Dr. med.
Rossella Graffeo
Adult Cancer Genetics Outpatient Clinic, IOSI-EOC, Bellinzona
21st Educational Course in Genetic Counseling in Oncology, 2027
Quickfacts
- September 17–18, 2027
- Start 09:00
- On-site | Palazzo dei Congressi Lugano
- English
- Oncology
- Requested: SGGG, SGAIM, SGMO
The 2-day course is intended for physicians from various subspecialties, nursing professionals, and other healthcare professionals involved in genetic counseling in oncology. It provides a foundation for future activities in genetic counseling and for membership in the CPTC group.
High-quality speakers will teach the basics and principles of genetic counseling for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer, as well as other cancer syndromes. You will hear from national and international experts on interpreting genetic variants and managing patients with a genetically determined increased risk of cancer. Additionally, you will learn how to navigate reimbursement demands.
The course intended for medical doctors of various subspecialties, nursing professionals and other health care professionals involved in genetic counseling in oncology from all parts of the country.
The course language is English.
Scientific committee: Members of the Swiss Cancer Institute Network for Cancer Predisposition Testing and Counseling (CPTC).
Palazzo dei Congressi Lugano
Piazza Dell Indipenza 4,
6900 Lugano
Accommodation is not included. Please book your preferred accommodation independently.
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Chairperson
Dr. med.
This course is held under the auspices of the CPTC network of the Swiss Cancer Institute.
