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What does “informed consent” mean and why is it important in medicine? Informed consent is the process of educating patients about a healthcare decision in such a way that they understand the risks, benefits and implications of that decision and empowers them to make it in a way that most aligns with their values. Not from a position of ignorance or out of helplessness. Informed consent is required by law for genetic testing, due to the psychological implications that test results might have, such as incidental findings. In reality though, most informed consent is rushed, partial and boils down to a 1-2 min conversation with a healthcare provider and patient signature on a convoluted legal document. Dan Ariely brings this issue to light in a recent post regarding informed consent procedures before surgery: https://lnkd.in/eDabeDkp From the public discussion that ensued in the comments, it’s clear that there is much to improve across almost all areas of medicine. Let’s change this.

Looking for a good resource to explain a FISH test to your patients? Our video explains what FISH is, how it works, and its advantages and limitations. Just one of the many examples of accessible patient education resources that Igentify provides. Learn more about our work: https://www.igentify.com #FISHtest #genetics #chromosomes #DNA #healthcare

Knowledge is power. This couldn’t be truer when it comes to family planning and having the ability to make informed reproductive choices. Traditionally, an ethnicity-based approach has been taken with carrier screening. However, this approach is time-consuming, costly, and susceptible to mistakes due to inaccurate patient self-reporting. In a recent paper that was published in BMJ's Journal of Medical Genetics, we show that carrier screening via an expanded panel was effective in identifying more than DOUBLE the amount of at-risk reproductive partners when compared with an ethnicity-based approach! Here’s why this matters: 🔬Identifying more couples at-risk means more families can make informed reproductive choices. 🔬Comprehensive community-wide carrier screening can lower the prevalence of genetic diseases within a population. Igentify is proud of Doron M Behar, MD, PhD, Galit Delmar, Ellie Portugali and Tova Hallas, MSc for facilitating this important research that is so fundamental for those planning a family. Check out the full paper in the comments. #preconception #carrierscreening #familyplanning #research

Igentify's Digital Genetic Assistant is here to simplify the genetic testing process! Our streamlined platform supports patients, providers and genetic counselors throughout the entire genetic testing process and is currently supporting Expanded Carrier Screening (ECS), and Cell-Free DNA Screening (NIPS/NIPT). Learn how we are transforming the genetic counseling experience: https://www.igentify.com #geneticcounseling #digitalhealth

Did you know that some people might not seek additional healthcare services after receiving genetic testing results? A new study found that half of patients who learned they carried a genetic risk for certain diseases didn't seek further testing or services. Igentify’s Digital Genetic Assistant streamlines the genetic counseling process so patients are more likely to follow-up with necessary services. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/egsjpBXy #geneticcounseling #research #digitalhealth

#DYK – Preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy complication, affects up to 8% of pregnancies? Early detection is key. Preeclampsia can lead to high blood pressure and other health risks for both mom and baby. Knowing your family history and genetic risk factors can empower you to have informed conversations with your doctor. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g8FRWAMi #geneticcounseling #prenatal #digitalhealth

At Igentify, we believe everyone deserves access to preventative healthcare options. Our Digital Genetic Assistant empowers preventative healthcare by making genetic counseling more accessible. Learn how we are transforming the genetic counseling experience for both clinicians and patients: https://www.igentify.com #geneticcounseling #precisionmedicine #digitalhealth

Igentify’s personalized videos can help you deliver low risk #NIPT and #carrierscreening results! Our Digital Genetic Assistant will address your patients by name to inform each patient of their specific results and provide follow-up recommendations. Learn more at https://www.igentify.com #geneticcounseling #geneticscreening #personalizedmedicine #digitalhealth