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personalized preventative genetic services

Our is to eliminate disparities and provide genetic services and personalized medication for the prevention of cancer and other disease. We are committed to continuously expanding our network of practitioners and offering opportunities to develop, enhance, and support their patients.

We offer four non-invasive genetic buccal swabs/mouth rinses:


  • Personalized Medication Metabolism Assessment
  • Preventative Cancer Screening
  • Preventative Disease Screening
  • Preventative Cardiovascular Screening

Committed to scientific integrity, patient support services, patient advocacy, education and mentoring of experienced and inexperienced medical staff, GMCM’ purpose is to aid the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of standard of care for all patients receiving genetic services for personalized preventative care.


GMCM is located in a private practice in downtown Chicago, Illinois with over 30 years of combined experience in clinical research. GMCM is culturally competent and maintains the highest ethical standards with sensitivity to diverse social, religious and cultural beliefs. This has allowed GMCM to overcome the many challenges of diversified recruitment of patients and physicians.


The commitment to the development and maintenance of a healthy community has allowed GMCM to develop the Strategic Holistic Ongoing Partnership (SHOP) Program. This community outreach program identifies health needs and provides ongoing education, training and services to the healthcare professional as well as the community at large.


GMCM conducts evidence-based services that yield quality data/results, which ultimately provides the physician and any healthcare organization with a comprehensive service plan for their patients. GMCM embraces the importance of diversity in a clinical environment, while enhancing the quality of life for all populations who benefit from personalized preventative care.


COMPLETE Genetic Services

Personalized Medication Metabolism Assessment


Our pharmacogenomics (PGx) test addresses the inefficiencies of trial-and-error medicine by analyzing how individual genetic differences influence drug response and metabolism. Physicians use this detailed report to tailor medications according to the patient's unique metabolic profile. With the support of a dedicated PharmD hotline, both patients and physicians can address any queries or concerns regarding medication adjustments.

Preventative Disease Screening


We offer a carrier screening analyzing 62 genes associated with 24 common hereditary diseases. This screening targets those in their prime reproductive years (18-45) and gauges the risk of passing diseases to offspring. Beyond assessing inherited disease risks, it offers insights into one's genetic composition—valuable for family planning, understanding hereditary roots, and learning about potential health concerns.

Preventative Cancer Screening


Research indicates that 10% of cancers arise from hereditary factors passed across generations. Our genetic test evaluates 31 genes associated with 8 hereditary cancers to determine an individual's risk. By discerning these risks, patients can proactively manage and potentially mitigate the onset of cancer, fostering early intervention and better outcomes.

Cardiovascular Disease Risk


Our non-invasive genetic test identifies mutations causing early atherosclerosis. By analyzing genes affecting plasma lipid levels and blood sugar, it pinpoints conditions heightening cardiovascular risk. Early detection is pivotal; certain conditions signify grave risk without timely treatment. For qualifying patients, chances of spotting a causative mutation can be between 60% and 80%.

Cancer Screening

People at a higher risk for cancer may have the option of having more frequent cancer screenings, avoiding specific risk factors, making lifestyle changes to lessen additional risk, taking preventive medication (chemoprevention), and/or having risk reducing surgeries in order to reduce their risk. Cancer screening panel includes:

Hereditary Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the most common female cancer, affecting approximately 1 in 8 women in the United States. Approximately 5-10% of breast cancers are hereditary. Hereditary cancers are caused by a mutation in a gene that can be passed on from generation to generation. Women who have an abnormal mutation can have up to an 87% risk of being diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetimes.


Factors that may increase your risk of Breast cancer include:

  • Family history of breast cancer
  • Genetic Mutations
  • Dense breast tissue
  • Early onset of menstrual periods or late menopause
  • History of radiation to the chest area
  • Not having children or having them later in life
  • Postmenopausal hormone therapy
  • Increased Age, Alcohol, Obesity

How to reduce the risk of Breast cancer:

  • Frequent Breast Cancer screenings
  • Preventative medications
  • Drink alcohol in moderation, if at all
  • Exercise most days of the week
  • Limit postmenopausal hormone therapy
  • Maintain a healthy weight
  • Risk-reducing surgery

Hereditary Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer is the ninth most common cancer in women, but it ranks fifth as the cause of cancer death in women. While most ovarian cancer does not run in the family, approximately 10-15% of ovarian cancer is hereditary. Hereditary cancers are caused by a mutation in a gene that can be passed on from generation to generation. Women who have an abnormal mutation can have up to a 44% risk of being diagnosed with ovarian cancer during their lifetimes.


Factors that may increase your risk of Ovarian cancer include:

  • Family history of breast cancer
  • Genetic Mutations
  • A previous cancer diagnosis
  • Increasing age
  • Never having been pregnant

How to reduce the risk of Ovarian cancer:

  • Consider taking Birth Control Pills
  • Preventative Surgery

Hereditary Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer is cancer that starts in either the colon or the rectum. Most Colorectal cancer does not run in the family, but approximately 5% of colorectal cancer is hereditary. Hereditary cancers are caused by a mutation in a gene that can be passed from generation to generation. Women who have an abnormal mutation can have up to an 80% risk of being diagnosed with colorectal cancer during their lifetimes. Therefore, it is important for practitioners to talk to patients about family history of colorectal cancer and discuss undergoing regular screenings to catch any potential issues early.


Factors that may increase your risk of Colon cancer include:

  • Family history of colon cancer
  • Genetic mutations
  • History of colon polyps, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease and other diseases
  • Older age (>50), African-American race
  • Low-fiber, high-fat diet.
  • Diabetes, Obesity, Smoking, Alcohol Consumption

How to reduce the risk of Colon cancer:

  • People with an average risk of colon cancer can consider screening beginning at age 50
  • People with an increased risk, such as those with a family history of colon cancer, should consider screening soon. African-Americans and American Indians may consider beginning colon cancer screening at age 45
  • Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables and whole grains, drink alcohol in moderation, if at all
  • Stop smoking
  • Exercise most days of the week, Maintain a healthy weight
  • Various Medications
  • Risk-reducing surgery

Hereditary Pancreatic Cancer

Approximately 1 in 76 people will develop pancreatic cancer in their lifetime. Most pancreatic cancer develops by chance and does not run in families. However, some pancreatic cancers are hereditary. Hereditary cancers are caused by a mutation in a gene that can be passed on from generation to generation and cause up to 10% of pancreatic cancers. Women who have an abnormal mutation can have up to a 70% risk of being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer during their lifetimes. Therefore, if you have a family history of pancreatic cancer or any other hereditary cancer, it is important to talk to your doctor and consider genetic testing to assess your risk.


Factors that may increase your risk of pancreatic cancer include:

  • Personal or family history of pancreatic cancer
  • Genetic Mutations
  • Smoking
  • Excess body weight
  • Chronic inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis)
  • Diabetes
  • African-American race

How to reduce the risk of Pancreatic cancer:

  • Stop smoking
  • Maintain a Healthy Weight
  • Choose a Healthy Diet

Endometrial Cancer

Endometrial cancer, which is cancer of the lining of the uterus, is the most common cancer of the female reproductive organs. It affects approximately 1 in 41 women. While most cases of endometrial cancer are not hereditary, between 1-5% of cases are caused by a genetic predisposition. It is important to be aware of this hereditary risk if there is a family history of endometrial cancer, as it can help with early detection and prevention. Regular check-ups and screenings can also help catch endometrial cancer early on when it is more treatable.


Factors that may increase your risk of Endometrial cancer include:

  • Family history of uterine or colon cancer
  • Genetic mutations
  • Increasing age
  • Obesity
  • Diabetes
  • Changes in the balance of female hormones in the body
  • Starting menstruation at an early age - before age 12 - or beginning menopause later increases the risk of endometrial cancer
  • Never having been pregnant
  • Hormone Therapy

How to reduce the risk of Endometrial cancer:

  • Talk to your doctor about the risks of hormone therapy after menopause
  • Consider taking birth control pills
  • Maintain a healthy weight
  • Exercise most days of the week

Gastric Cancer

Gastric cancer, also known as stomach cancer, is a type of cancer that begins in the stomach. While most cases of stomach cancer are not hereditary, some gene abnormalities can increase the risk of developing one or more types of gastric cancers.


Factors that may increase your risk of Gastric cancer include:

  • Family history of stomach cancer
  • Genetic Mutations
  • A diet high in salty and smoked foods and low in fruits and vegetables
  • Infection with Helicobacter pylori
  • Long-term stomach inflammation
  • Smoking
  • Stomach polyps

How to reduce the risk of Gastric cancer:

  • Choose a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables and reduce the amount of salty and smokey foods
  • Exercise most days of the week and maintain a healthy weight
  • Certain Medications
  • Increased Screenings
  • Stop Smoking

Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the skin. It is divided into two main categories: non-melanoma and melanoma. Non-melanoma skin cancers, which include basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, are the most common types of skin cancer and are generally less dangerous than melanoma. However, melanoma is a much more aggressive form of skin cancer that can spread rapidly to other parts of the body if not detected and treated early. It is important to protect your skin from the sun's harmful UV rays by wearing protective clothing, using sunscreen, and avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun during peak hours. 


Factors that may increase your risk of Skin cancer include:

  • Family history of skin cancer
  • Genetic mutations
  • Exposure to sunlight/UV radiation
  • Fair skin, Moles, Skin lesions
  • History of sunburns or fragile skin

How to reduce the risk of Skin cancer:

  • Avoid the sun during the middle of the day
  • Wear sunscreen year-round and protective clothing
  • Avoid tanning beds
  • Be aware of sun-sensitizing medications
  • Vigilant screening

Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer is the second most common type of cancer found in men, after skin cancer. It is estimated that 1 in every 8 men will develop prostate cancer during their lifetime. While most cases of prostate cancer occur by chance and do not have a hereditary component, a small percentage of prostate cancers are caused by inherited genetic mutations. Men who have a family history of prostate cancer or who carry certain genetic mutations, such as BRCA1 or BRCA2, are at an increased risk of developing the disease. In its early stages, prostate cancer may not cause any noticeable symptoms, which is why regular screenings are important for early detection. Men over the age of 50, African American men, and men with a family history of prostate cancer are at a higher risk of developing the disease and should talk to their healthcare provider about screening options.


Factors that may increase your risk of Prostate cancer include:

  • Family history of prostate cancer
  • Genetic Mutations
  • Older Age (>65), African American Race, Obesity

How to reduce the risk of Prostate cancer:

  • Choose a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables
  • Exercise most days of the week. Exercise improves your overall health, helps you maintain a healthy weight
  • Certain Medications
  • Increased Screenings

DISEASES WE SCREEN FOR

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A SUGGESTED STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS TO

INCORPORATE TESTING IN YOUR OFFICE

Performing the following steps during patient initial intake will be the most efficient. The total time required is approximately 3-5 minutes from start to finish.

PATIENT SCREENING AND SAMPLE COLLECTION
Every day, our clinic staff screens and identifies suitable patients. Trained professionals within the clinic discuss the test, ensuring informed consent, and then collect a mouth swab sample. Before dispatching, patient identification and insurance details are verified. All samples are shipped as per the provided guidelines, using the designated prepaid package.

TEST MATERIALS AND BENEFITS
GreenMCMeds supplies all required materials for swabs and mouth rinses, supplemented by promotional literature. Physicians benefit from this zero-start-up-cost service. Moreover, these tests are pivotal in refining clinical judgment, facilitating a comprehensive, precise treatment strategy, and ultimately elevating the patient's quality of life.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How does a POSITIVE cancer/disease screening affect the patient?

    A positive test result means that the patient has the mutation and is at higher risk than the average patient for particular gene. It does not guarantee the patient will inherit the disease or will in fact get cancer.

  • How does a NEGATIVE cancer/disease screening affect the patient?

    A negative test result means that the patient doesn’t have a particular mutation that will affect the patient. It doesn’t mean you will not get the cancer/disease, it just means IF you do, it was not genetically related and was caused by environmental or social reasons.

  • What does it cost my patients to get tested?

    The patient is pre-screened and goes through a prior authorization with the patient’s insurance to identify if the patient qualifies for 100% coverage. If the patient has any financial responsibility towards their test sample, they are contacted directly to offer financial payment options or can opt out at anytime prior to the laboratory running the sample to prevent getting billed.

  • What does it cost you, the physician?

    There are absolutely no start up costs for a physician, clinic or organization to offer these services to their patients. GreenMCMeds provides all kits, marketing material and pre-paid shipping packaging labels to mail samples to our testing laboratory.

  • What are your roles & responsibilities?

    Depending on the clinics supporting staff, either the physician, or the appointed staff will identify qualified patients for the day based on family history, and/or insurance coverage from a provided accepted insurance list for that specific test. Upon a successful candidate list for the screening assessment service, explain the service being offered to the patient during the encounter, gather patient/physician signatures (Requisition/Consent Forms), make/print copy of patient’s insurance and perform the mouth swab/rinse on patient.

  • What can your patient gain by being tested?

    • The physicians reviews the patients report and decides to change/adjust the medications or do nothing but at the same time learns about how the patient metabolizes all medications for new and old prescriptions.
    • The patient now has options to be able to change their lifestyle to reduce risk of getting cancer/disease.
    • The patient will know how often to check/screen to see if a cancer/disease is developing.
    • The patient may have an option to be able to take medicine to prevent the disease (chemoprevention therapy).
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Our Inspiration

Mon Chéri remains a profound source of inspiration for us. Her courageous battle with brain cancer compelled us to reassess our approach to illness and disease, prescription drugs, and the critical significance of knowledge in both preventing and treating them. Additionally, her journey ignited our passion for plant science and its potential to heal not only individuals but also the world at large, driving us to explore innovative ways to harness the power of nature for holistic health and environmental sustainability.

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