Prostate Cancer and Genetics (Special Episode)
Episode description
In this informative episode of PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK, hosts El and Shay are joined by Dr. Catherine Handy-Marshall, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Oncology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Marshall brings her expertise in internal medicine and oncology to a vital discussion on the genetic aspects of prostate cancer.
This episode delves into Dr. Marshall’s work with The Promise Registry, a pioneering study offering free genetic testing to explore how genetics play a role in prostate cancer. She shares insights from her research on the connections between cardiovascular disease and cancer, clinical trials in advanced prostate cancer, and the specific genetic factors influencing prostate cancer.
Join us as Dr. Marshall explains the importance of genetic testing in understanding prostate cancer risks and treatment options, and how this knowledge can lead to better personalized care for patients. Tune in to learn more about the cutting-edge research that is shaping our understanding of prostate cancer at the genetic level.