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Genetic Testing Deck

Activity Snapshot

Activity Type: 
PowerPoint
Release Date: 
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Sponsor Information: 

This program is supported in part by an independent educational grant from Sanofi Genzyme.

Faculty

Kristin Engelstad, MS, CGC

Columbia University School of Medicine

Genetic Testing Deck
Activity Overview: 

The MDA Medical Education team has partnered with Kristin Engelstad, MS, CGC from Columbia University School of Medicine to create a detailed presentation discussing the multiple aspects of genetic testing. These slides will help clinicians to learn more about the importance of genetic testing, the clinical practice considerations, different types of genetic testing, available programs, and other considerations for testing such as cost considerations and finding a genetic counseling professional.