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Communicating Precision Medicine Research: Multidisciplinary Teams and Diverse Communities
Julie A Beans1, Susan B Trinidad2, Erika Blacksher3
1Research Department, Southcentral Foundation, Anchorage, Alaska, USA, jbeans@southcentralfoundation.com.
Public Health Genomics
|August 23, 2022
Summary
Precision medicine research uses individual differences to tailor healthcare. Developed case examples and a shared definition foster understanding across diverse teams and communities for equitable progress.
Area of Science:
- Genomics and Health Sciences
- Translational Medicine
- Bioinformatics
Background:
- Precision medicine research tailors health strategies using individual genetic, environmental, and lifestyle data.
- Effective communication is crucial for advancing precision medicine across disciplines and with diverse populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop tools for facilitating discussions about precision medicine research.
- To establish a shared understanding of precision medicine research scope among stakeholders.
Main Methods:
- A multidisciplinary group convened for a year.
- Developed case examples of precision medicine research.
Main Results:
- A shared definition of precision medicine research was established.
- Six case examples were created, covering genetic risk, pharmacogenetics, epigenetics, microbiome, mobile health, and electronic health records.
Conclusions:
- The definition and case examples serve as planning tools for multidisciplinary teams.
- Shared understanding is vital for successful and equitable precision medicine research with diverse communities.
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