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For Health Professionals

Genomic knowledge is growing and ever-changing, and it’s crucial for health professionals to have a firm understanding of genomics to better serve their patients. These resources provide reliable, up-to-date information about genomics competencies, patient care, and our partnership and outreach activities.

Healthcare Providers
Healthcare Provider Genomics Education Resources

Essential genomics competencies, practice guidelines, and curricular resources for a variety of health professions.

Healthcare Providers
Inter-Society Coordinating Committee for Practitioner Education in Genomics (ISCC-PEG)

The Inter-Society Coordinating Committee for Practitioner Education in Genomics (ISCC-PEG) aims to improve genomic literacy of healthcare providers and enhance the effective practice of clinical genomic medicine by facilitating interactions among the key stakeholders in genomics education.

Family Health History for Healthcare Professionals
Family Health History for Healthcare Professionals

Healthcare professionals determine whether individuals, other family members, or future generations may be at increased risk of developing particular conditions.

Nurse asking a question
Nursing Genomics Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

This FAQ was designed to answer questions regarding how nurses integrate genomics into their education and practice.

Last updated: June 2, 2023