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Medical Genetics Ethics Cases

Author(s):

Shoumita Dasgupta

Overview:
 

As our understanding of the genetic basis of human disease has grown, genetic testing applications for these conditions have grown in parallel. Discussion of the nuances of these testing strategies in the context of direct-to-consumer genetic testing, identification of incidental findings in genomic strategies, and other ethically complex scenarios is imperative for trainees to fully consider responsible use of genomic technologies.

The case collection was developed for use in a first year Genomic Medicine course for medical students at the Boston University School of Medicine. Although this was initially piloted with medical students, it would be appropriate to use with advanced undergraduate students as well as graduate students with an interest in the clinical applications of the science they are studying.

Genetics Concept(s) Addressed:

How do different types of mutations affect genes and the corresponding mRNAs and proteins?

Core Competencies Addressed:

Students should be able to effectively explain genetics concepts to different audiences.

Audience:

Intermediate, undergraduate major

Activity Type:

In-Class/Lecture Exercise
 

Activity Length:

2 hours, but can be split over multiple sessions

Keywords:

genomic medicine, ethics, medical genetics, whole genome sequencing, whole exome sequencing, direct-to-consumer genetic testing, stem cells, regenerative medicine, pharmacogenetics, GINA, precision medicine, incidental finding

Citation:

Dasgupta, S. (2018). Medical Genetics Ethics Cases. Genetics Society of America Peer-Reviewed Education Portal (GSA PREP); 2018. 001; doi: 10.1534/gsaprep.2018.001

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