Virtual IC 2021 Workshops

February 15 - 19, 2021

Thursday, February 18

8:00 am - 8:15 am | Welcome Announcements and Introduction Day 4
Workshop 10
Case-based Risk Assessment and Mutation Probability Models (Advanced)
8:15 am - 9:45 am
Objectives
  • Practice using computer risk modeling tools for mutation probability and cancer risk estimation
  • Recognize which model is most appropriate for calculating risk estimate and BRCA1/2 mutation probabilities for different patients.
  • Review answers to case scenario and have the opportunity to ask questions

Workshop 11
Small Group GCRA Role Play Part 2: Results Disclosure Session
9:45 am - 10:45 am
10:45 am - 10:55 am | Break
Objectives
  • Review the key domains of comprehensive cancer risk counseling
  • Engage in one on one/small group role play to practice essential elements of the genetic testing results disclosure session
  • Engage in small group discussion and constructive feedback related to role play activities

Workshop 12
Case-based Ethical, Legal, Social Issues (ELSI) in GCRA
10:55 am - 12:35 pm
Objectives
  • Discuss the complexities of ELSI issues
  • Formulate individual strategies for addressing ELSI issues in the context of GCRA cases
  • Share creative approaches to common case-specific ELSI concerns
Lunch | 12:35 pm - 1:05 pm (PT)
Take this time to stretch!
Workshop 13
Case-based Cancer Risk Assessment
Pediatric & Rare Syndromes

Moderator: Susan Shehayeb, MS, LCGC

1:05 pm - 2:35 pm
Objectives

Identify what information and resources are needed for GCRA
Recognize when and how to obtain pathology reports and other medical documentation for GCRA
Identify pathognomonic features of rare hereditary cancer syndromes
Generate and discuss rationale for differential diagnoses
Develop genetic testing strategies and identify sources for testing
Interpret genetic test results (when applicable)
Define management options for at-risk individuals
Identify follow up issues for patient and family

2:35 pm - 2:45 pm | Wrap-up: Evaluations & Game Winner Announcement
2:50 pm - 3:10 pm | Strech Session