AHA Associate Podcast Series | Exact Sciences
AHA Associates Bringing Value Podcast
In this podcast series, the AHA checks in with its Associates to learn how they are supporting members and leveraging the AHA Associate Program to stay connected with members and help them achieve their goals and objectives.
Episode 52: Genetics & Genomics: Revolutionizing the Healthcare Family Tree
In this episode, Kathleen Wessel, VP of Business Management and Operations at the AHA, speaks with Megan Ensinger who is a Genetic Counselor at OhioHealth. Genetic counseling is a rapidly growing field where genetic counselors are integral members of multidisciplinary cancer care teams. These unsung heroes provide unique knowledge and support throughout the journey, all while shaping the health care landscape. Join them as they discuss the full spectrum of genetic counseling, from debunking misconceptions to the future of personalized medicine. They will also discuss next-generation sequencing, somatic and germline testing, and the challenges of EHR integration.
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Featured On This Episode
Megan Ensinger, MS, CGC
Genetic Counselor
OhioHealth
Kathleen J. Wessel
Vice President, Business Management and Operations
American Hospital Association