Landscape of genetic counseling in the Philippines

Landscape of genetic counseling in the Philippines

In this paper, we report on the professional development of genetic counselors in the Philippines as we discuss the status of genetic counseling training and research, along with the roles and scope of practice of genetic counselors. The development of a master's level training program for non‐...

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Published in:Journal of genetic counseling Vol. 33; no. 5; pp. 934 - 942
Main Authors: Abad, Peter James, Tumulak, Ma‐Am Joy, Guerbo, Romer, Castro‐Hamoy, Leniza, Bautista, Niecy Grace, Nuique, Ramonito, Jacalan, Frances Isabelle, Talapian, Gay Luz, Felipe‐Dimog, Eva Belingon, Lagarde, John Benedict, Plaga, Starlene Joy, Jover, Edbert Jasper, Morales, Kristine Dawn, Canoy, Graciel Mae, Laurino, Mercy Y.
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: United States Blackwell Publishing Ltd 01-10-2024
Subjects:
Cancer
Counseling services
Counselors
education
Genetic Counseling
Government agencies
Health care industry
Humans
Medical personnel
Medical screening
Neurology
newborn screening
Pediatrics
Philippines
Professional associations
Professional development
Training
Workforce
Philippines
genetic counseling
workforce
education
newborn screening
professional development
Philippines
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Summary:In this paper, we report on the professional development of genetic counselors in the Philippines as we discuss the status of genetic counseling training and research, along with the roles and scope of practice of genetic counselors. The development of a master's level training program for non‐physician genetic counselors in the Philippines initiated in 2011 was in response to the increasing demand for genetic counseling services. There are currently 18 locally trained genetic counselors who are practicing in various fields including newborn screening, pediatrics, cancer, prenatal and preconception, neurology, and research. Despite the success of the genetic counseling training program, various professional challenges hinder maximizing the impact of genetic counselors in the health system. The challenges discussed in this paper include the limited number of genetic counselors, the lack of government positions officially recognizing the ‘genetic counselor’ title, and the absence of a regulatory framework. These issues require thorough discussion with appropriate government agencies and collaboration with other healthcare professional organizations with the ultimate goal of ensuring quality genetic counseling services nationwide.
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ISSN:1059-7700
1573-3599
1573-3599
DOI:10.1002/jgc4.1804