11/14/2025
Like many cancers, pancreatic cancer can have a hereditary component (accounting for about 10% of all cases), though few people are aware of this. The good news is that early diagnosis and improved outcomes are possible by taking the right steps to determine whether you or a loved one may be at increased risk due to genetic mutations.
As part of Mount Sinai Medical Center’s mission to expand access to healthcare and resources, Steven Hochwald, MD, The Brodie Family Director of the Braman Comprehensive Cancer Center, moderated a discussion led by Irman Forghani, MD, FACMG, Director of Genetics and the Rad Center for Precision Medicine. The conversation explored how patients who are genetically predisposed can reduce their risk of developing pancreatic cancer through lifestyle changes, the importance of genetic testing and counseling for high-risk individuals, and additional proactive steps to protect overall health.
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Like many cancers, pancreatic cancer can have a hereditary component (accounting for about 10% of all cases) though few people are aware of this. The good