quality educational resources and invaluable networking opportunities that foster collaboration across disciplines, creating a truly unique membership experience. Learn more about the vital role APPs play in hereditary GI cancer car
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5 days ago2 min read
Closing Out November Awareness: Advocacy Resources for Pancreatic & Stomach Cancer Care
Anuja Chitre, MS, CGC - CGA-IGC Communication Committee Member The month of November has been an exciting time where we were able to raise awareness about pancreatic and stomach cancers and the indispensable role of caregivers! We would like to close the month by highlighting several patient advocacy organizations related to these causes which provide invaluable resources to our patients and their caregivers. We encourage you to look into them and share them with your patient
CGA-IGC
Nov 303 min read
Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Pancreatic Cancer Surveillance: Key Insights from the PRECEDE Consortium
Chandrika Kurpad, MS, LCGC - CGA-IGC Communications Committee Member Source: Manam A, et al. Areas of Uncertainty in Pancreatic Cancer Surveillance: A Survey Across the International Pancreatic Cancer Early Detection (PRECEDE) Consortium. JCO Precis Oncol. 2025;9:e2500696. doi:10.1200/PO-25-00696 Introduction Pancreatic cancer remains one of medicine's most formidable challenges, with a current 5-year survival rate of just 13% in the United States. However, when detected
CGA-IGC
Nov 265 min read
Advances in Genetic Testing for Hereditary Cancers
Ophir Gilad, MD - CGA-IGC Communications Committee Member If you missed our final webinar of the year, or would like to revisit the discussion, the full session is now available on demand for CGA-IGC members. Not yet a member? Join here . This webinar featured Colin Pritchard, MD, PhD , Angela Jacobson, MS, CGC , and Tomas Walsh, PhD , from the University of Washington, who shared exciting updates on advances in genetic testing for hereditary cancers. Dr. Colin Pritchard beg
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Nov 182 min read
Supporting Family Caregivers: November Is National Family Caregivers Month!
Michelle Springer, MS, CGC - Chair , CGA-IGC Communications Committee November is National Family Caregivers Month , a time to honor the millions of Americans who play an indispensable role in attending to the needs of their loved ones. Family caregivers are often the unsung heroes of healthcare, serving as a bridge between their loved one and providers. They help navigate complex medical systems, attend appointments, manage complex medical routines, and provide emotional su
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Nov 121 min read
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