Assessing the integration of genomic medicine in genetic counseling training programs.
J Genet Couns
; 23(4): 679-88, 2014 Aug.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-24399091
ABSTRACT
Medical genetics has entered a period of transition from genetics to genomics. Genetic counselors (GCs) may take on roles in the clinical implementation of genomics. This study explores the perspectives of program directors (PDs) on including genomic medicine in GC training programs, as well as the status of this integration. Study methods included an online survey, an optional one-on-one telephone interview, and an optional curricula content analysis. The majority of respondents (15/16) reported that it is important to include genomic medicine in program curricula. Most topics of genomic medicine are either "currently taught" or "under development" in all participating programs. Interview data from five PDs and one faculty member supported the survey data. Integrating genomics in training programs is challenging, and it is essential to develop genomics resources for curricula.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Education, Medical
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Genetic Counseling
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Genetics, Medical
Limits:
Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
J Genet Couns
Journal subject:
GENETICA MEDICA
Year:
2014
Document type:
Article