LEWISTON — Genes are part of our DNA that produce protein – the essential building blocks for our bodies. When genes are mutated or altered, disease can occur. Genetic tests are available to determine if you are at risk for diseases, such as cancer.

To learn more about inherited forms of cancer and the benefits and limitations of gene testing for cancer, join hematologist/oncologist Mahesh Pandey, M.D. for a free presentation at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 15, at the Lepage Large Conference Room, 99 Campus Ave.

Call 777-8481 today to reserve a seat.

Pandey is the medical director of the St. Mary’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders. He completed a hematology/oncology fellowship at Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, N.Y. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the same location. He is board certified in internal medicine, hematology and oncology through the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is a graduate of Calcutta National Medical College in Calcutta, India. He speaks English, Spanish, Hindi, and Bengali fluently.

For more information about the St. Mary’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, call 777-4420 or visit www.stmarysmaine.com.