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Genetic Testing & Health Inequalities: Supporting Equitable Patient Care

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Minutes: 35

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Topic:

Genetics and Genomics, Health Inequality, Impact on family and loved ones, Patient Support, Psychological support
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Area of Practice:

Primary Care & Secondary Care
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All Health Professionals

Join Dr Elizabeth Bancroft, Nurse Consultant in Oncogenetics Research at the Royal Marsden Hospital and Chief Nurse of the North Thames Genomic Medicine Service Alliance, for an engaging session on the evolving role of genetics in prostate cancer care. With over two decades of experience in cancer genetics, Dr Bancroft draws from her work leading the UK’s first nurse-led prostate cancer genetic risk clinic to deliver practical insights for clinical application.

In this webinar, Dr Bancroft will explore the distinctions between germline and somatic genetic alterations in prostate cancer and the implications of genetic testing for both patients and their families. She will highlight the integral role of genetic counselling, emerging trends in genomics, and address critical disparities in access to genetic services.

This session is a must-watch for healthcare professionals aiming to stay at the forefront of personalised medicine in prostate cancer care and those looking to integrate cutting-edge genetic knowledge into their everyday practice.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
  • Distinguish between germline and somatic genetic alterations in prostate cancer.
  • Interpret the implications of genetic testing results for patients and their families.
  • Describe the role of genetic counselling in prostate cancer care.
  • Identify emerging trends and research directions in the field of genetics and genomics.
  • Recognise and address disparities and inequalities in access to genetic services and outcomes related to prostate cancer.

Please be aware this session was recorded on 03/2025 for Specialists Conference 2025. We review our webinar content every 2 years.

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Webinar Presenter

Dr Elizabeth Bancroft (RN PhD)

Nurse Consultant in Oncogenetics Research at the Royal Marsden Hospital and Chief Nurse of the North Thames Genomic Medicine Service Alliance.

Dr Liz Bancroft (RN PhD) is a Nurse Consultant in Oncogenetics Research at the Royal Marsden Hospital and Chief Nurse of the North Thames Genomic Medicine Service Alliance. With over 20 years’ experience in Cancer Genetics, she has a specific interest in the integration of genetics into the prostate cancer screening and treatment pathway. She established and leads a nurse-led prostate cancer genetic risk clinic, providing the ideal setting to translate novel genetic technologies for prostate cancer risk-management into clinical practice. This specialist clinic is the first of its kind nationally, receiving referrals from all over the UK.

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