Breast Cancer Awareness | Genetic testing a crucial tool in detection, treatment | News

INDIANA, Pa. – As the genetic coordinator at Indiana Regional Medical Center’s Comprehensive Breast Center, Dawn Zarycki is “involved in every process of treatment,” she said.

The services offered by the clinic are integrated with the Women’s Imaging Center at the campus and provide patients information, even if there’s no diagnosis at that time.

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