Enduring CME Course: Patient Diversity and Genetic Databases

Activity ID

13102

Expires

March 19, 2027

Format Type

Enduring

CME Credit

0.5

Fee

CME Provider: American Medical Association

Description of CME Course

Advances in genetic research have allowed us to develop testing, treatment, and prevention strategies based upon patients’ unique genetic characteristics, medical history, and environment. But what happens when patients whose ancestry or ethnicity was not represented in the research dataset are seeking care? This can lead to deepening and concerning health inequities. In this episode, we’ll discuss these health equity concerns in genetic databases and their impact on underrepresented and mixed populations.

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1. This activity is accredited by the American Medical Association.
2. This activity is free to AMA members.

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General Information on CME Activity

Educational Objectives

1. Explain how current genetic tests may contribute to health inequities
2. Relate how the effectiveness of a treatment or medication for a patient whose ancestry or ethnicity was not represented in the research can be compromised
3. Describe steps health care professionals can take to demonstrate trustworthiness with historically marginalized groups recruited for genetic testing

Keywords

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Genetics and Genomics

Competencies

Medical Knowledge

CME Credit Type

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

DOI

10.1001/ama.2022.0003701