Haemato-oncology perspectives films published
Four healthcare professionals explain the impact of their role within the genomic testing pathway for blood cancer and related conditions
As part of an upcoming course around genomic testing in haematological malignancies, two new films have been made live by NHS England’s Genomics Education Programme to help shine a light on the complexities of the genomic testing pathway and how healthcare professionals work together to deliver positive outcomes for patients.
Different perspectives
The first film introduces four different healthcare professionals and provides a platform for them to discuss the part they play within the genomic testing pathway.
We hear from Dr Guy Hannah (haematology), Dr Andrew Innes (haematology), Frances Smith (clinical science) and Dr Katie Snape (clinical genetics), who explore the practical relationship genomics has with haemato-oncology within the NHS, including its impact on diagnosis, prognosis, treatment and management.
Looking to the future
Although the field of haemato-oncology is no stranger to genomics – Dr Hannah describes recent developments as being ‘evolution rather than revolution’, there is still progress to be made. The second film focuses on the future of the pathway, including how new advances in technology might make a difference and how the NHS Genomic Medicine Service can continue to make testing more equitable and effective for patients across the country.
Three courses for three pathways
These films have been created for use in an upcoming massively open online course (MOOC) in the ‘Genomics in the NHS: A Clinician’s Guide’ series, each focusing on a different genomic testing pathway. Two courses – rare disease and solid tumours – are open and available now through FutureLearn, and contain two-weeks of learning, delivered through articles, videos, quizzes and other interactive activities.
More information about the parent course for these films will be available soon, as development continues.
