[VIDEO PODCAST] Ep 07: Genetic Testing & Telehealth

On this episode, we’ll hear what genetic counselors wish providers would say to their patients. We’ll uncover a few common barriers to genetic counseling and testing for patients with cancer and—from the genetic counselor’s perspective—how providers can help improve the uptake of testing delivered via telehealth to educate, inform, and improve patient care.

Genetic counselors—as members of the cancer care team—can help patients better understand their cancer diagnosis, make informed treatment decisions, and navigate the financial costs of testing.

Guest:

Katie Lemas, MS, CGC
Certified Genetic Counselor
Genome Medical

“Genetic counselors are here to help patients and providers—we are integral part of the care team. Telemedicine can help bring access to genetic counselors for patients all over the country and help them utilize all this information the same way patients in a metropolitan area do.” 

Related Resources

• [WEBINAR] Using Telemedicine to Assess Psychosocial Health
• [WEBINAR] Virtual Assessment of Physical Function in Adults with Cancer: Practical Tips
• Metastatic Breast Cancer Digital Resource Library
• Effective Principles & Practices in Patient Support Workbook (Part I)
• Effective Principles in Action Publication (Part II)
• Multidisciplinary Team Communication: Survey Highlights
• The Need for Increased Access to Genetic Counselors
• Genetic Counselor Extenders Help Meet Growing Demand for Services
• Bill to Improve Access to Genetic Counseling Introduced in House and Senate
• Making the Business Case for Hiring a Board-Certified Genetic Counselor
• [PODCAST] Ep 53: Telehealth & Genetics During COVID-19

This video podcast is part of the ACCC Multidisciplinary Metastatic Breast Cancer Project. Sponsored by Pfizer Oncology.