Primary Care

Progress to Date

A number of training sessions have been provided across the region to GP trainees, their PDs and the wider PC teams, however, as part of the NTGMS strategy we were keen to develop a systematic approach and started with the trainees sponsored by the Heads of GP School London.

Aim: a systematic approach to delivering genomic education to primary care, sponsored by the Head of GP School London

• GPVTS Genomic Medicine Modules – developed mapped to the curriculum
• GPVTS Genomic Medicine Modules – delivered to all North Thames programmes and wider community
• GPVTS Genomic Medicine Modules – collaboration with National Lead for PC, HEE and RCGP to develop standardised programme integrated with the wider programme for trainees

GPVTS Modules 

Learning objectives:

• To be able to explain why genomics is important.
• To be able to explain the current healthcare applications and implications of genomics.
• To be able to explain the future healthcare applications and implications of genomics.
• To be able to communicate effectively, support their patients and institute appropriate management in terms of Genomic Medicine.

Topics:

Session 1

• Basic genetics with more information on genomic nomenclature e.g. non-coding DNA, VUS, pathogenic variant
• Genomics in primary care
• Overview of genetic susceptibility to common complex diseases e.g. cancer, ischaemic heart disease, diabetes
• Taking a family history
• Familial breast & ovarian cancer syndromes
• Overview of types of genomic tests and intro to Panelapp
• When to refer

Session 2

• Rare diseases overview
• Prenatal diagnosis
• Neonatal screening
• Pharmacogenomics

Genomic education – pre-registration

• Medical Schools – placements and curriculum
• Foundation Trainees – taster sessions and curriculum
• Nursing and midwifery – Pan London Collaboration core principles document and signposting to E&T resources (now national interest)
• Allied Healthcare Professionals – working with HEE London Lead to seek genomic champions
• Physicians Associates – collaboration with St Georges

Think Genomics: Primary Care Genomic Education Programme

Aim: To provide an overview of the Genomic Medicine Service (GMS) and an opportunity to explore its application within primary care.

Learning Outcomes

• Outline the provision for genomic medicine now available and the future of the service
• Describe what to look out for when patients present.
• Be aware of available risk assessment tools and their application.
• Know how to manage a patient requiring a genetic referral.
• Explain the current situation regarding Direct to Consumer Testing

Module 1

• Introduction to Genomics
• Overview of ‘red flags’
• Overview of the National Genomic Test Directory

Module 2

• Explore familial cancer, in particular breast cancer and Lynch syndrome
• An introduction to risk assessment tools

Module 3

• Introduction to Pharmacogenomics
• How to respond to Direct To Consumer Testing