P508: Nontraditional inpatient genetic counseling model increases access to genetic counseling and testing for racial minority groups

Genetics in Medicine Open 2026 Open access

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Authors: Kathryn Nunez, Bryana J. Rivers, Crystal Tichnell, Carolyn D. Applegate, Day, Lisa R. Yanek, Brittney A. Murray, Cynthia James, Emily E. Brown
DOI: 10.1016/j.gimo.2026.104000
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Abstract

To increase access to inpatient genetic testing, we offered a pre-test genetics education video for adults admitted and referred for a cardiovascular genetics evaluation. An unexpected benefit of this study was that we were able to improve access to genetic counseling services for patients who belong to racial minority groups. Previous research has established that disparities exist amongst racial and ethnic groups in accessing genetic counseling and testing. In part, this is because individuals from minority backgrounds are often less likely to be referred for an outpatient genetics evaluation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Race Genetics and Society Genomics and Rare Diseases BRCA gene mutations in cancer

Publication details

Journal / source
Genetics in Medicine Open
Volume
4
Pages
104000–104000
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN