From: Vaz, Sharon A. [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Friday, March 15, 2013 1:23 PM
Subject: FW: [NBS-LIST] Announcing the NEW GeneticsinPrimaryCare.org
Sharon Vaz, MSGC, BSN
Chief, Screening and Special Services
Oklahoma State Department of Health
1000 N.E. 10th St, Room 709
OKC, OK 73117-1299
(405)271-6617; (405)271-4892 (fax)
From: Newborn Screening Inquiry/Discussion List [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Natalie Mikat-Stevens
Sent: Friday, March 15, 2013 12:15 PM
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Subject: [NBS-LIST] Announcing the NEW GeneticsinPrimaryCare.org
Please share the launch of the Genetics in Primary Care Institute Web site with your respective organizations and colleagues!
GeneticsinPrimaryCare.org Celebrates Its Launch
GeneticsinPrimaryCare.org — Your Source for Genetic Information and Support
The Genetics in Primary Care Institute (GPCI) strives to increase primary care provider knowledge and skills in providing genetic-based services, and with the launch of GeneticsinPrimaryCare.org the GPCI aims to provide a clearinghouse for all information, tools, and resources related to improving provision of genetic medicine for primary care providers.
Informational destinations on the site include:
· What is Genetics? This brief informational introduction to genetics showcases role of a primary care provider in providing genetic medicine.
· Resources for Your Practice: The Integrating Genetics In Your Practice section provides a list of tools and resources that primary care providers can use with their patients including family history tools, genetic testing information for patients, risk assessment and patient communication, and information on support for genetic patients.
· Provider Education: This page is full of educational resources ranging from webinars to CME courses, to online tools and textbooks all targeted towards primary care providers.
· When to Refer: This section consists of information that can assist providers in deciding when to refer to a genetics specialist and provides connections to specialists and regional and state resources.
If you have any questions about the applicability of genetics in the primary care setting or any of the resources on our site please fill out the Contact Us form located on the site or email us directly.
Who We Are
The Genetics in Primary Care Institute (GPCI) is a cooperative agreement between the US Department of Health and Human Services, the Health Resources & Services Administration, the Maternal & Child Health Bureau and the AAP.
Natalie Mikat-Stevens, MPH
Manager, Genetics in Primary Care Institute
Division of Children with Special Needs
American Academy of Pediatrics
Phone: 800/433-9016, ext 4738
Direct: 847/434-4738
Fax: 847/434-8000
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