Week 1: June 23, 2010

Introduction

Intro Slides

Readings

1. Salari K (2009) The Dawning Era of Personalized Medicine Exposes a Gap in Medical Education. PLoS Med 6(8): e1000138

Considerations when undergoing personal genotyping


Instructors:

Kelly Ormond, MS, CGC
Associate Professor, Department of Genetics

Louanne Hudgins, MD
Professor, Department of Pediatrics - Genetics

Learning Objectives

  • Gain understanding of the risks and benefits of personal genomic testing
  • Gain understanding of the uses and limitations of personal genomic testing
  • Compare and contrasts direct-to-consumer genetic testing companies
  • Become informed about personal and family implications of personal genomic testing

    • Lecture Slides


    Readings

    1. Personal Genome Companies Comparison

    Additional Links

    1. Genetics and Life, Disability and Long-term Care Insurance

    2. GINA Information