Cancer Genetic Testing: A Personalized Approach to Your Health

What if understanding your genetic makeup could transform your approach to health care? Genetic testing is revolutionizing how we approach hereditary cancer risks, offering hope for prevention and personalized care. Dr. Ranjit Goudar shares insights on the Hereditary Cancer Clinic at Virginia Oncology Associates, emphasizing individualized approaches and the importance of genetic counseling for informed decision-making.Dr. Goudar's work influences the lives of numerous families, underlining the importance of personalized care with inspiring stories, like that of two sisters who share a BRCA2 mutation but chose different paths for prevention.Inspired by our personal experiences and driven by a mission to aid patients, we offer guidance and resources to ensure that everyone can make informed decisions about their health. The Virginia Oncology Associates website provides additional support.Ranjit K. Goudar, MD is a Virginia Beach native and son of a physician. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from the University of Virginia, where he was a Jefferson Scholar. He earned his medical degree and completed his residency in internal medicine and fellowship in hematology/oncology at Duke University. He is a graduate of the City of Hope Intensive Course in Cancer Risk Assessment. Dr. Goudar is board-certified in Medical Oncology and Hematology. While caring for patients with a broad range of cancers and blood disorders, Dr. Goudar’s particular clinical interests include the care of patients with breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and patients at high risk of cancer due to family history or cancer gene mutations. He serves as the director of the Hereditary Cancer Clinic at the Brock Cancer Center in Norfolk.Dr. Goudar is the Division Chief of Hematology and Oncology at Eastern Virginia Medical School, where he supervises the training of internal medicine residents. He is the author of several research publications and book chapters.Resources Mention in this Podcast: Podcast episode (aired 9/6/2023): The Important Role Genetic Counselors Play in Genetic Testing with Tifany LewisOther Resources to consider:Podcast episode (aired 9/27/2023): Understanding the Genetics of Breast Cancer with Dr. Sonia HepburnThank you for listening! If you're interested in hearing more from Virginia Oncology Associates, make sure to subscribe to Cancer Care Connections on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere podcasts are available, or listen online at cancercareconnections.buzzsprout.com. Cancer Care Connections is the official podcast of Virginia Oncology Associates. For more information, visit us at VirginiaCancer.com. or find us on Facebook or Instagram at Virginia Oncology Associates.