Genetics & Genomics

Somatic Testing and Tumor Profiling Overview

Somatic Testing and Tumor Profiling Overview

Eric Konnick, MD, MS,Angie Jacobson, MS, CGC, LGC,Ankita Jhuraney, MS, PhD
“Somatic Testing and Tumor Profiling Overview,” hosted by the AONN+ Genetics and Genomics Committee.
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Empowering the Patient Voice: Genomic Testing and Cancer Care Decisions

Empowering the Patient Voice: Genomic Testing and Cancer Care Decisions

Frank dela Rama, RN, MS, AOCNS,Sara Campbell, BS, BSN, OCN,Jim G.
In this roundtable discussion presented by AONN+ and supported by Exact Sciences, a panel of experts discuss the critical role of nurse navigators in educating cancer patients about genomic testing and how to interpret the results.
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Takeaways from Episode 2 of the Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation Podcast: The Role of the Navigator as the Genetic Extender

Takeaways from Episode 2 of the Heart and Soul of Oncology Navigation Podcast: The Role of the Navigator as the Genetic Extender

Genetics testing can yield important insights for patients with cancer, and navigators are optimally positioned to help patients get appropriate testing.
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Opportunities Are Abundant for Navigators in the Field of Genetics and Genomics

Opportunities Are Abundant for Navigators in the Field of Genetics and Genomics

Andrey Antov, PhD, MBA
Dr Andrey Antov sees much potential for navigators when it comes to applying genetic and genomic testing to cancer care.
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The Navigator's Role in Genetic Testing

The Navigator's Role in Genetic Testing

Andrey Antov, PhD, MBA
Dr Andrey Antov recognizes how important the role of the navigator is in dealing with genetic and genomic testing, as the navigator often needs to help the patient gain access to the appropriate therapy, work with different stakeholders, monitor data, and more.
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Educating Oncology Professionals on Genetic and Genomic Testing

Educating Oncology Professionals on Genetic and Genomic Testing

Andrey Antov, PhD, MBA
Dr Andrey Antov provides an overview of the role of Jackson Laboratory in the field of cancer genetic testing and in the education of nurses and navigators who co-manage patients at high risk or with a diagnosis of cancer.
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The Future of Genomics and Targeted Therapies

The Future of Genomics and Targeted Therapies

Andrey Antov, PhD, MBA
Dr Andrey Antov muses on the evolution of genomics and how it could potentially impact targeted therapies and cancer care.
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Who Should Consider Genetic Testing?

Who Should Consider Genetic Testing?

Andrey Antov, PhD, MBA
Dr Andrey Antov identifies situations in which people may want to consider genetic testing.
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Genetic vs Genomic Testing: What's the Difference?

Genetic vs Genomic Testing: What's the Difference?

Andrey Antov, PhD, MBA
Dr Andrey Antov provides a useful metaphor to explain how genetic testing and genomic testing differ from one another and the purpose behind each type of testing.
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Misconceptions About Genetic and Genomic Testing

Misconceptions About Genetic and Genomic Testing

Andrey Antov, PhD, MBA
Dr Andrey Antov notes that there is often confusion around genetic and genomic testing, due in part to a lack of genetic counselors, high costs, and the rate of adoption of new technologies.
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