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Knowledge Is Power: Understanding Your Genetic Cancer Risk

Presented by Joanna Mercado
2026-04-08 13:00:00 2026-04-08 14:00:00 America/New_York Knowledge Is Power: Understanding Your Genetic Cancer Risk Discover the future of personalized cancer care with our Cancer Genetics Program, led by Joanna Mercado, LCGC, genetic counselor at Penn Medicine's Basser Center. Montgomery branch - Library Meeting Room

Wednesday, April 08
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-08 13:00:00 2026-04-08 14:00:00 America/New_York Knowledge Is Power: Understanding Your Genetic Cancer Risk Discover the future of personalized cancer care with our Cancer Genetics Program, led by Joanna Mercado, LCGC, genetic counselor at Penn Medicine's Basser Center. Montgomery branch - Library Meeting Room

Montgomery branch

Library Meeting Room

Discover the future of personalized cancer care with our Cancer Genetics Program, led by Joanna Mercado, LCGC, genetic counselor at Penn Medicine's Basser Center.

This program offers expert guidance on hereditary cancer risk assessment, genetic testing, and individualized risk management, empowering patients and families with knowledge that can inform prevention, early detection, and treatment decisions. With compassionate counseling and the latest advances in cancer genetics, Joanna Mercado and the Penn Medicine team provide trusted, patient-centered care designed to help individuals understand their genetic risk and take proactive steps toward better health.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Lecture | Health & Wellness |

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