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Genetics, Research and Clinical Trials
Genetics Program
Spectrum Health's cancer genetics program was the first in the region and is the only program in West Michigan led by a fellowship-trained clinical geneticist. In addition, a team of genetic counselors works individually with each patient to assess and reduce cancer risk and explore early detection, prevention and research opportunities.
Personalized Medicine
The future of cancer treatment is personalized medicine—custom-designed treatment solutions to meet a patient’s specific genetic makeup and situation. Spectrum Health Cancer Center is at the forefront with next-generation technology that allows for rapid genetic sequencing of your cancer genes using a small tumor sample.
National Clinical Trials
Cancer patients may be eligible to take part in a national clinical trial at Spectrum Health through the Cancer Research Consortium of West Michigan, which is endorsed by the National Cancer Institute. An on-site research nurse assists patients with the process—from screening and eligibility, to providing information and educating patients, to helping patients decide if a clinical trial is right for them.
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Advanced Technology Laboratories
- State-of-the-art analytics, combined with our expertise and experience, inform treatment plans, response to therapies and collaborative research
- The only advanced technology lab in West Michigan dedicated to molecular diagnostics, flow cytometry and cytogenetics
- A Midwest leader in advanced cytogenetic testing, with the ability to deliver preliminary oncology results in 24 hours
- The first and only in West Michigan offering next-generation sequencing targeted oncology panels delivering personalized medicine
- Providing flow cytometry analysis for the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation international multiple myeloma research study
- Accredited by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments and the College of American Pathologists
Molecular Neuro-Oncology Laboratory
Funded by the National Institutes of Health, this specialized lab focuses on the discovery of novel therapies to treat malignant brain tumors, based on the genetics of an individual patient’s tumor.
