A Guide to Genetic Counseling
3. Auflage November 2024
640 Seiten, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
A comprehensive 3rd edition of the bestselling, gold-standard textbook in genetic counseling
The medical and scientific knowledge, areas of practice, and individuals and families served by genetic counseling have evolved enormously since the advent of this profession. Since 1998, A Guide to Genetic Counseling has served as the field's seminal text both in the US and internationally, training generations of genetic counselors to serve patients and deliver high-quality guidance and care. Ongoing developments in the practice of genetic counseling and genetic testing play key roles in expanding the ways that genetic based care can support individuals and families as they make difficult and life altering decisions. This updated version reflects these changes and the increasing body of supporting research.
It is a must-own for anyone looking to understand the principles and guidelines of this essential component of medicine.
Readers of the third edition of A Guide to Genetic Counseling will also find:
* Every chapter significantly updated to reflect the latest research and practice standards
* A text written by genetic counselors for genetic counselors
* A practice-driven volume that reflects the guidelines from the Accreditation Council of Genetic Counseling and the American Board of Genetic Counseling
A Guide to Genetic Counseling is an ideal resource to support the training of the next generation of genetic counselors - including students of both national and international programs, instructors, clinical supervisors, program directors, and practicing genetic counselors.
Preface xv
Acknowledgment xvii
1 The Practice and Profession of Genetic Counseling 1
Robert G. Resta
2 Building a Working Alliance Through Culturally Conscious Interviewing 43
Gayun Chan-Smutko
3 Family History: An Essential Tool 85
Jane L. Schuette and Diane R. Koeller
4 Understanding the Counseling in Genetic Counseling Practice 123
Luba Djurdjinovic
5 Patient-Centered Communication and Providing Information in Genetic Counseling 147
Jehannine (J9) Austin
6 Evaluating and Using Genetic Testing 175
Natasha Strande and Karen E. Wain
7 The Medical Genetics Evaluation 221
Shane C. Quinonez
8 Thinking It all Through: Case Preparation and Management 239
Lauren E. Hipp and Wendy R. Uhlmann
9 Inclusion, Inclusivity, and Inclusiveness in Genetic Counseling: On Being an Authentic and Collaborative Community of Providers 271
Annie K. Bao, Deanna R. Darnes, and Liann H. Jimmons
10 Health Disparities and Opportunities for Equity in Genetic Counseling 319
Nadine Channaoui, Altovise T. Ewing-Crawford, Barbara W. Harrison, and Vivian Y. Pan
11 Genetic Counselors in the Healthcare Ecosystem: Navigating Policies, Payment and Professional Advocacy 355
Gillian W. Hooker and Katie Lang
12 Ethical Genetic Counseling Practice 391
Curtis R. Coughlin II and Kelly E. Ormond
13 Genetic Counseling Research: Understanding the Basics 427
Sarah Scollon and Beverly M. Yashar
14 Clinical Supervision: Strategies for Receiving and Providing Direction, Guidance, and Support 469
Monica Marvin
15 Professional Identities, Evolving Roles, Expanding Opportunities 503
Erica Ramos
16 Examining Our Work through Case Presentations 541
Richard Dineen, Logan B. Karns, Matthew J. Thomas, and Barry S. Tong
References 605
Index 609
Jane L. Schuette, MS, CGC served as a genetic counselor and clinical coordinator for 35 years, initially at Mount Sinai Medical Center and then at the University of Michigan Health System where, in addition to working with patients and their families, she participated in the training of numerous genetic counseling students, interns, and residents. She served on the Genetics Advisory Committee for the Michigan Department of Health for 10 years and was chair of the NSGC Pediatric Special Interest Group. Presently Jane is a clinical genomics variant science team lead at Variantyx, Inc., focusing on whole genome sequencing for the pediatric and prenatal populations.
Karen E. Wain, MS, CGC has worked in several clinically oriented settings and in a variety of roles, including as a laboratory genetic counselor, a clinical genetic counselor, a researcher, and a leader. She has been an active contributor to the National Society of Genetic Counselors, early genomic data-sharing efforts, and education around variant interpretation.
Beverly M. Yashar, MS, PhD, CGC served as the program director for the genetic counseling graduate training program at the University of Michigan from 2002-2023. Her contributions to education have been recognized by the Michigan academic community with the conferral of the Rackham Master's Mentoring award, the Kaiser Permanente award for academic excellence in medical school teaching, and nomination to Michigan's League of Education Excellence. In addition, she has held leadership roles within the National Society of Genetic Counselors, American Board of Genetic Counseling, Genetic Counseling Education Association and the Michigan Association of Genetic Counselors.
