The Power and Potential of Personalized Medicine: Discussing Hereditary Cancer Risk
Genetic testing is no longer a niche tool. It is helping people understand personal disease risk, make more informed treatment decisions, and take practical steps to reduce risk before disease starts. Join the next MWRI Erie community conversation presented with Jefferson Educational Society, Magee-Womens Research Institute in Erie, and Hamot Health Foundation.
Featuring Dr. Shannon Rush, Assistant Professor in Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, and Dr. Phuong Mai, Medical Director of the Cancer Genetics Program at Magee and Director of Breast Cancer Risk Assessment and Prevention Program, this session will translate a rapidly evolving field into clear takeaways for everyday decision making.
You will learn how genetic results are used to assess inherited cancer risk, inform screening and prevention planning, and support families navigating shared risks. The program includes time for audience questions, with practical guidance on what to ask, how to interpret results, and how genetic counseling fits in.
JES Community Conversations are sponsored by the Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority.
Location: Jefferson Educational Society - 3207 State St. Erie, PA 16508
Date/Time: Wednesday, August 26th, 12:00-1:30PM
Admission: FREE; $5 lunch optional
*If you do NOT receive an email from info@jeserie.org within 24-48 hours regarding your registration, please check your spam or junk folder. Thank you!
Phuong Mai, M.D., Medical Director of Magee-Womens Hospital Cancer Genetics Program
Phuong Mai, MD, specializes in medical oncology and hematology oncology and is certified in internal medicine and medical oncology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is affiliated with UPMC Williamsport, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, and UPMC Shadyside. She completed her fellowship at City of Hope National Medical Center, fellowship at University of Texas Health Science Center, residency at Tulane University School of Medicine, and medical education at University of Texas Medical Branch-Galveston.
Shannon Rush, M.D., Gynecologic Oncologist at Magee-Womens Hospital
This provider is affiliated with UPMC.
