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The role of the genetic counsellor: a systematic review of research evidence.
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35 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Genetic counseling and testing practices for late-onset neurodegenerative disease: a systematic review.Journal of neurology · 2022Pooled it
- How communication of genetic information within the family is addressed in genetic counselling: a systematic review of research evidence.European journal of human genetics : EJHG · 2016Pooled it
- Harmonising the scope of practice for genetic counsellors in the D-A-CH region: a cross-border consensus for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.European journal of human genetics : EJHG · 2026Article
- Priority European strategies for sustainable access to high-quality genetic counselling in cancer: A Delphi study.European journal of human genetics : EJHG · 2026Article
- Cancer genetic counseling via telegenetics and telephone: A qualitative study exploring the experience of patients and genetic counselors in an Australian cancer genetics context.Journal of genetic counseling · 2025Article
- "Protection for the public, better use of resources and clearer lines": Interviews with genetic counselors and their colleagues on the need for regulation in Quebec.Journal of genetic counseling · 2025Article
- Genetic counseling in veterinary medicine: towards an evidence-based definition for the small animal practice.BMC veterinary research · 2025Article
- Community engagement conduct for genetics and genomics research: a qualitative study of the experiences and perspectives of key stakeholders in Uganda.BMC medical ethics · 2024Article
- Thirty-years of genetic counselling education in Europe: a growing professional area.European journal of human genetics : EJHG · 2024Article
- Community engagement in genetics and genomics research: a qualitative study of the perspectives of genetics and genomics researchers in Uganda.BMC medical ethics · 2024Article
- The genetic counsellor role in the United Kingdom : Position on behalf of the Association of Genetic Nurses and Counsellors (AGNC), Endorsed by the Genetic Counsellor Registration Board (GCRB) and Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS).European journal of human genetics : EJHG · 2023Article
- Australasian Genetic Counselors' Perceptions of Their Role in Supporting Clients' Behavior Change.Journal of personalized medicine · 2022Article
- Factors Associated with the Uptake of Genetic Testing for Cancer Risks: A Pathway Analysis Using the Health Information National Trends Survey Data.Life (Basel, Switzerland) · 2022Article
- The role of the Genetic Counsellor in the multidisciplinary team: the perception of geneticists in Europe.European journal of human genetics : EJHG · 2022Article
- Health professionals' views and experiences of the Australian moratorium on genetic testing and life insurance: A qualitative study.European journal of human genetics : EJHG · 2022Article
- The experiences of UK-based genetic counsellors working in mainstream settings.European journal of human genetics : EJHG · 2022Article
- Genetic risk factors in melanoma etiopathogenesis and the role of genetic counseling: A concise review.Bosnian journal of basic medical sciences · 2022Review
- Understanding the genetics of adult-onset dilated cardiomyopathy: what a clinician needs to know.European heart journal · 2021Review
- The genetic counseling profession in Austria: Stakeholders' perspectives.Journal of genetic counseling · 2021Article
- The composition and capacity of the clinical genetics workforce in high-income countries: a scoping review.Genetics in medicine : official journal of the American College of Medical Genetics · 2020Article
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Abstract
In Europe, genetic counsellors are employed in specialist genetic centres or other specialist units. According to the European Board of Medical Genetics, the genetic counsellor must fulfil a range of roles, including provision of information and facilitation of psychosocial adjustment of the client to their genetic status and situation. To evaluate the extent to which genetic counsellors fulfil their prescribed roles, we conducted a systematic review of the published relevant scientific evidence. We searched five relevant electronic databases (Medline, CINAHL, SocIndex, AMED and PsychInfo) using relevant search terms and handsearched four subject-specific journals for research-based papers published in English between 1 January 2000 and 30 June 2013. Of 419 potential papers identified initially, seven satisfied the inclusion criteria for the review. Themes derived from the thematic analysis of the data were: (i) rationale for genetic counsellors to provide care, (ii) appropriate roles and responsibilities and (iii) the types of conditions included in the genetic counsellor caseload. The findings of this systematic review indicate that where genetic counsellors are utilised in specialist genetic settings, they undertake a significant workload associated with direct patient care and this appears to be acceptable to patients. With the burden on genetic services, there is an argument for the increased use of genetic counsellors in countries where they are under-utilised. In addition, roles undertaken by genetic counsellors in specialist genetic settings could be adapted to integrate genetic counsellors into multi-disciplinary teams in other specialisms.
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