Genetic and Genomic Counseling in Health and Disease
Genetic Testing & Counselling for Patients, Families and Clinicians to Diagnose, Prevent & Manage Hereditary Disorders
Description
Hello,
Welcome to the course on Genetic Counseling!
In this course individuals will be able to learn about the basics of Genetics and its application to Counseling, they will also be exposed to both Genetic and Genomic tests and their role in present day Healthcare. They will get a clear understanding about the role of Genetic Counseling in different Medical Specialties, which affect patients/families and how this information will empower them to make informed decisions regarding their Medical Conditions.
This course has various clinical and family scenarios on different types of disorders, for example in the pediatric age group, during reproductive period and those which have an adult onset. Students will learn about personalized medicine, targeted therapy in cancer and also hereditary cancer syndromes.
The students will realize the importance of Genetic Counseling in testing and managing both Common and Rare Disorders in the Era of Genomics and easily available Assisted Reproductive Techniques.
I welcome learners from different backgrounds to enroll for this course which will make them realize that “Ignorance is no Bliss” and Genetic Counseling equips you with knowledge to help patients, families, communities and the world at large to take informed decisions about their Medical, Life Style and Reproductive needs.
What You Will Learn!
- What is Genetic Counseling and Who requires Genetic Counseling
- Role of Genetic Counseling/Counselor in today’s Health Care setting
- Clear understanding about application of Basic Genetic Principles to Health needs
- Relevance of Genomics and Epigenomics in Medicine
- Difference between Genetic Testing and Counseling
- Importance of Genetic Counseling/Counselors for equitable Health Care
Who Should Attend!
- Clinicians of different specialties,MSc/Phd in any Life Sciences especially Genetics
- Students of Medical/Life Science(MBBS, BSc/MSc Nursing,Biotechnology,Genetics)
- Health Care Policy Makers/Public Health professionals
- Psychology and Social Work Aspirants
- Faculty from different branches of Health Sciences/Pharma