Title

Advancing the genetic counseling profession through research: Identification of priorities by the National Society of Genetic Counselors research task force

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Journal of Genetic Counseling

Publication Date

12-1-2020

Abstract

To help advance research critical to the achievement of the National Society of Genetic Counselors’ (NSGC) strategic objectives, coordination and prioritization of society resources are needed. NSGC convened a task force to advance research necessary for the achievement of our strategic objectives by reviewing existing society-supported research efforts identifying gaps in current research, and coordinating society resources, the task force was formed in order to coordinate and prioritize society resources to advance research critical to the achievement of our strategic objectives. The task force developed a research agenda outlining high-priority research questions for the next 5 years. The questions are organized into four domains: (a) Genetic Counseling Clients; (b) Genetic Counseling Process and Outcomes; (c) Value of Genetic Counseling Services; and (d) Access to Genetic Counseling Services. This framework can be used to advocate for research and funding priorities within NSGC and with other key research entities to stimulate the growth and advancement of the genetic counseling profession.

Volume

29

Issue

6

First Page

884

Last Page

887

DOI

10.1002/jgc4.1330

ISSN

10597700

E-ISSN

15733599

PubMed ID

32969094

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