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Advancing the genetic counseling profession through research: Identification of priorities by the National Society of Genetic Counselors research task force
Author(s) -
Senter Leigha,
Austin Jehannine C.,
Carey Meghan,
Cho Megan T.,
Harris Stephanie L.,
Linnenbringer Erin L.,
MacFarlane Ian M.,
Pan Vivian Y.,
Quillin John M.,
Wynn Julia,
Hooker Gillian W.
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
journal of genetic counseling
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.867
H-Index - 52
eISSN - 1573-3599
pISSN - 1059-7700
DOI - 10.1002/jgc4.1330
Subject(s) - genetic counseling , task (project management) , prioritization , task force , human genetics , medical education , identification (biology) , public relations , medicine , engineering ethics , psychology , political science , process management , management , genetics , business , public administration , botany , gene , engineering , economics , biology
Abstract To help advance research critical to the achievement of the National Society of Genetic Counselors’ (NSGC) strategic objectives, coordination and prioritization of society resources are needed. NSGC convened a task force to advance research necessary for the achievement of our strategic objectives by reviewing existing society‐supported research efforts identifying gaps in current research, and coordinating society resources, the task force was formed in order to coordinate and prioritize society resources to advance research critical to the achievement of our strategic objectives. The task force developed a research agenda outlining high‐priority research questions for the next 5 years. The questions are organized into four domains: (a) Genetic Counseling Clients; (b) Genetic Counseling Process and Outcomes; (c) Value of Genetic Counseling Services; and (d) Access to Genetic Counseling Services. This framework can be used to advocate for research and funding priorities within NSGC and with other key research entities to stimulate the growth and advancement of the genetic counseling profession.