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Barry Tong, MS, MPH

He | Him | HisGenetic Counselor
Cancer Genetics & Prevention Mount Zion
415-353-9797
Portrait of Barry Tong
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Barry Tong, MS, MPH

He | Him | HisGenetic Counselor
Cancer Genetics & Prevention Mount Zion
415-353-9797

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About me

Barry Tong is a genetic counselor who helps patients and families understand how genes can be linked to cancer. He has a special focus on the reasons people develop breast cancer, looking at both common and rare causes.

At the University of Michigan, Tong earned a master's degree in human genetics and a master of public health degree, with a focus on health behavior and health education.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Certified Genetic Counselor, American Board of Genetic Counseling

Degree

  • MS, University of Michigan

My expertise

  • Specialties
    • Genetic Counselor

Locations

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