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12

Nov

2025

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Genetic Risk and Lifestyle Modifications to Reduce the Chance of Developing Pancreatic Cancer 

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.

View the full webinar below.

Steven N. Hochwald, MD, MBA, FACS

The Brodie Family Director, Braman Comprehensive Cancer Center

Chief of Surgical Oncology

Associate Director of the Mount Sinai-Columbia University affiliation at Mount Sinai Medical Center

  • Cancer
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Gastric Cancer
  • Liver Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer

Irman Forghani, MD, FACMG

Director, Rad Center for Precision Medicine

Director of Genetics at Mount Sinai Medical Center

  • Cancer
  • Medical Genetics
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