Executive Director and Multiple Myeloma Thriver Explains the Benefits of Genetic Testing with Steven Keiles

Steven is currently the Executive Director of Genomic Services at Quest Diagnostics, which supports all advanced diagnostic testing at Quest Diagnostics and oversees and manages all activities of the genetic counselors. In his role, he acts as the liaison between Genomic Services and other areas of the company, such as Advanced Diagnostics, Corporate Medical, R&D, Laboratory Services, Finance, Legal, Compliance, and Commercial. Prior to joining Quest, Steven spent 14 years at Ambry Genetics, serving as Vice President of Clinical Diagnostics and 17 years as a clinical genetic counselor for Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles. Steven is active in the National Society of Genetic Counselors, serving as the president of the society in 2009. In 2016, he was diagnosed with multiple myeloma and is currently on maintenance treatment and doing very well. ✨A few highlights from the show: 1. One of the causes of anemia is multiple myeloma.  2. Cancer survival statistics are out of date by the time you read them because they are based on people that were diagnosed 15 - 20 years ago. 3. It is important to know your family history. Especially when it comes to cancer. Genetic testing is covered by your insurance and is easy to do (blood test, saliva, cheek swab).  4. Learn more about genetic counselors. https://www.nsgc.org/ 🧬Follow and connect with Steven: Twitter: https://twitter.com/geneticsteve https://www.questdiagnostics.com/ Hereditary cancer risk quiz, https://www.questhereditarycancer.com/ 🦄About Me: In 2011, I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma, out of the blue. I did not have any prior health concerns or issues. Fast forward, the dreaded cancer diagnosis opened my eyes, introduced me to my purpose, and lead me to where I am today. As a Cancer Doula, I use my 11 years of experience with cancer to support and guide others diagnosed with cancer. Many people are not familiar with what a cancer doula is. Think of me as a personal patient advocate. Schedule a free 30-minute Meet and Greet call to learn more. https://bit.ly/OTOSDiscovery Learn more about On the Other Side at https://www.ontheotherside.life/. Follow me on Instagram, connect with me on LinkedIn, or sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter to get information and resources related to cancer. Podcast | ontheotherside 🙏🏽Support the show on Anchor. 💜Please share this podcast with others! Thanks for joining us on today's episode of the Navigating Cancer TOGETHER podcast! Disclaimer: The information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be relied upon as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, evaluation, or care from your physician or other qualified health care provider. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/navigatingcancertogether/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/navigatingcancertogether/supportHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.