Genetic counselors' perceptions of uncertainty in pretest counseling for genomic sequencing: A qualitative study
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DOI: 10.1002/jgc4.1076
Abstract: Increased usage of exome and genome sequencing has made uncertainties associated with genomic sequencing methods more prevalent within medicine. Current research focuses on patients' perceptions of uncertainty related to genomic sequencing, but there is limited… read more here.
Keywords: genomic sequencing; genetic counselors; uncertainty; perceptions uncertainty ... See more keywords
Creation and utility of ‘Boston Minority Genetic Counselors’
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DOI: 10.1002/jgc4.1268
Abstract: The genetic counseling profession began shortly after the Civil Rights Movement, before effective strategies for inclusion of racial minorities had emerged. Given the historical context of the field and the continued lack of diversity in… read more here.
Keywords: genetic counselors; minority; boston minority; social minority ... See more keywords
40 years and beyond for the National Society of Genetic Counselors: Reflections on genetic counseling practice
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DOI: 10.1002/jgc4.1301
Abstract: The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) was established in 1979 and has grown from a small dedicated group of genetic counselors to over 5,000 certified genetic counselors in 2019. During this time period, there… read more here.
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Pondering the future of genetic counseling: An adolescent field comes of age
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DOI: 10.1002/jgc4.1370
Abstract: Almost 50 years ago, Sarah Lawrence College awarded the first Master of Science degrees in the fledgling field of genetic counseling (Stern, 2009). The first board exam was given in 1981; the Journal of Genetic… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; genetic counselors; nsgc professional; counseling ... See more keywords
Genetic counselors' experiences with transgender individuals in prenatal and preconception settings
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DOI: 10.1002/jgc4.1394
Abstract: Many transgender individuals want to have children and are pursuing reproductive care. Limited research has described the experiences of transgender individuals during pregnancy, and no known studies have examined reproductive genetic counseling sessions with this… read more here.
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Genetic counselors, patients', and carers' views on an Australian clinical genetics service information system.
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DOI: 10.1002/jgc4.1412
Abstract: The Genetic Information System (GIS) is an Australian database of family genetic information. This health information technology system has been used by all 31 publicly operated clinical genetics services across New South Wales (NSW) and… read more here.
Keywords: information; genetic counselors; system; genetics ... See more keywords
Offering preimplantation genetic testing for monogenic disorders (PGT-M) for conditions with reduced penetrance or variants of uncertain significance: Ethical insight from U.S. laboratory genetic counselors.
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DOI: 10.1002/jgc4.1482
Abstract: Preimplantation genetic testing for monogenic disorders (PGT-M) was originally developed to identify embryos affected with serious childhood-onset disorders, but its use has recently broadened. Guidance on the use of PGT-M in the United States (U.S.)… read more here.
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Genetic counseling student rotations in industry: How COVID-19 magnified the urgency for virtual learning options in diverse training settings.
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DOI: 10.1002/jgc4.1500
Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic created unprecedented challenges worldwide that required rapid adaptation and transformation across the entire healthcare system. Graduate medical training programs across all specialties have moved to rapidly adjust to the virtual landscape. This… read more here.
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Risk assessment and genetic counseling for Lynch syndrome – Practice resource of the National Society of Genetic Counselors and the Collaborative Group of the Americas on Inherited Gastrointestinal Cancer
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DOI: 10.1002/jgc4.1546
Abstract: Identifying individuals who have Lynch syndrome involves a complex diagnostic workup that includes taking a detailed family history and a combination of various tests such as immunohistochemistry and/or molecular which may be germline and/or somatic.… read more here.
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Moral distress in genetic counseling: A study of North American genetic counselors
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DOI: 10.1002/jgc4.1551
Abstract: Moral distress is the phenomenon whereby healthcare providers experience the inability to take action or act in morally appropriate ways when encountering a morally compromising situation. The correlation of moral distress to burnout and resignation… read more here.
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Revising the FOCUS framework through a qualitative study assessing self‐reported counseling skills of genetic counselors
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DOI: 10.1002/jgc4.1557
Abstract: Frameworks have been developed to help conceptualize clinical genetic counseling (GC), and observational studies have helped understand the process and content of GC sessions. However, additional research is needed to identify GC skills (behaviors or… read more here.
Keywords: focus framework; revising focus; genetic counselors; focus ... See more keywords