Case Studies for Medical Students: Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues (ELSI) Associated with Genetics This series of courses are designed to provide the knowledge and skills required to successfully incorporating genetic testing and counseling into clinical practice.

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Genetic Studies

• Pediatrics: A Family Study of a Child with Multiple Congenital Anomalies
  This case-based course follows a family through the birth of a child with multiple congenital anomalies, diagnosis in the child of a chromosomal abnormality, and the family's adjustment to life with a special needs child. (1.0 cr) Letter of Completion


• Newborn Screening
  This case-based course follows a family through the birth of a child with a metabolic condition and the family's adjustment to life with a special needs child. (1.0 cr) Letter of Completion


• Prenatal Genetic Testing
  This case-based course is meant to help users identify the benefits and drawbacks of prenatal genetic testing. (1.0 cr) Letter of Completion


• Presymptomatic Testing: Genetic Testing for Breast/Ovarian Cancer Risk
  This case-based course follows a mother and daughter at increased risk to have a genetic form of breast cancer through the genetic testing process. (1.0 cr) Letter of Completion


• Complex Inheritance: Genetics of Common Complex Disorders
  This case-based course focuses on the genetics of common complex disorders (e.g., autism, cardiovascular disease, diabetes) and the approach to incorporating existing and emerging genetic information into clinical care. (1.0 cr) Letter of Completion


• Issues in Genetic Medical Research: A Case Study
  This course aims to describe the physician's role in genetic medical research. (1.0 cr) Letter of Completion

Additional Courses (For Health Professionals)

• Genetics Continuing Education Courses
  Continuing education courses that are available to health professionals for credit.