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Waterford Library hosting discussion on BRCA gene and cancer

April 27, 2016 12:00 am • Last Updated: April 27, 2016 8:07 pm

Waterford _ The Waterford Library is hosting a panel discussion on the BRCA gene mutation and cancer from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday.

Panelists are Dr. Erin Hofstatter, a breast oncologist and co-director at Smilow Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program; Claire Healy, MS CGC, senior genetic counselor and outreach coordinator to Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, Smilow Cancer Genetics and Prevention Program; Rabbi Rachel M. Safman of Congregation Beth El; and Linda Heller, who is living with the BRCA gene.

They will provide a BRCA overview, discuss counseling and testing options, implications for breast/ovarian/ pancreas/melanoma and other screening options, and implications for female vs. male carriers.

A question and answer period will follow the formal presentation.

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