PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics Podcast

A panel discussion and interactive Q&A with international genetic counsellors, researchers, and advocates for safe and affirming intersex genetic care. Hosted by Kira Dineen.Kayla Horowitz, Darius Haghighat, and Marissa Adams discuss:The role of genetic professionals in intersex healthcareConsiderations for safe and affirming genetic care for intersex individualsEducational gaps in genetic counseling and how to address themThe role of genetic professionals in intersex advocacy and educationAdditional resources and further reading:Toward affirmative intersex health communication in CanadaInternational Intersex Groups DirectoryEvolving language reflects evolving understanding: updated terms for anatomical description in i/VSC/DSDIntersex Resources for Medical StudentsLearning Resources – Intersex HealthIntersex BrochuresIntersex MemoirsIntersection DocumentaryEvery Body filmHans – Intersex Youtuber

A panel discussion and interactive Q & A with genetic counseling directors, healthcare consultants, and business case experts. Hosted by Kira Dineen.Dr. Colleen Campbell, Megan Trinkle-Knotts, and Andrea Spencer discuss:Where to begin: connections and resources to get startedHow to craft compelling narrativesThe numbers behind the story: backing up cases with dataBest practices for building strong business casesResources:NSGC Cancer Genetics Business Case ToolkitAn Introduction to the Genetic Counseling Business Case Experience: Learnings from NSGC’s First Business Case Summit

A panel discussion and interactive Q & A with the strategists, developers, and researchers behind patient matchmaking initiatives. Hosted by Kira Dineen.Dr. Nara Sobreira, Matthew Osmond, and Dr. Orion Buske discuss:Patient matchmaking as a driver of diagnosisThe technology, interoperability, and structured data powering matchmaking platformsThe future of matchmaking and international collaborationLearn more about the Variant Level Matching Network.Learn more about the Matchmaker Exchange.

A panel discussion and interactive Q & A with thought leaders in genomics and genetics revenue researchers and advocates. Hosted by Kira Dineen, Dr. Colleen Campbell, Dr. Eric Green, Brian Reys, and Marianne Olson discuss:Demonstrating the direct and downstream benefits of multiple genetic subspecialtiesNavigating the challenges of funding and reimbursement in light of evolving billing codesHow to build strong business cases

An international panel of cancer genetic counselors with research and advocacy interests in LGBTQ+ affirming care, NHS Bristol’s Josephine Giblin, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Diane Koeller, and Boston University School of Medicine’s Kimberly Zayhowski, discuss:Risk considerations for trans and gender diverse cancer genetic counseling patientsCreating safe and inclusive environments in cancer genetic counselingProtecting patients during times of unprecedented legislationResources and methods to support trans and gender diverse patientsHosted by DNA Today's Kira Dineen.Resources and further reading:Navigating sexual orientation and gender identity data privacy concerns in United States genetics practicesNSGC Policy Statement: Distinguishing Sex and Gender to Reduce HarmTGD CanScreen ProjectCanadian Resource: Queering CancerCoppaFeel: UK patient resource with gender based language selection