ArticleCanadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien2003
Genetic susceptibility to cancer. Family physicians' experience.
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Abstract
objectiveTo explore family physicians' experiences in dealing with genetic susceptibility to cancer.
designQualitative study using focus groups.
settingFour Ontario sites: northern, rural, urban, and inner city.
participantsForty rural and urban FPs participated in four focus groups: 28 were male; average age was 41.
methodFocus groups using a semistructured interview guide were audiotaped and transcribed. The constant comparative method of data analysis was used. Key words and concepts were identified. Data were sorted using NUD*IST software. MAIN
findingsParticipants realized the escalating expectations for genetic testing and its effect on family practice. They explored an expanded role for themselves in genetic testing. Possible activities included risk assessment, gatekeeping, and ordering genetic tests. They were concerned about the complexity of genetic testing, the lack of evidence regarding management, and the implications for families.
conclusionWe must help FPs struggling to integrate genetics into their practices, by addressing their concerns, enhancing the way they communicate information on genetics, and developing appropriate educational tools.
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