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Precision Medicine for Your Practice: Genetic Testing in Pediatric Neurology

Learning Objectives
1. Identify scenarios in which there is further value added by molecular diagnosis
2. Evaluate the appropriateness of different genetic/genomic tests for clinical context
3. Evaluate when consulting a genetic expert can be helpful
0.5 Credit CME

Pediatric neurology providers and patients have more options than ever before for genetic testing. Evidence is growing for the utility of genetic testing for a range of conditions for the purpose of diagnosis and optimizing treatment. While genetic testing can be a powerful tool in certain situations, not all genetic testing is the same. Broader tests assess more genes and increase the possibility of a diagnosis, but also confer specific benefits, limitations, and challenges in results interpretation and counseling.

Precision Medicine for Your Practice is a series of short (20-30 min), online modules covering specific topics in genomics and precision medicine. In this module, Genetic Testing in Pediatric Neurology, participants will learn the benefits and limitations of genetic testing for pediatric neurological conditions. This online module will include five parts: overview information via an animated video; practice cases to facilitate learning-by-doing; and "dig deeper," logistics, and additional resources for those who are interested in more detail.

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Clinical Education from The Jackson Laboratory

Clinical Education from The Jackson Laboratory, developed in collaboration with Scripps Health and the AMA, empowers physicians and health care professionals to integrate genomics into their clinical practice. Learn more

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Activity Information

Credit Designation Statement: The American Medical Association designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Disclosure Statement: Unless noted, all individuals in control of content reported no relevant financial relationships.

If applicable, all relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

Credit Renewal Date: September 8, 2022

Target Audience

This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of practicing physicians who work with children with neurologic conditions.

Accreditation

The American Medical Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

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Should you have technical questions or questions regarding the content of the activity, please email Clinical and Continuing Education at the Jackson Laboratory.

Multimedia Contributors

• Emily Edelman, MS, CGC, Director, Clinical Education, The Jackson Laboratory

• Therese Ingram, MA, Associate Director and Senior Instructional Designer/Technologist, Clinical Education, The Jackson Laboratory

• Laura Nicholson, MD, PhD, Director of Research, Graduate Medical Education (GME), Scripps Health

• Kate Reed, MPH, ScM, CGC, Director, Precision Oncology Education, Clinical Education, The Jackson Laboratory

• Linda Steinmark, MS, CGC, Project Manager, Clinical Education, The Jackson Laboratory

Disclaimer

All information in Precision Medicine for Your Practice is provided for educational purposes only. This information is not a substitute for clinical guidance or the consultation of a medical professional. Always seek the advice of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in Precision Medicine for Your Practice. Reliance on any information in Precision Medicine for Your Practice is solely at your own risk. The Jackson Laboratory does not endorse or recommend any specific procedures, tests, products, services, health professionals or other information that may be found in Precision Medicine for Your Practice.

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Accreditation Statement: The AMA is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation Statement: The AMA designates this Enduring Material activity for a maximum of 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

     
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