In this podcast series, the AHA checks in with 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, a Genetic Counselor at OhioHealth. Genetic counseling is a rapidly growing field playing an integral role on cancer care teams, providing unique support throughout patient journeys and shaping the health care landscape. Join them as they discuss the full spectrum of genetic counseling, from misconceptions to future possibilities. They also discuss next-generation sequencing, somatic and germline testing, and challenges posed by EHR integration.

Exact Sciences

At Exact Sciences, getting ahead of cancer is crucial no matter where people are in their cancer experience. From earlier cancer detection to treatment guidance and monitoring, we are helping people get the answers they need to make more informed decisions across the cancer continuum. With a leading portfolio of products for earlier detection and treatment guidance, we help people face the most challenging decisions with confidence. Our dedication to taking on the impossible fuels everything we do. We are continuously innovating, combining scientific rigor with an open-minded approach to deliver the next big thing.

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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