Limited Genomics Training Among Physicians Remains a Barrier to Genomics-Based Implementation of Precision Medicine.

🤖 Plain-English Summary

The field of precision medicine has undergone significant growth over the past 10 years. Additionally, 41% of physicians responded that their lack of training identifying appropriate genetic tests and how to interpret genetic testing results was the most significant barrier to ordering genetic testing for their patients.

🔑 Key Findings

• Despite increasing applications of clinical genetic and genomic testing, studies consistently report limited knowledge of genetics and genomics among healthcare providers.
• This study explored barriers to the implementation of precision medicine by surveying physicians working in a large academic medical center.
• We assessed prior training in genetics, use of genetic testing in the clinic, desire for additional resources in genetics and genomic medicine and perceived barriers to successful integration of precision medicine.

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