Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica is proud to introduce a groundbreaking Pancreatic Cancer Screening and Prevention Program, designed for individuals at increased risk of developing pancreatic cancer.
This innovative, all-in-one program combines cutting-edge research, personalized screening, and lifestyle guidance to detect early-stage, potentially curable pancreatic cancer—and even help prevent it.
What the Pancreatic Cancer Screening & Prevention Program Offers:
- Annual blood sample collection for research into hereditary cancer risks
- Access to novel blood-based screening tests
- Educational webinars with top researchers and specialists
- A yearly multidisciplinary clinic visit with genetics, nutrition, and research experts
Who Should Consider Enrolling? You may be eligible if you have:
- A personal or family history of pancreatic cancer
- A genetic mutation linked to pancreatic cancer (e.g., BRCA2, CDKN2A, STK11)
- A history of recurrent pancreatitis or pancreatic cysts
Program Locations:
- Providence Saint John’s Health Center – Santa Monica (see map)
- Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center – Burbank (see map)
Interested in Learning More?
Start with a visit to one of our Genetic Counselors or walk-in clinic.
- Call: 818-748-4968
- Email: ProvidenceGenetics.CA@providence.org
- More info: providence.org/services/genetics-and-genomics
- To learn more about the program and the additional genetic mutations involved, please downlaod our flyer (PDF)
Led by Dr. Ora Karp Gordon and Genetic Counselor Miles Picus, this program is a vital step forward in the fight against one of the most challenging cancers.