Hereditary Cancer Program

Provides genetic counselling, testing and information for BC residents who may have inherited an increased risk for specific types of cancer. The program helps with understanding the risks of developing cancer, making informed decisions about genetic testing, and options for cancer screening and or risk reduction.

Services are available by phone or video conference to most communities. In-person appointments are currently available in Abbotsford, Surrey, Vancouver and Victoria.

Agency

BC Cancer Agency

32900 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2S 0C2

Hereditary Cancer Program at BC Cancer Agency - Abbotsford Centre

Other sites

Hereditary Cancer Program at 750 West Broadway, Vancouver

750 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1J2

Application Process

Self-referral and physician referral accepted. Call the Abbotsford Cancer Centre for appointments in Abbotsford or Surrey, and Vancouver Centre for all other locations.

Eligibility

Open

Main Website: https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/our-services/services/hereditary-cancer

Service delivery

In Person

Other programs provided by BC Cancer Agency

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