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1Christine Kessler is an Endocrinology Nurse Practitioner and Founder, Metabolic Medicine Associates, 6315 Vista Court, King George, VA 22485 (ckessler@maranatha.net).
AACN Advanced Critical Care
|March 3, 2018
Summary
Genomic medicine advances disease diagnosis and treatment, improving healthcare. Increased nurse and provider genomics knowledge is crucial for integrating this into precision medicine.
Area of Science:
- Genomic medicine
- Precision medicine
- Healthcare delivery
Background:
- Genomic medicine is rapidly advancing healthcare.
- There is a knowledge gap in genomics among healthcare providers.
- Genomic medicine offers potential for precise disease evaluation and management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current state of genetic and genomics science.
- To explore the integration of genomic medicine into precision medicine.
- To raise awareness about genomics and precision medicine.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of genetic and genomics science.
- Analysis of genomic medicine's role in precision medicine.
- Discussion of implications for healthcare providers.
Main Results:
- Genomic medicine is transforming disease diagnosis and treatment.
- Genomics knowledge is lagging behind the rapid advancements in the field.
- Integration of genomics into precision medicine is expanding.
Conclusions:
- Genomic medicine represents a new paradigm in healthcare.
- Addressing the knowledge gap is essential for effective implementation.
- Further inquiry into genomics and precision medicine is warranted.
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