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Cancer Genetics: Managing the Risks Through Testing and Counseling
- Location:
- NIH - Bethesda, MD
- Term:
- 4th term
- Department:
- Health Behavior and Society
- Credits:
- 2 credits
- Academic Year:
- 2022 - 2023
- Instruction Method:
- TBD
- Class Times:
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- Tuesday, 1:00 - 2:50pm
- Auditors Allowed:
- Yes, with instructor consent
- Grading Restriction:
- Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
- Contact:
- Lori Erby
- Resources:
- Description:
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Equips graduate students enrolled in the JHU/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Program and medical genetics fellows with the genetic principles of common, complex disease using cancer as the example. Introduces key concepts throughout the course through case-based learning. Provides background for future clinical cancer genetics rotations.
- Learning Objectives:
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Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Explain the principles of genetic components to common disease using cancer as the example
- Explain the contribution of major gene mutations to the development of cancer
- Describe the multi-faceted aspects of genetic testing for cancer susceptibility
- Use case examples to assess cancer risk
- Explain the psychological aspects of living at increased risk for cancer
- Methods of Assessment:
Case Assessment (20%); "Create Your Own Multi-Gene Panel” Presentation; (20%); Final (30%); Class participation (30%)
- Instructor Consent:
No consent required