"Understanding Genome Testing" with A. Cecile J.W. Janssens, PhD

This week's conversation is about genome testing - what it can and cannot do, what is its role in prediction, as well as management and treatment of disease, and bases for personalized medicine - with our expert Dr. A. Cecile J.W. Janssens. Dr. A. Cecile J.W. Janssens is professor of Epidemiology in the department of Epidemiology of the Rollins School of Public Health. Her research concerns the translation of genomics research to applications in clinical and public health practice, and focuses on the polygenic prediction of multifactorial diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. She is best known for her theoretical and methodological studies that outline the future predictive ability and utility of genetic testing. Dr. Janssens has published over 200 papers in international scientific journals, including articles on the psychological, behavioral, ethical and societal aspects of genetic testing, the quality of evidence, research methodology and research ethics. This podcast is brought to you by Emory Lifestyle Medicine & Wellness. To learn more about our work, please visit https://bit.ly/EmoryLM

Episode 110 of the The Whole Health Cure podcast, hosted by Sharon Bergquist MD, Cecile J.W. Janssens PhD, titled ""Understanding Genome Testing" with A. Cecile J.W. Janssens, PhD" was published on September 21, 2020 and runs 30 minutes.

September 21, 2020 ·30m · The Whole Health Cure

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This week's conversation is about genome testing - what it can and cannot do, what is its role in prediction, as well as management and treatment of disease, and bases for personalized medicine - with our expert Dr. A. Cecile J.W. Janssens. Dr. A. Cecile J.W. Janssens is professor of Epidemiology in the department of Epidemiology of the Rollins School of Public Health. Her research concerns the translation of genomics research to applications in clinical and public health practice, and focuses on the polygenic prediction of multifactorial diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. She is best known for her theoretical and methodological studies that outline the future predictive ability and utility of genetic testing. Dr. Janssens has published over 200 papers in international scientific journals, including articles on the psychological, behavioral, ethical and societal aspects of genetic testing, the quality of evidence, research methodology and research ethics. This podcast is brought to you by Emory Lifestyle Medicine & Wellness. To learn more about our work, please visit https://bit.ly/EmoryLM

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