Geographical analysis of the distribution of certified genetic counselors in the United States

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Malia Triebold ◽  
Karina Skov ◽  
Lindsay Erickson ◽  
Sarah Olimb ◽  
Susan Puumala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
The United States ◽  
Genetic Counselors ◽  
Geographical Analysis

scholarly journals Contributors to and consequences of burnout among clinical genetic counselors in the United States

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Colleen Caleshu ◽  
Helen Kim ◽  
Julia Silver ◽  
Jehannine Austin ◽  
Aad Tibben ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
The United States ◽  
Genetic Counselors ◽  
Clinical Genetic

scholarly journals Evaluation of a Streamlined Oncologist-Led BRCA Mutation Testing and Counseling Model for Patients With Ovarian Cancer

2018 ◽  
Vol 36 (13) ◽  
pp. 1300-1307 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicoletta Colombo ◽  
Gloria Huang ◽  
Giovanni Scambia ◽  
Eva Chalas ◽  
Sandro Pignata ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Ovarian Cancer ◽  
Brca Mutation ◽  
The United States ◽  
Turnaround Time ◽  
Genetic Counselors ◽  
Stakeholder Satisfaction ◽  
Use Of Resources ◽  
Counseling Model ◽  
Testing And Counseling

Purpose There is a growing demand for BRCA1/ 2 mutation ( BRCAm) testing in patients with ovarian cancer; however, the limited number of genetic counselors presents a potential barrier. To facilitate more widespread BRCAm testing in ovarian cancer, pretest counseling by the oncology team could shorten testing turnaround times and ease the pressure on genetic counselors. Patients and Methods The prospective, observational Evaluating a Streamlined Onco-genetic BRCA Testing and Counseling Model Among Patients With Ovarian Cancer (ENGAGE) study evaluated a streamlined, oncologist-led BRCAm testing pathway. The analysis population comprised 700 patients with ovarian cancer at 26 sites in the United States, Italy, and Spain. The primary objectives were to assess turnaround time and, using questionnaires, to evaluate stakeholder satisfaction (patients, oncologists, and geneticists or genetic counselors) with the oncologist-led BRCAm testing pathway. Results The median overall turnaround time was 9.1 weeks (range, 0.9 to 37.1 weeks), with median turnaround times in the United States, Italy, and Spain of 4.1 weeks (range, 0.9 to 37.1 weeks), 20.4 weeks (range, 2.9 to 35.4 weeks), and 12.0 weeks (range, 2.0 to 36.7 weeks), respectively. Patient satisfaction with the oncologist-led BRCAm testing pathway was high, with > 99% of patients expressing satisfaction with pre- and post- BRCAm test counseling. Oncologist satisfaction with the BRCAm testing pathway was also high, with > 80% agreeing that the process for performing BRCAm testing worked well and that counseling patients on BRCAm testing was an efficient use of their time. Oncologists expressed higher levels of satisfaction with the BRCAm testing pathway than did geneticists or genetic counselors. Conclusion The results of the ENGAGE study demonstrate that an oncologist-led BRCAm testing process is feasible in ovarian cancer. Development of local BRCAm testing guidelines similar to the one used in this study could allow faster treatment decisions and better use of resources in the management of patients with ovarian cancer.

Genetic counseling and the role of genetic counselors in the United States

2021 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-34
Author(s):  
Christian P. Schaaf
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Genetic Counseling ◽  
Genetic Testing ◽  
Genomic Medicine ◽  
The United States ◽  
Genetic Counselors ◽  
Healthcare Team ◽  
Primary Role ◽  
Medical Histories ◽  
The U.S

Abstract Genetic counselors represent an indispensable, well-established, and well-integrated group of healthcare providers in the field of genetic and genomic medicine in the United States. They work with other members of the healthcare team to provide information and support to individuals and families concerned with genetic disorders. With more than 5,000 certified genetic counselors in the U.S. and an expected growth of 100 % over the next decade, genetic counseling represents one of the fastest-growing professions in the U.S. Genetic counselors work in clinical environments (e. g., hospitals), in companies (e. g., genetic testing firms), and as consultants to medical practices and others. Twenty-six states license genetic counselors as practitioners who can bill independently, with licensure applications underway in the remaining 24 states. Physicians, genetic counselors, and diagnosticians represent the three pillars of comprehensive, integrated genomic medical care. Within this triad, genetic counselors see their primary role in procuring and interpreting family and medical histories, assessing inheritance, quantifying chances of recurrence, facilitating decision-making regarding genetic testing options, and explaining the results of such testing to the respective individuals within the greater context of their families.

Management of amended variant classification laboratory reports by genetic counselors in the United States and Canada: An exploratory study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brooke Richardson ◽  
Sara M. Fitzgerald‐Butt ◽  
Katherine G. Spoonamore ◽  
Leah Wetherill ◽  
Benjamin M. Helm ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
The United States ◽  
Genetic Counselors ◽  
Variant Classification
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