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Genetic testing in New Zealand: the role of the general practitioner
Sonya Morgan1, Deborah McLeod, Alexa Kidd
1Department of General Practice, Wellington School of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Otago, Wellington. smorgan@wnmeds.ac.nz
Aim:
The aim of the study commissioned by the National Health Committee (NHC) was to explore the current practice and training needs of general practitioners (GPs) in relation to genetic testing in New Zealand, and to gauge GPs' perceptions of access to genetic services for their patients.
Method:
A postal survey was sent to a national, random sample of 600 GPs. Responses were received from 328 (56%) of the 586 eligible GPs.
Results:
Most GPs felt they lacked experience and knowledge of genetic testing, had received little formal training, and many were unsure of how to contact genetic services locally. GPs recognised the importance of their role in genetic testing and requested further information.
Conclusions:
GPs in New Zealand have an increasingly important role to play in genetic testing. The nature of this role in the new genetics era needs to be carefully considered as will the best way to implement any future educational strategies.
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