This week, Dr. Debbie Hipps, a pioneering GP and primary care lead, joins Ben to explore how genomic medicine is transforming general practice. From enhancing risk assessments, family history evaluations, and cancer treatments to driving the NHS’s shift from reactive to preventative care, Debbie highlights the urgent need for GPs and pharmacists to upskill in this fast-evolving field. We discuss practical tools like the Genomics Education Programme, real-world examples such as managing Lynch syndrome, and the broader challenges of integrating genomics into primary care, while looking ahead to a future of more precise, personalised treatments.

Introduction (00:10)

Genomic medicine (01:43) 

Genomics in the 10 year plan (02:28) 

How is genomic medicine being used in general practice now? (03:21)

What makes something genomic medicine? (07:02)

What genetic tests are available for patients? (07:53)

Examples of practices who regularly use the testing.. (11:45)

The near future.. (13:10)

Staying up to date.. (16:13) 

Services across the UK.. (17:19) 

Resources (19:01) 

Can it make the shift from treatment to prevention.. (19:31) 

Access the RCGP Genomic Toolkit and Curriculum Guidance here.

Access the Genomics Education Programme: Genomics in Primary Care here.

Access the Genetic Test Ordering in Primary Care Resources here.

Access the Genomic notes for clinicians here.

Visit the Gateway C Course: The role of Genomics in Primary Care here.

Visit the Futurelearn: the Future of Genetics in Medicine Online Course here.

Download the Genomics information on an App here (Please note - only currently available for SE, NThames and East regions)

North Thames GMSA Educational Resources can be accessed here.

eLearning for Health Genomics in Healthcare is found here.

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