• The Voice Behind smak Cancer

    Get to know Selena Martinez Mak — a scientist, patient advocate, and speaker with nearly two decades of lived experience navigating hereditary cancer.

  • Explore our resources and join the movement to support cancer patients and caregivers Empowerment Through Knowledge Selena Martinez smaks cancer, giving power to patients and caregivers — especially those from underserved and marginalized groups — by showing them how to smak cancer. She provides them and their families with the tools to navigate the healthcare system.Value Proposition:Selena Martinez Mak: This is a speaker, advocacy, and consulting business targeting the medical, healthcare, and genetics fields in both the private and non-profit sectors, drawing on my experience and expertise as a patient advocate, scientist, policy advocate, and small business. I bring a wealth of information to educate and guide others through cancer, in particular hereditary cancer, as I have been living nearly 20 years knowing I have a hereditary cancer syndrome, known as Lynch Syndrome.

    My Story: Living with Lynch Syndrome

    Selena's journey with Lynch Syndrome began nearly 20 years ago. As a young woman, being told she carried a hereditary cancer syndrome changed the course of her life. But instead of living in fear, she chose to face it with a positive attitude and a proactive mindset. She truly believes that knowledge is power. Through countless medical check-ups, cancer screenings, and preventative surgeries, Selena has remained cancer-free; shaping her resilience and driving her purpose. Her story is one of courage, community, and relentless advocacy. She didn’t just survive the diagnosis—she redefined it.

  • What is Lynch Syndrome?

    Lynch Syndrome is a hereditary condition that increases the risk of certain cancers, especially colorectal and endometrial cancers. It is caused by inherited mutations in genes responsible for DNA mismatch repair. People with Lynch Syndrome face not only increased medical risks but also systemic barriers when trying to access timely and equitable care. Selena works to demystify this syndrome and bring light to the inequities it exposes, especially in underserved communities.

  • Who I Am, and Why I Do This

    A scientist by training and an advocate by purpose, I bring together lived experience and professional insight to help others navigate the path I’ve walked — and continue to reshape.

    We provide personalized support and advocacy for patients with hereditary cancer syndromes, ensuring they have a voice in their healthcare journey. Patient Advocacy Our Mission Selena Martinez smaks cancer, giving power to patients and caregivers — especially those from underserved and marginalized groups — by showing them how to smak cancer. She provides them and their families with the tools to navigate the healthcare system. Value Proposition: Selena Martinez Mak: This is a speaker, advocacy, and consulting business targeting the medical, healthcare, and genetics fields in both the private and non-profit sectors, drawing on my experience and expertise as a patient advocate, scientist, policy advocate, and small business. I bring a wealth of information to educate and guide others through cancer, in particular hereditary cancer, as I have been living nearly 20 years knowing I have a hereditary cancer syndrome, known as Lynch Syndrome.

    Scientist & Advocate

    Selena is a trained scientist and passionate patient advocate with a lived connection to hereditary cancer. She transforms complex health data into human-centered guidance that informs and uplifts.

    Our comprehensive resources and educational materials help families understand hereditary cancers and make informed decisions. Education & Resources Our Mission Selena Martinez smaks cancer, giving power to patients and caregivers — especially those from underserved and marginalized groups — by showing them how to smak cancer. She provides them and their families with the tools to navigate the healthcare system. Value Proposition: Selena Martinez Mak: This is a speaker, advocacy, and consulting business targeting the medical, healthcare, and genetics fields in both the private and non-profit sectors, drawing on my experience and expertise as a patient advocate, scientist, policy advocate, and small business. I bring a wealth of information to educate and guide others through cancer, in particular hereditary cancer, as I have been living nearly 20 years knowing I have a hereditary cancer syndrome, known as Lynch Syndrome.

    Grounded in Community

    With deep roots in public health and community empowerment, Selena works at the intersection of equity, education, and impact — especially for underserved and marginalized groups.

    We offer consulting services to healthcare providers and organizations, fostering better care for underserved populations affected by cancer. Consulting Services Our Mission Selena Martinez smaks cancer, giving power to patients and caregivers — especially those from underserved and marginalized groups — by showing them how to smak cancer. She provides them and their families with the tools to navigate the healthcare system. Value Proposition: Selena Martinez Mak: This is a speaker, advocacy, and consulting business targeting the medical, healthcare, and genetics fields in both the private and non-profit sectors, drawing on my experience and expertise as a patient advocate, scientist, policy advocate, and small business. I bring a wealth of information to educate and guide others through cancer, in particular hereditary cancer, as I have been living nearly 20 years knowing I have a hereditary cancer syndrome, known as Lynch Syndrome.

    Experience Meets Expertise

    Backed by nearly two decades of lived experience and a background spanning research, policy, and wellness strategy, Selena bridges the gap between science and the systems patients must navigate.

  • Selena Martinez smaks cancer, giving power to patients and caregivers — especially those from underserved and marginalized groups — by showing them how to smak cancer. She provides them and their families with the tools to navigate the healthcare system.Value Proposition:Selena Martinez Mak: This is a speaker, advocacy, and consulting business targeting the medical, healthcare, and genetics fields in both the private and non-profit sectors, drawing on my experience and expertise as a patient advocate, scientist, policy advocate, and small business. I bring a wealth of information to educate and guide others through cancer, in particular hereditary cancer, as I have been living nearly 20 years knowing I have a hereditary cancer syndrome, known as Lynch Syndrome.

    Legacy of Nazario Martinez Jr.

    Selena's Father

    Nazario Martinez Jr. was Selena's greatest teacher and source of strength. His life and legacy shaped her sense of justice, community, and resilience. Though he did not live to see many of the milestones Selena has achieved, his memory is alive in every workshop she leads and every patient she empowers. This section is a tribute to a man who taught her to fight with grace and never settle for silence.

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    Half Marathons

    Running became a form of healing and defiance for Selena. Every half marathon she completes is a testament to her strength, and a statement that living with Lynch Syndrome doesn’t mean living in fear. These races are not just athletic achievements; they’re symbolic victories over uncertainty, systems, and inherited barriers. Selena runs for herself, for her family, and for every patient still finding their voice.

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    Whether you're organizing a healthcare summit, creating a patient outreach program, or navigating cancer in your own family — Selena brings clarity, compassion, and action.

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