Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 22, 2025
08:27
A Real-World High-Intensity Interval Training Protocol for Cardiorespiratory Fitness Improvement
Published on: February 22, 2022
3.1K
The UTHealth Houston Adult Cardiovascular Genomics Certificate Program: Efficacy and Impact on Healthcare
Melyssa Garner1, Bansari Rajani2, Priyanka Vaidya2
1University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Research Square
|July 1, 2024
Summary
The Cardiovascular Genomics Certificate program enhances genomic competencies for non-genetic clinicians, improving recognition and referral for heritable cardiovascular diseases. This training empowers healthcare professionals to integrate genetic insights into patient care.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Genomics
- Medical Education
- Genomic Competencies
Background:
- Growing demand for genetic services exceeds current resources.
- Clinicians often lack training in integrating genetic information into patient care.
- Heritable cardiovascular diseases require specialized knowledge for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the UTHealth Adult Cardiovascular Genomics Certificate (CGC) program's effectiveness.
- To assess the program's impact on non-genetic healthcare professionals' genomic competencies.
- To determine if the CGC encourages the application of genomic concepts in clinical practice.
Main Methods:
- An asynchronous online course with 24 modules across three tiers.
- Utilized realistic clinical scenarios, interactive dialogues, quizzes, and tests.
- Employed pre- and post-assessments, module knowledge checks, and longitudinal feedback surveys, including interviews.
Main Results:
- 283 learners showed improved skills in recognizing heritable diseases, understanding inheritance, and interpreting genetic tests.
- Learners reported increased confidence in discussing genetic risks and referring patients.
- The modular structure and linked resources were identified as key strengths.
Conclusions:
- The CGC program successfully empowers non-genetic clinicians with essential genomic competencies.
- The training fosters collaboration to reduce mortality from heritable cardiovascular diseases.
- The program has the potential to transform healthcare education and clinical practice in genomics.
Related Concept Videos
01:20Blood Studies for Cardiovascular System I: Cardiac Biomarkers
136
Cardiac biomarkers are enzymes, proteins, and hormones released into the blood when cardiac cells are injured. They are powerful tools for triaging.
The essential diagnostic tools for detecting myocardial necrosis and monitoring individuals suspected of having acute coronary syndrome (ACS) include:
Troponins
Troponins, particularly cardiac troponins I and T, are the most precise and sensitive markers of myocardial injury. They are detectable within 4-6 hours of myocardial injury and remain...
The essential diagnostic tools for detecting myocardial necrosis and monitoring individuals suspected of having acute coronary syndrome (ACS) include:
Troponins
Troponins, particularly cardiac troponins I and T, are the most precise and sensitive markers of myocardial injury. They are detectable within 4-6 hours of myocardial injury and remain...
136
01:19Blood Studies for Cardiovascular System II: CRP, Hcy, and Cardiac Natriuretic Peptide Markers
76
Cardiac biomarkers are critical in diagnosing, prognosing, and managing cardiovascular diseases. Routine measurement of specific biomarkers such as B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP), C-reactive protein (CRP), and homocysteine (Hcy) is common practice in clinical settings to evaluate heart function and predict cardiovascular events.
These markers indicate stress or strain on the heart muscle:
Natriuretic Peptides (BNP)
Cardiac myocytes produce these hormones in response to ventricular stretching...
These markers indicate stress or strain on the heart muscle:
Natriuretic Peptides (BNP)
Cardiac myocytes produce these hormones in response to ventricular stretching...
76
01:29Issues And Trends In Healthcare Delivery System
5.6K
The issues and trends in healthcare delivery are constantly changing. The COVID-19 pandemic is one recent issue that wreaked havoc on healthcare systems, causing a shortage of healthcare workers, high demand for medicines and supplies, and increased medical expenditure due to a lack of insurance. Other issues include rising healthcare costs and care fragmentation.
Cost Containment
Payment for healthcare services has historically promoted adoption of costly and often unnecessary or inefficient...
Cost Containment
Payment for healthcare services has historically promoted adoption of costly and often unnecessary or inefficient...
5.6K
01:17Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System I:Echocardiography
314
Cardiac imaging studies encompass a wide range of noninvasive and minimally invasive techniques designed to visualize the heart's structure and function in detail. One such technique is echocardiography, which uses high-frequency ultrasound waves to produce detailed images of the heart, known as echocardiograms.
Indications: Echocardiography is utilized to diagnose heart failure, valve disorders, and myocardial infarction. It also assesses cardiac structures' size, shape, and motion,...
Indications: Echocardiography is utilized to diagnose heart failure, valve disorders, and myocardial infarction. It also assesses cardiac structures' size, shape, and motion,...
314
01:20Exercise and Cardiovascular Response
777
Exercise significantly impacts cardiovascular response, which is crucial for understanding patient health and designing effective treatment plans.
Light to moderate physical activity initiates a series of interconnected responses in the body. The heart rate modestly increases in anticipation of the workout, followed by widespread vasodilation as oxygen consumption by skeletal muscles increases. This results in decreased peripheral resistance, increased capillary blood flow, and accelerated...
Light to moderate physical activity initiates a series of interconnected responses in the body. The heart rate modestly increases in anticipation of the workout, followed by widespread vasodilation as oxygen consumption by skeletal muscles increases. This results in decreased peripheral resistance, increased capillary blood flow, and accelerated...
777
01:18Hypertension and Regulation of Blood Pressure
2.0K
Hypertension, the most common cardiovascular disease, is diagnosed through repeated measurements of elevated blood pressure. Its risks, including damage to the kidney, heart, and brain, are directly proportional to blood pressure levels. Starting from 115/75 mm Hg, the risk of cardiovascular disease doubles with each increment of 20/10 mm Hg. The diagnosis relies on blood pressure measurements, not on patient symptoms, as hypertension is often asymptomatic until end-organ damage is imminent or...
2.0K