ACMG Education Workgroups-2024 Digital Edition Evaluation Report

2024 Digital Edition Evaluation Report

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The 2024 ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting Digital Edition offered a comprehensive educational experience focusing on advancements in genetic medicine, particularly in sequencing technologies and their applications in diagnostics and treatment. Participants appreciated the breadth of topics and the integration of disability perspectives in clinical practice. The content was deemed relevant and successfully fulfilled educational objectives, with a substantial percentage of participants indicating a significant increase in their understanding of genetic testing advancements, rare and common genetic disorders, and the importance of diversity and innovation in genetics.<br /><br />Participants plan to apply the knowledge gained across diverse settings, including direct patient care and industry roles, underscoring the course's broad applicability. They acknowledged the importance of staying abreast of the latest technologies and fostering collaborative mentorship among genetic counselors. Improving service delivery models and incorporating new practices were also highlighted as key takeaways.<br /><br />Participants expressed interest in future content covering prenatal genetics, cancer advancements, and emerging technologies like gene therapy and AI applications. Additionally, they suggested practical topics such as insurance, laboratory economics, and regulatory issues.<br /><br />Feedback was predominantly positive, noting the variety of topics and the convenience of on-demand content. However, some criticisms included low audio quality, autocaptioning issues, and a lack of focus on prenatal genetics. There were also calls for better digital poster accessibility and more inclusive communications regarding participant roles.<br /><br />Overall, the meeting was successful, with high satisfaction and appreciation for the educational content presented. Most participants did not observe any bias or conflict of interest, and the majority felt that the educational objectives were met, enhancing their skills and understanding. The meeting demonstrated a commitment to advancing clinical genetics and meeting the educational needs of its participants.

Keywords

ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting

genetic medicine advancements

sequencing technologies

disability perspectives

genetic testing

diversity in genetics

gene therapy

AI applications

clinical practice

educational objectives