Decoding Genetic Test Reports for the Frontline Clinician
The promise and future of genetic and genomic medicine hinges on the ability to overcome the multiple and chronic access barriers. The well-documented workforce shortage results in long wait times for an initial appointment and often traveling long distances to receive care. This barrier, among others, are a driving force in evolving practice models whereby nongenetic frontline providers (e.g., primary care providers - PCP, specialists and Advanced Practice Practitioners – APP) are integrating limited genetics services into their practice.
Although genetic tests are infrequently (albeit increasingly) ordered by frontline providers, their patients’ ability to access genetic testing through alternate paths (outside institutions, research participation and direct-to consumer commercial entities) is expanding. Genetic testing performed externally may not include: an explanation of the findings, whether they are diagnostic, implications to the individual or their family or identification of next steps . In such cases, the patient will likely seek guidance from their medical providers. However, many PCPs report insufficient knowledge, skills and confidence in integrating genetics into their clinical practice and desire additional training.
This activity will prepare frontline providers to respond to patient inquiries regarding their, or their family member's genetic test report.
Elements of Competence
This continuing education (CE) activity is designed to improve learner competence in the following areas:
- ACGME/ABMS Competencies - Patient care and procedural skills, Medical knowledge
- National Academy of Medicine Competencies - Provide patient/person-centered care
- Interprofessional Education Collaborative Competencies - Roles/Responsibilities
Intended Audience
This activity is intended for physicians, physician assistants, and advanced practice registered nurses in different specialty areas which may include:
- Family Practice
- Internal Medicine
- Ophthalmology
- Pediatric Medicine
Learning Objectives
As a result of participation in this educational activity, members of the healthcare team will be able to:
- Define basic genetic terms and concepts relating to genetic test reports including variant classification
- Differentiate between genetic test reports obtained through multiple models
- Identify whether genetic test results are diagnostic and clinically actionable
- Identify clinician resources
FACULTY DISCLOSURE
It is the policy of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership (ICEP) to identify, mitigate and disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies* held by the speakers/presenters, authors, planners, and other persons who may influence content of this accredited continuing education (CE). In addition, speakers, presenters and authors must disclose any planned discussion of unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs or devices during their presentation.
* Ineligible companies are those whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on, patients.
The ACCME does not consider providers of clinical services directly to patients to be ineligible companies.
For this accredited continuing educational activity all relevant financial relationships have been mitigated and detailed disclosures are listed below:
Name | Role | Financial Relationship Disclosures | Discussion of Unlabeled/Unapproved uses of drugs/devices in presentation? |
Leah Colligan, MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC, IBCLC | Committee Member | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No |
Elizabeth Kearney, MS, CGC, MBA | Committee Member | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No |
Tosha Wetterneck, MD, MS | Committee Member | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No |
Sara Zoran, MS, MS, CGC | Course Director, Speaker/Author | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No |
Grace Leonard, EdM | Planner | No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose | No |
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, the University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. |
Credit Designation Statements
American Medical Association (AMA)
The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 ANCC contact hours.
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 1.0 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until 9/18/2026. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation |
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP, as a member of the University Professional & Continuing Education Association (UPCEA), authorizes this program for 0.1 CEUs or 1.00 hour.
Available Credit
- 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME
- 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 1.00 ANCC Contact Hours
- 1.00 University of Wisconsin–Madison Continuing Education Hours
- 1.00 Approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
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Accessibility
The University of Wisconsin provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX requirements. The University of Wisconsin fully complies with the legal requirements of the ADA and the rules and regulations thereof. If any participant in this educational activity is in need of accommodations, please notify us at help@icep.wisc.edu
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