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Genetic in primary care resources for GPs/STRs

Genetic in primary care resources for GPs/STRs. Sabah Asfand-E-Yar. One in 10 patients in primary care have a disorder with a genetic component Many patients will turn to their GP for genetics information

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Genetic in primary care resources for GPs/STRs

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  1. Genetic in primary care resources for GPs/STRs Sabah Asfand-E-Yar

  2. One in 10 patients in primary care have a disorder with a genetic component • Many patients will turn to their GP for genetics information • Nearly half (49%) of respondents thought that genetics presents as an element of a case only rarely. • Low levels of genetics education within GPR training were reported. • Responses to attitude statements indicate that the majority of GPRs felt genetics was important, but felt under-prepared in this area. Many GPRs were not sure what genetics services were available in the region. • Topics that GPRs thought were most essential were: appropriate referral; multifactorial conditions; taking and interpreting a family history; common genetic disorders; social and psychological implications for the family and patient; and how to access further information

  3. RCGP curriculum statement summary

  4. Identifying patients • Knowledge of common genetic conditions • Family history and interpretation • Drawing family trees • Understanding principles of genetic risks • Understanding antenatal screening

  5. Clinical Management • To be able to use referral and management guidelines • To be able to access specialist help and refer to appropriate service • Able to discuss management options • Patient centered care with knowledge of patient support services • Awareness of emotional, social, ethical issues

  6. Communicating genetic information • To be able to communicate genetic info in an understandable way , helping patients make informed decisions • Appreciate the impact of genetic information on patient and family

  7. resources • www.geneticseducation.nhs.uk • http://www.newcastle-hospitals.org.uk/search-results.html?query=genetics+in+primary+care • www.londondeanery.ac.uk/general-practice/courses-and-conferences/genetics-course-for-gp-strs • www.gpnotebook.co.uk • www.genome.wellcome.ac.uk • http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov • http://www.screening.nhs.uk/professionals • http://www.bshg.org.uk/genetic_centres/uk_genetic_centres.htm • www.cafamily.org.uk • www.climb.org.uk • www.geneticalliance.org.uk/ • http://rarechromo.org

  8. Thank you

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