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DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#347 Gender Affirming Cancer Genetic CounselingTo celebrate the end of Pride month, we are sharing this episode of the PhenoTips Speaker Series, which was hosted by our own, Kira Dineen.
The current rise in structural hostility towards transgender and gender diverse individuals highlights the importance of appropriate and affirming care for this medically marginalized community. In cancer genetics, specific factors such as medical transition and psychosocial impacts alter the approach to, and requirements of, genetic counseling for trans patients. To support the unique needs of trans and gender diverse patients in hereditary cancer genetic counseling, this episode of the PhenoTips Speakers series f...2025-06-271h 03
PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastKimberly Zayhowski, Diane Koeller, and Josephine Giblin on Gender Affirming Cancer Genetic CounselingAn international panel of cancer genetic counselors with research and advocacy interests in LGBTQ+ affirming care, NHS Bristol’s Josephine Giblin, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Diane Koeller, and Boston University School of Medicine’s Kimberly Zayhowski, discuss:Risk considerations for trans and gender diverse cancer genetic counseling patientsCreating safe and inclusive environments in cancer genetic counselingProtecting patients during times of unprecedented legislationResources and methods to support trans and gender diverse patientsHosted by DNA Today's Kira Dineen.Resources and further reading:Navigating sexual orientation and gender identity data privacy concerns in United States geneti...2025-06-261h 01
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#346 Patient Experiences with Sickle Cell Experimental Treatments: The Triumphs & TrialsWe’re kicking off Season 2 of #ThroughTheGenes with a powerful and personal episode in honor of World Sickle Cell Day, which was commemorated yesterday on June 19th.
This podcast isn’t just about science, it’s about storytelling through the lens of lived experience. Hosted by three uniquely different women who have experience with transformative therapies for sickle cell disease, this season celebrates the sisterhood they’ve built through vulnerability, advocacy, and the desire to push the conversation forward.
If you’ve been following along, you’ll remember Episodes #288 and #289 of DNA Today, wh...2025-06-2051 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#344 Trans and Gender Diverse Patients' Experiences with Reproductive HealthcareWe wanted to let you know of a live podcast episode of the PhenoTips Speakers Series happening soon on June 18th, 2025 at 12pmEST. We do an annual pride installment, this year we are exploring Gender Affirming Cancer Genetic Counseling. Sign up here so you can tune in and ask your questions live to host Kira Dineen and the impressive panel we have lined up.
Have you heard? I launched a brand new science podcast network called Gene Pool Media. Thanks to everyone who has supported the network by following us @GenePoolMedia on social. Shoutout to t...2025-06-0622 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#340 How Podcasting Shaped A Genetics Career: Dr. Matt Burgess Interviews Kira DineenI launched a brand new science podcast network called Gene Pool Media, two weeks ago on DNA Day, April 25th. The response has been amazing, so thank you to everyone who has been supportive, especially the podcasts that have joined the network including…
RealPharma
Beyond The Thesis with Papa PhD
DNA Dialogues
It Happened To Me
#ThroughTheGenes
Demystifying Genetics
PhenoTips Speaker Series
All Access DNA
Two brand new shows debuting this year: one in the rare disease space and another exploring the intersection of health science, religion, and spirituality.
Over the years we have s...2025-05-0952 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#339 Inherited Leukemia: Exploring Genetic Risk and Early DetectionA week ago on DNA Day, April 25th, I launched a brand new science podcast network called Gene Pool Media. The response has been amazing, so thank you to everyone who has been supportive, especially the podcasts that have joined the network including…
RealPharma
Beyond The Thesis with Papa PhD
DNA Dialogues
It Happened To Me
#ThroughTheGenes
Demystifying Genetics
PhenoTips Speaker Series
All Access DNA
Two brand new shows debuting this year: one in the rare disease space and another exploring the intersection of health science, religion, and spirituality.
And All Access DNA, which you are about to h...2025-05-0244 minPhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastGenetic Counseling with PhenoTips Pedigree Software, with Erica Peacock and Ariel ModesteErica Peacock, PhenoTips' in-house genetic counselor and Genetics Workflow Consultant, demonstrates the practical application of PhenoTips' pedigree software in a mock genetic counseling session featuring genetic counseling student, Ariel Modeste, as the "Patient". Following the mock genetic counseling session, DNA Today's Kira Dineen moderates and guides an audience Q&A addressing various aspects of PhenoTips' pedigree software.Throughout the mock session and following discussion, Kira, Ariel, and Erica address:How the pedigree builder is used in genetic counseling practiceThe pedigree builder’s relationship to patient & family recordsCommonly asked questions about the pedigree builder considerationsTips & tricks for us...2025-04-231h 00PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastHelene Cederroth, Dr. Wendy van Zelst-Stams, Dr. Angelica Delgado Vega, and Dr. Eric Klee on Driving Diagnosis Through Global Collaboration with the Undiagnosed HackathonRare disease researchers and advocates, past and future organizers of the Undiagnosed Hackathon initiative, Helene Cederroth, Dr. Wendy van Zelst-Stams, Dr. Angelica Delgado Vega, Dr. Eric Klee, and Dr. Orion Buske, discuss the innovative annual Undiagnosed Hackathon events.The international panel discuss:International barriers to rare disease diagnosisGlobal collaboration as a method to drive diagnosisDriving principals, goals, and outcomes of the Undiagnosed HackathonsResources, methods, and technologies to facilitate collaborative diagnosis2025-02-2757 min
Nature and Science PodcastGenetic Counseling: How To Make An Informed Decision If Your Baby May Be Born With A Life Threatening IllnessSend us a textHow do you make an informed decision if your baby may be born with a life threatening illness. Genetic diseases can be heart wrenching.Kira Dineen joins us to discuss the challenges surrounding genetic diseases and the sometimes difficult decisions parents have to make. We will also talk about the revolutionary gene editing tool, CRISPR, that is clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats”. What is that? Join us to find out. Please don’t forget to hit the like button and subscribe at natureandsciencepodcast.comShe is the host...2024-12-2859 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#320 Genetics in Neuromuscular Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment with Dr. Robert Bucelli“DNA Today” isn’t the only podcast that Kira Dineen produces. She also is involved on the production of other genetics shows like the Journal of Genetic Counseling’s new podcast “DNA Dialogues”, n-Lorem’s “Patient Empowerment Program”, Know Rare’s “Rare Insights”, The PhenoTips’ Speaker Series, and relevant to this episode, she is the Executive Producer of “It Happened To Me” explores rare diseases and medical challenges.
One of the other shows is called “It Happened To Me” which explores rare diseases and medical challenges. This week the show released its 50th episode and wrapped its second year of episodes; to celebra...2024-12-2043 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#318 Genetics Wrapped 2024: Top Advances in Genomic MedicineTo celebrate the year coming to an end, we are reflecting back on the top genetics and genomics
Bruce D. Gelb, M.D. is the outgoing President of the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG). He is also the Director and Gogel Family Professor of the Mindich Child Health and Development Institute at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He is Professor of Pediatrics and of Genetics and Genomic Sciences. Dr. Gelb completed a pediatric residency and pediatric cardiology fellowship at Babies Hospital of Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center and Texas Children’s Hospital at the...2024-12-0649 minPhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastLaura Hercher, Jill Stopfer, and Demetra Georgiou on the Role of Genetic Counselors in Genomic Mainstreaming2024 recipient of the Natalie Weissberger Paul National Achievement Award from the NSGC, Laura Hercher, Associate Director of Genetic Counseling at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Jill Stopfer, and Innovation Specialist and Chair of the British Society for Genetic Medicine, Demetra Georgiou, discuss the changing roles genetic counselors will play as genomics goes mainstream. The international panel of genetic counselors discusses:Visions for genomic mainstreamingChanging roles of genetic counselors under mainstreamingPast, present, and future barriers to genomic mainstreamingExamples of current genomic integrations2024-12-021h 01
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#317 Prenatal Mock Genetic Counseling SessionWe're excited to release our second installment in our new Mock Genetic Counseling Session series! In this installment, our host Genetic Counselor Kira Dineen and student Annette Grynspan perform a mock prenatal genetic counseling session. This prenatal session’s indication is one of the most common: advanced maternal age (AMA).
This session was recorded in person, providing a more dynamic and engaging learning experience therefore, we highly recommend watching it on YouTube to fully immerse yourself in the interaction.
We hope this series is helpful for prospective and current genetic counseling studen...2024-11-2953 minPhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastRozalia Valentine and Chelsea Wagner on LGBTQIA+ Affirming Prenatal Genetic CounselingQueer genetic counselor at Boston Children's Hospital, Rozalia Valentine, and lead prenatal genetic counselor at BillionToOne, Chelsea Wagner, discuss creating psychologically safe and inclusive environments, supporting access to equitable care and reproductive options, representation in family history collection, and resources and ways to support LBGTQ+ colleagues and patients,Mentioned in this episode:Rare Insights: Uncovering The Future Of Rare Disease Treatments“Rare Insights” dive deeps into the complexities of rare diseases, exploring real-world insights from passionate industry leaders. Together, we navigate the unknowns and unlock the potential for groundbreaking treatments. Because in this jour...2024-07-031h 03PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Orion Buske and Dr. Mark Kiel on AI in GenomicsPhenoTips' Chief Technology Officer Dr. Orion Buske and Genomenon's Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Mark Kiel discuss current and future applications of AI in genomics, limitations to the application of AI in genomics, the role of AI in advancing precision medicine, and ethical, legal, and social implications of the application of AI in genomics.2024-06-031h 00PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Marc S. Williams on Preparing EHRs for the Genomic AgeProfessor and Director Emeritus of Geisinger’s Department of Genomic Health, Dr. Marc S. Williams, addresses the current shortcomings of EHR systems in the genomics age, barriers faced in expanding EHR systems to be compatible with genomic information, the role of EHRs in advancing genomic medicine, and ethical, legal, and social implications involved in incorporating genomic information into EHRs.2024-04-231h 02PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Claudia Gonzaga-Jauregui on Equitable Access to Rare Disease CarePrincipal Investigator at the International Laboratory for Human Genome Research (LIIGH), UNAM, Dr. Claudia Gonzaga-Jauregui addresses challenges in improving the accessibility of rare disease care, barriers faced by medical professionals and patients, improving diversity in data sets and ethical considerations, and best practices in improving equitability of rare disease care.2024-03-271h 01
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#266 Genetics Wrapped 2023To celebrate the year coming to an end, we are reflecting back on the top genetics and genomics news stories during 2023. It’s hard to fit a year’s worth of genetics in one episode, let alone a half hour so we bring you this special double episode of DNA Today.
Our host Kira Dineen is joined by two leaders in genetics, Dr. Eric Green and Dr. Brendan Lee.
Dr. Eric Green
Dr. Eric Green is the director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) at the U.S. Natio...2023-12-0854 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#260 PhenoTips: Population Genomics in Clinical PracticeWe are sharing the twenty-fifth installment of the PhenoTips Speaker Series, which was hosted by our own, Kira Dineen. She interviewed a panel of international industry leaders in clinical genomics, Dr. Eric Green, Dr. Julian Barwell, and Dr. Fiona Brinkman, discuss the benefits, roadblocks, and practical implications of applying population genomics in clinical practice.
Applying population genomics in clinical practice has the potential to revolutionize healthcare by enhancing disease prediction, enabling personalized medicine, and advancing medical research. By leveraging the wealth of genomic information available, clinicians can provide more targeted and effective treatments, ultimately improving p...2023-10-271h 17PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Eric Green, Dr. Julian Barwell, and Dr. Fiona Brinkman on Population Genomics in Clinical PracticeInternational leaders in genomics, Dr. Eric Green, Dr. Julian Barwell, and Dr. Fiona Brinkman, discuss the optimal utilization and collection of genomic data, challenges to applying population genomics in clinical care, the ethical considerations of data sets and methods to improve diversity, advancing clinical care through delivery models, channels, and technologies, and best practices for leveraging population genomics in routine clinical care.2023-09-291h 15
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#243 PhenoTips: Navigating Barriers in LGBTQIA+ Genetic CareWe are closing out Pride Month with a recent installment of the PhenoTips Speaker Series. DNA Today’s host Kira Dineen is also one of the hosts of the PhenoTips Speaker Series. This live webinar focuses on relevant genetics topics by featuring discussions with thought leaders and experts in genomic medicine. This episode is the 24th installment of the PhenoTips’ Speaker Series, “Navigating Barriers in LGBTQIA+ Genetic Care”.
A 2018 Harvard study found that nearly 1/6th of LGBTQIA+ adults have experienced discrimination in a healthcare setting, while 1/5th have avoided seeking medical care out of fear of discrim...2023-06-301h 04PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Jehannine Austin, Andy Cantor, Josephine Giblin, and Katie Gallagher on Navigating Barriers in LGBTQ+ Genetic CareInternational genetic counselors, and LGBTQ+ community members, advocates, educators, and researchers, Dr. Jehannine Austin, Andy Cantor, Josephine Giblin, and Katie Gallagher, discuss protecting patients during times of unprecedented legislation, creating psychologically safe and inclusive environments, supporting access to equitable care, representation in family history collection, and resources and best practices to support LBGTQ+ colleagues and patients.2023-06-191h 02
DealMakers: Entrepreneur | Startups | Venture CapitalJames Lochrie On Selling His First Company For $400 Million And Now Helping Startups Scale GloballyJames Lochrie achieved one of the biggest startup exits in Canada with his first company. Now he is investing in other founders to help them bring their world-changing ideas to life. The firm, Thin Air Labs, has invested in startups like Clinify, PayShepherd, Rehabtronics, PhenoTips.
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DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#227 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophies with Louise Rodino-Klapac and Livija MedneIn this episode, we are exploring limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD). Joining us for this conversation are two experts, Dr. Louise Rodino-Klapac, and genetic counselor Livija Medne.
Dr. Louise Rodino-Klapac is the Executive Vice President, Head of R&D and Chief Scientific Officer at Sarepta Therapeutics who has 15 years of experience researching and studying LGMD. She is renowned for her work in molecular genetics and gene therapy. Her pioneering research is the foundation for five of our investigational limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD) programs. Hear from Dr. Rodino-Klapac about LGMD, the importance of knowing your subtype...2023-03-1030 minPhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Kym Boycott on Solving the Unsolvable with Care4RareTier 1 Canada Research Chair in Rare Disease Precision Health and primary investigator at the national Care4Rare Canada Consortium, Dr. Kym Boycott, presents the methods by which Care4Rare facilitates the translation of genome-wide sequencing technology, explains how Care4Rare and the All for One Precision Health Partnership supports data-sharing and facilitates research, illustrates the national data infrastructure built on PhenoTips technology for sharing data and matchmaking, and provides three cases solved by Care4Rare after facing 10+ years long diagnostic odysseys.2023-03-0859 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#223 PhenoTips: Rare Disease Diagnosis WorkflowHappy Rare Disease Month! With over 10,000 rare diseases, reaching a diagnosis is a long and arduous process for the 300 million people affected by a rare disease worldwide. Advancements in technology, bioinformatics, and improved collaboration hold the promise to end or reduce this diagnostic odyssey; however, valuable diagnostic data still remains siloed and fragmented within healthcare systems. To illuminate the ways in which interoperability can be harnessed to drive diagnosis, DNA Today host Kira Dineen and PhenoTips’ Dr. Orion Buske and Charles Keenan share their insights.
DNA Today’s host Kira Dineen is also one of t...2023-02-101h 05
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#219 It Happened To Me Podcast: Genetic Counselors for Rare DiseasesA new year means a new podcast! We are thrilled to announce that our host, Kira Dineen, is a co-producer of a new rare disease and medical challenges podcast called, It Happened To Me.
In celebration of the launch we wanted to share an upcoming episode of the podcast where the hosts Cathy Gildenhorn and Beth Glassman interviewed Kira Dineen. There will also be another episode on the show where they flip roles and Kira interviews Cathy and Beth about their patient advocacy and stories.
Hope you enjoy this...2023-01-1336 minPhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastVishakha Triphathi, Erin Wadman, and Brittney Johnstone on Burnout in Genetic CounselingGenetic counselors with research interests in burnout, Erin Wadman and Brittney Johnstone, and experienced Lead Genetic Counsellor, Vishakha Tripathi, discuss the factors leading to burnout among genetic counselors, signs to guide self-identification of burnout, mitigation and coping strategies, as well as resources and methods to help support colleagues experiencing burnout. Hosted by DNA Today's Kira Dineen.2022-12-211h 00PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Orion Buske and PhenoTips Experts on Building Integrated Workflows for Rare Disease DiagnosisLeader in the development of interoperability standards and PhenoTips CEO, Dr. Orion Buske, and PhenoTips' Interoperability Specialist, Charles Keenan, discuss the ways in which PhenoTips is helping rare disease networks with the adoption of interoperability standards to integrate workflows, the role of interoperable data in improving diagnostic outcomes, the application of structured pedigree and phenotypic data in diagnosis, and recent rare disease projects across the US, UK, and Canada. Hosted by DNA Today's Kira Dineen.2022-10-1159 minPhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastJoanna Mercado, Holden Bender-Bernstein, and Marney Brillinger on Gender Affirming Care in Genetic CounselingTransgender patient advocate, Holden Bender Bernstein, hereditary cancer genetic counselor, Joanna Mercado, and prenatal genetic counselor, Marney Brillinger, discuss best practices to improve clinic experiences for transgender and gender non-conforming patients, gender-affirming family history collection, challenges to providing gender-affirming care in existing service delivery models, and education and advocacy in the genetics and genomics community. Hosted by DNA Today's Kira Dineen.2022-07-111h 22
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#190 PhenoTips: Gender Affirming Care in Genetic CounselingHappy Pride month! This episode we are continuing our celebrations! Last episode (#189) we interviewed two experts from PhenoTips, Orion Buske and Erica Peacock about building inclusive pedigrees. This episode is a fantastic follow up about how to provide gender affirming care, specifically in the genetic counseling space. As a queer member of the LGBTQIA+ community, our host Kira Dineen is excited to share this episode.
DNA Today’s host Kira Dineen is also one of the hosts of the PhenoTips Speaker Series. This monthly live webinar focuses on relevant genetics topics by featuring discussions with th...2022-06-241h 30
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#189 Building Inclusive Pedigrees with PhenoTipsTo celebrate Pride month our next two episodes will be focused on the LGBTQIA+ community. In this episode we explore building inclusive pedigrees with Dr. Orion Buske and Erica Peacock of Phenotips.
The PhenopTips name might seem familiar as our host, Kira Dineen, is also the host of the PhenoTips Speaker Series, which is a live webinar about genetic topics (including a live Q&A), then it’s released as a podcast. Watch previous Speaker Series here, or search “PhenoTips Speaker Series” where you get your podcasts to listen!
As a queer...2022-06-1737 minPhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastJill Stopfer, Jessica Corredor, and Emily Nazar on the Future of Hereditary Cancer Genetic CounselingAssociate Director of Genetic Counseling at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Jill Stopfer, Senior Genetic Counselor at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Jessica Corredor, and Lead Genetic Counselor for Cancer Genetics at Genome Medical, Emily Nazar, discuss the latest technological advancements and changes to delivery models, barriers in hereditary cancer genetic counseling and methods to overcome them, strategies to prepare genetic counselors for the future, and methods to improve the accessibility of genetic counseling services in hereditary cancer genetic counseling. Hosted by DNA Today's Kira Dineen.2022-04-111h 15PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Loren Peña, Dr. Austin Larson, and Dr. Amanda Barone Pritchard on Improving the Diagnostic Yield in Pediatric GeneticsClinical Geneticist at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, Dr. Loren Peña, Medical Geneticist at Children’s Hospital Colorado, Dr. Austin Larson, and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Michigan Health, Dr. Amanda Barone Pritchard, discuss challenges in current diagnostic journeys, the latest technological advancements, predictions for the future of genetic testing landscapes, and changes to the infrastructure required to improve diagnostic yield in pediatric genetics. Hosted by DNA Today's Kira Dineen.2022-04-111h 13PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Ian Campbell, Dr. Bimal Chaudhari, and Dr. Ajith Kumar on Improving Patient Experiences in Clinical GeneticsClinical Geneticist at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Dr. Ian Campbell, Principal Investigator in the Steve and Cindy Rasmussen Institute for Genomic Medicine at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Dr. Bimal Chaudhari, and Consultant in Clinical Genetics at Great Ormond Street Hospital, Dr. Ajith Kumar discuss the biggest challenges patients face in clinical genetic care, how to integrate feedback to improve patient care, and navigating systemic barriers to improve accessibility of care in clinical genetics. Hosted by DNA Today's Kira Dineen.2022-02-241h 16
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#172 PhenoTips: Advances in Rare Disease DiagnosisDNA Today’s host Kira Dineen is also one of the hosts of the PhenoTips Speaker Series. This monthly live webinar focuses on relevant genetics topics by featuring discussions with thought leaders and experts in genomic medicine. In this podcast episode we are sharing an installment of the PhenoTips Speaker Series, “Advances in Rare Disease Diagnosis”, which is hosted by Kira’s colleague, Dr. Pawel Buckowicz.
With over 6,000 rare diseases, reaching diagnosis is a long and arduous process for the 300 million people worldwide affected by rare disease. Advances in technology, collaboration, bioinformatics and more hold the promise to end o...2022-02-181h 18PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastChildren's Mercy on Ending Diagnostic OdysseysClinical/Research Assistant Director of the Molecular Genetics Laboratory at Children’s Mercy Center for Pediatric Genetic Medicine, Dr. Ana Cohen, presents how Children’s Mercy’s Genomic Answers for Kids initiative uses PhenoTips software to find answers for children and families affected by rare diseases, as well as presenting cases solved by the Genomic Answers for Kids initiative. Hosted by PhenoTips COO and VP of Scientific & Medical Affairs. Watch the full presentation at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/childrens-mercy-ending-diagnostic-odysseys.html2022-01-2659 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#167 PhenoTips: Future of Cancer GeneticsDNA Today’s host Kira Dineen is also the host of the PhenoTips Speaker Series. This monthly live webinar focuses on relevant genetics topics by featuring discussions with thought leaders and experts in genomic medicine. In this podcast episode we are sharing an installment of the PhenoTips Speaker Series, “The Future of Cancer Genetics”.
Thanks to advancements in genome sequencing, physicians are equipped with improved knowledge on the causes of cancer, as well as alternative treatment options for specific cancers. Despite this growing wealth of cancer genomics data, experts remain unclear on how to transl...2022-01-141h 17PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Banu Arun and Dr. Mark Robson on the Future of Cancer GeneticsCo-Medical Director of the Clinical Cancer Genetics Program at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Dr. Banu Arun, and Chief of Breast Medicine Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Dr. Mark Robson, discuss the latest technological advancements in cancer genetics, expected barriers in the field, and methods to prepare practitioners for the future of cancer genetics. Hosted by DNA Today's Kira Dineen. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/the-future-of-cancer-genetics.html2021-12-131h 08
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#162 PhenoTips: Future of Genetic CounselingDNA Today’s host Kira Dineen is also the host of the PhenoTips Speaker Series. This monthly live webinar focuses on relevant genetics topics by featuring discussions with thought leaders and experts in genomic medicine. In this podcast episode we are sharing an installment of the PhenoTips Speaker Series, “The Future of Genetic Counseling”.
This episode features Past President of the National Society of Genetic Counselors, Amy Sturm, and Past President of the American Board of Genetic Counseling, Erynn Gordon. Amy and Erynn draw on their decades of experience in genetic counseling to prepare for the fast a...2021-11-121h 10
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#161 Phenotips: Digital Tools in Genetic CounselingDNA Today’s host Kira Dineen is also the host of the PhenoTips Speaker Series. This monthly live webinar focuses on relevant genetics topics by featuring discussions with thought leaders and experts in genomic medicine. In this podcast episode we are sharing an installment of the PhenoTips Speaker Series, “The Adoption and Impact of Digital Tools in Genetic Counseling”.
This episode features a panel of genetic counselors, who are digital champions at their respective practices, discuss the impact of digital tools on their departments as well as their experience and insights championing the adoption of digital tools...2021-11-051h 07PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastElizabeth Turner on Adapting to Virtual Care in Genetic CounselingCEO and co-founder of Advanced Tele-Genetic Counseling, Elizabeth Turner, draws on personal experience to offer guidance to genetic counselors who are adapting to virtual care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hosted by DNA Today’s Kira Dineen. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/adapting-to-virtual-care.html2021-11-0141 minPhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. John McDermott on Integrating Genomics into Routine Clinical PracticeThe UK’s first Academic Clinical Fellow in Genomic Medicine, Dr. John McDermott, presents the benefits, potential roadblocks, and solutions required to transition genomics into routine clinical practice. Hosted by PhenoTips’ Chief Operating Officer Dr. Pawel Buczkowicz. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/integrating-genomics-into-routine-clinical-practice.html2021-11-011h 03PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Damian Smedley on the Role of Phenotyping in Improving Diagnostic OutcomesThe Director of Genomic Interpretation for Genomics England, Dr. Damian Smedley, presents the role phenotype-aware analysis plays in improving diagnostic outcomes for individuals with rare conditions. Hosted by PhenoTips’ Chief Operating Officer Dr. Pawel Buczkowicz. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/role-of-phenotyping-in-improving-diagnostic-outcomes.html2021-11-011h 01PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastAmy Sturm and Erynn Gordon on the Future of Genetic CounselingPast President of the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC), Amy Sturm, and Past President of the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC), Erynn Gordon, draw on their decades of experience in genetic counseling to prepare genetic counselors for the fast approaching future of genetic counseling. Hosted by DNA Today’s Kira Dineen. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/the-future-of-genetic-counseling.html2021-11-011h 01PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Peter Robinson on the Importance of Deep Phenotyping in Precision MedicinePrecision medicine thought leader and founder of the groundbreaking Human Phenotype Ontology, Dr. Peter Robinson, presents insights on the importance of deep phenotyping for genomic analysis in precision medicine. Hosted by PhenoTips’ Chief Operating Officer Dr. Pawel Buczkowicz. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/deep-phenotyping-in-precision-medicine.html2021-11-011h 01PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastScott Weissman, Dr. Amy Taylor, and Andrew McCarty on the Adoption and Impact of Digital Tools in Genetic CounselingA panel of genetic counselors and digital champions, including NSGC Digital Ambassador, Scott Weissman, Lead Consultant Genetic Counsellor at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Dr. Amy Taylor, and Laboratory Genetic Counselor at Perkin Elmer Genomics, Andrew McCarty, discuss the impact of digital tools on their departments as well as their experience and insights championing the adoption of digital tools. Hosted by DNA Today’s Kira Dineen. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/adoption-of-digital-tools.htm2021-11-011h 00PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDemetra Georgiou on Improving the Patient ExperienceInnovation specialist, Principal Genetic Counsellor, and Transformation Manager at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Demetra Georgiou, draws on her experience in service design and genetic counselling to discuss how genetic departments and staff can improve patient care. Hosted by DNA Today’s Kira Dineen. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/improving-the-patient-experience.html2021-11-011h 01PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Jerry Vockley and Dr. Stephen Kingsmore on the Future of Pediatric GeneticsChief of the Division of Medical Genetics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Dr. Jerry Vockley, and President and CEO of Rady Children’s Institute for Genomic Medicine, Dr. Stephen Kingsmore, prepare clinicians and researchers for the future of pediatric genetics. Hosted by DNA Today’s Kira Dineen. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/the-future-of-pediatric-genetics.html2021-11-011h 09PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Charles Shaw-Smith on the Adoption and Outcome of Digital Tools in Clinical GeneticsDigital champion, pioneering researcher, and clinical geneticist, Dr. Charles Shaw-Smith, discusses the impact of digital tools on clinical genetics as well as his experience and insights championing the adoption of digital tools. Hosted by DNA Today’s Kira Dineen. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/digital-tools-in-genetics.html2021-11-0159 minPhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastEllen Matloff on the Evolving Role of Genetic Counselors in Precision MedicineCEO and President of My Gene Counsel, decorated patient advocate, and thought leader, Ellen Matloff, discusses the evolving role genetic counselors play in precision medicine as genetic testing increases in frequency and accessibility. Hosted by DNA Today’s Kira Dineen. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/evolving-role-of-genetic-counselors.html2021-11-011h 02PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Shane McKee on the Role of OpenEHR in Transforming Patient CareChief Clinical Information Officer for Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Dr. Shane McKee, discusses the role openEHR technology plays in transforming the ways patient care is delivered. Hosted by DNA Today’s Kira Dineen. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/role-of-openehr-in-transforming-patient-care.html2021-11-011h 00PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastLivija Medne, Jessie Conta, and Vishakha Tripathi on Genetic Counselors in Leadership RolesA panel of genetic counselors in leadership positions, including Co-Director of the Roberts Individualized Medical Genetics Center at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Livija Medne, leader of the genetic counselling team at Guy’s and St. Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, Vishakha Tripathi, and Manager of the Laboratory Stewardship Program at Seattle Children’s Hospital, Jessie Conta, discuss the paths to leadership roles and the benefits of genetic counselors in management positions to all areas of healthcare. Hosted by DNA Today’s Kira Dineen. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/genetic-counselors-in-leadership.html2021-11-0159 minPhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Marshall Summar, Dr. Stephen Kingsmore, and Dr. Ellen Thomas on Advances in Rare Disease DiagnosisDirector of Children’s National Hospital’s Rare Disease Institute, Dr. Marshall Summar, President and CEO of Rady Children’s Institute for Genomic Medicine, Dr. Stephen Kingsmore, and Clinical Lead for Rare Disease at Genomics England, Dr. Ellen Thomas, discuss the latest advances in the quest to end the diagnostic odyssey for rare diseases. Hosted by PhenoTips’ Chief Operating Officer Dr. Pawel Buczkowicz. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/advances-in-rare-disease-diagnosis.html2021-11-011h 13PhenoTips Speaker Series: A Genetics PodcastDr. Olaf Bodamer, Dr. Ian Krantz, and Dr. Austin Larson on Navigating Whole Genome Sequencing in the ClinicAssociate Chief of Genetics and Genomics at Boston Children’s Hospital, Dr. Olaf Bodamer, Director of the Roberts Individualized Medical Genetics Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Dr. Ian Krantz, and Medical Geneticist at the Children’s Hospital of Colorado, Dr. Austin Larson, debate the application of whole genome sequencing in the clinic. Hosted by PhenoTips’ Chief Operating Officer Dr. Pawel Buczkowicz. Watch the full episode at https://phenotips.com/speaker-series/navigating-whole-genome-sequencing-in-the-clinic.html2021-11-011h 17
Calgary Business PodcastThin Air Labs with Managing Partner, James Lochrie (episode 320) | 25 October 2021Balancing altruism and profitability, James and his team at Thin Air Labs have managed to compile a portfolio of 27 startups (as at the date of recording this podcast) since founding the firm in 2018. It appears that Thin Air Labs is just getting started.
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The Peak DailyQuebec electricity 🔌 — Quebec's selling (a lot of) hydro to New York. The banks are terrified of the incoming Liberals. And Toronto's PhenoTips is building 23andMe for health.New York wants to convert 70% of their power to Quebec produced hydro. The Big 6 banks are concerned about the incoming Liberals' taxation plans. And Canadian genetic medical company PhytoTips raises $2.5 million to personalize health care.The Peak Daily is produced by 306 Media Productions. Hosted by Brett Chang and Jay Rosenthal.2021-09-2205 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#155 Genetic Counseling Grad School FAQsThis episode is an edited recording of the clubhouse meeting Kira Dineen and Dena Goldberg (Dena DNA) hosted on August 26th, 2021 in the “Genetic Counseling and the Future of Healthcare”. We explore making the most of the genetic counseling graduate school experience. Since this was recorded on Clubhouse, the audio is not as high quality as our other episodes.
Preparing for a career in genetic counseling? Check out Keck Graduate Institute in Claremont, California! At KGI, you will gain the training and development to become an innovative, collaborative, and caring genetic counselor. KGI prepares grad...2021-09-0352 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#144 Orion Buske on Genomic Digital ToolsThis episode of DNA Today continues our mini series about telehealth in genetics. Last episode we heard from the founder of Advanced Tele-Genetic Counseling, Elizabeth Turner, who shared her expertise in telehealth. Her company provides a scalable telehealth platform for genetic counseling services, where genetic counselors can help patients navigate through areas of genetics like genetic testing, and ultimately understand their own genetics. So if you want to know more about adding the expertise of AT-GC’s certified genetic counselors to help support your own practice, reach out through their website at at-gc.com, again that’s at-gc.com.
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DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#143 Elizabeth Turner on Telehealth Genetic CounselingTo kick off our mini series in telehealth genetics fellow genetic counselor, Elizabeth Turner joins our host Kira Dineen. Elizabeth is the cofounder and Chief Executive Officer of Advanced Tele-Genetic Counseling (AT-GC). Elizabeth’s team, one of the first tele-genetic companies to enter the industry, provides comprehensive genetic counseling services via telemedicine. Elizabeth has practiced in the areas of oncology, pediatrics, reproductive health, and general genetics, and holds a current certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling.
Did you know most people are visual learners? That’s why visual aids are critical during gene...2021-03-1928 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#137 Nina Harkavy and Lorraine Way on Medical InterpretationThis episode we are exploring medical interpreting in genetic counseling and other areas of healthcare. Joining me are Genetic Counselor Nina Harkavy and Interpreter Lorraine Way. Nina is a prenatal genetic counselor at Columbia University. She graduated from the John Hopkins University/ NHGRI genetic counseling training program. Lorraine is a Spanish Instructor, medical interpreter and the President of Language Way, a language service company. She has a master’s in French from Middlebury College where she also studied Spanish.
On This Episode We Discuss:
Improved counseling experience speaking in Spanish
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DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#135 NSGC 2020 RecapThe National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) hosted its annual conference virtually this past weekend with a new record for attendance. In this special extended installment of DNA Today we are recapping and reflecting on a few sessions from the conference.
Thanks to our sponsor for this episode, PhenoTips. Imagine a health record system designed specifically for genomics. Cause let’s be honest, electronic health records are not built for genetics. Now you can stop imagining and start using, because PhenoTips is just this! PhenoTips is the world’s first complete Genomic Health record syst...2020-11-2458 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#128 DTC Series: Adam Rutherford on How To Argue With A RacistDr. Adam Rutherford is our guest for this second installment of our Direct-To-Consumer Genetic Testing series. He is a geneticist, author, and broadcaster. Dr. Rutherford has a PhD in Genetics, a degree in evolutionary biology, and is an honorary Research Fellow at UCLA. He was an audio-visual content editor for the journal Nature for a decade, and is a frequent contributor to the newspaper The Guardian. On radio, he is the presenter of BBC Radio 4’s flagship science program, Inside Science, as well as many documentaries. On TV, he has presented multiple BBC series including The Beauty of Anatomy, Th...2020-08-0737 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#127 DTC Series: Jeanette McCarthy on the IndustryLast chance to nominate DNA Today in the Podcast Awards for the best Science and Medicine. Please take a few minutes to support the show!
This episode kicks off our Direct-To-Consumer (DTCs) Genetic Testing Series! Check out our previous episodes about DTCs including episode 116, 105, 91, 80, and 56.
Over this brand new series, we are going to be interviewing a whole bunch of experts including authors Adam Rutherford and Libby Copeland about their new books exploring DTCs and we get to hear directly from companies like Fulgent Genetics, JScreen, and 23andMe. So...2020-07-1731 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#126 Adam Buchanan on ABGC Boards ExamAnswering your listener submitted questions about the American genetic counseling board exam is the ABGC President, Adam Buchanan, MS, MPH, CGC!
Aside from this role at American Board of Genetic Counseling, Adam is an associate professor, genetic counselor and Director of the Geisinger Genomic Medicine Institute. Previously, he was a research associate at Duke Cancer Institute. His clinical expertise includes intimate knowledge of recommended risk management for hereditary cancer syndromes. He is co-leading Geisinger’s MyCode genomic screening program for medically actionable genomic results, and is helping to develop a health services research portfolio on pa...2020-07-0329 min
DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast#78 Pawel Buczkowicz on Gene42
My guest joining me for this podcast episode is Dr. Pawel Buczkowicz. He is the Chief Medical Affairs Officer and the VP of Business Development at Gene42. He received his PhD in cancer genetics and molecular pathology from the University of Toronto. His research has been published in leading medical journals such as Nature Genetics. His discovery of novel mutations in human cancers and their associated clinical correlates, have led to a new World Health Organization classification that was implemented for paediatric gliomas in early 2016. Dr. Buczkowicz is passionate about improving healthcare experiences for both the patient a...2018-03-1630 min