Perspectives
Barbara Harrison, MS, CGC; Grace-Ann Fasaye, ScM, CGC
The Genetics Opportunities, Learning, Development and Empowerment Network (GOLDEN) was founded in 2020, the culmination of many years of discussion between us (Barbara and Grace). Since we met over 20 years ago, we have shared a passion for wanting there to be more Black genetic counselors in our field, with a goal of overall greater diversity in our profession. Continue reading A GOLDEN Initiative...
Grace Kavanaugh, MS, CGC; Monisha Sebastin; Kelly Ormond
While genetic counseling started in the United States (U.S.), there are now over 10,000 genetic counselors (GCs) in at least 45 countries. Have you wondered about the status of genetic counseling globally? Do you dream about working in another country? Are you living in the U.S. on a work or student visa and wondering if it’s possible to work in your home country? Continue reading International Genetic Counselors...
Journal of Genetic Counseling
DNA Dialogues- Listen Now!
DNA Dialogues is the official podcast of The Journal of Genetic Counseling where we chat with authors about their papers. From navigating complex testing decisions to building trust with diverse communities, listen in as we unpack the science, challenge assumptions, and celebrate the human connection at the heart of genetic counseling research. DNA Dialogues, a podcast where the blueprint of life meets intimate human conversation. Search DNA Dialogues where you listen to podcasts or visit the DNA Dialogues website.
Ivette Cejas, Jennifer Coto, Christina M. Sarangoulis, Valerie Yunis, Susan Blanton, Xue Zhong Liu
The purpose of the current study was to assess parent perceptions and experiences of genetic testing, as well as barriers for not undergoing testing in a sample of families of children with hearing loss. Continue reading Parent Experiences With Genetic Testing...
Katie Fiallos, Erica Selznick, Jill Owczarzak, Melissa Camp, David Euhus, Mehran Habibi, Lisa Jacobs, Angelisa Johnson, Catherine Klein, Julie Lange, Patricia Njoku, Kala Visvanathan
As indications for hereditary cancer genetic testing (GT) for patients with breast cancer (BC) expand, breast surgery teams offer GT to newly diagnosed patients to inform surgical plans. There is, however, limited data on the experiences of patients undergoing cancer GT by non-genetic providers. This study used in-depth interviews with 21 women recently diagnosed with BC at a large academic health system to capture their experiences. Continue reading Patient Experiences of Cancer Genetic Testing...