Mayo Clinic Talks

Genes & Your Health Edition | Microbiome and Ovarian Cancer

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D. 

Guest: Marina Walther-Antonio, Ph.D.

Can microbe populations affect women’s health in areas like ovarian cancer or predicting pre-term delivery? Tune into this episode of Genes & Your Health with Marina Walther-Antonio, Ph.D., a microbiome researcher within Mayo Clinic's Center for Individualized Medicine, to learn what recent research studies suggest about the interaction of the microbiome, the environment, and the genome. 

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Genes and Your Health Edition | Legal Aspects of Genetic Testing

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D. 

Guest: Jessica Kelly, JD

Join our expert hosts as they delve into the intersection of genetic science and the legal landscape in this episode of Genes & Your Health. 

Jessica Kelly, J.D., and Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D., discuss the latest advancements in genetic research, personalized medicine, and how these innovations are shaping the future of healthcare. They also explore the legal implications, from privacy concerns and ethical considerations to the policies governing genetic data usage and patient rights. 

Whether you're a healthcare professional, a legal expert, or simply curious about the future of genetics, this episode offers valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions. Tune in to stay informed about the cutting-edge developments at the nexus of genetics and the law. 

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Genes and Your Health Edition | AI in Cardiology and Primary Care

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D. 

Guest: Peter A. Noseworthy, M.D., M.B.A.

Rapid advances in artificial intelligence, or AI, are changing everyday medical practice. In this episode of Genes & Your Health, explore the transformative role of AI in cardiology and primary care practices.  Don’t miss this fascinating episode of Genes & Your Health with Peter A. Noseworthy, M.D., M.B.A., Professor of Medicine and Chair of the Division of Heart Rhythm Services at the Mayo Clinic.  We’ll discuss the power of AI in early detection of heart disease, streamlined workflows for better patient outcomes, and ethical considerations of using AI in healthcare. 

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Genes & Your Health | Respiratory Disease and Health Disparities

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D.

Guest: Victor E. Ortega, M.D., Ph.D.

Common respiratory diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) often present differently in individuals.  What is the genetic basis for this difference and how can we use knowledge of genetic factors to support patient care? Additionally, the implications of applying genetics across diverse populations are explored. Listen in to hear about this and more in Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine’s Genes & Your Health podcast miniseries featuring Victor E. Ortega, M.D., Ph.D.

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Genes & Your Health Edition | Genetic Informed Risk Assessments

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D.

Guest: Kullo, Iftikhar J., M.D.

While genetic conditions and risk for disease have traditionally been focused on monogenetic causes, it is now recognized that multiple genetic changes are often involved in risk for disease. What conditions are polygenetic and what should we be looking for to help identify these risks for our patients? Find out more in the latest episode of Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine’s Genes & Your Health podcast miniseries featuring Iftikhar J. Kullo.

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Genes & Your Health Edition | Spotlight on PGx: Pain

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D.

Guest: Wayne Nicholson, M.D., Pharm.D.

Guest: Eric T. T. Matey, Pharm.D., R.Ph.

Do you know the correlation between pharmacogenomics (PGx), or the interaction between a patient’s genes and their response to medications, and pain management? How could you incorporate PGx into your pain management toolbox? And how can you use PGx to help inform appropriate medication and dosage? Tune into this episode of Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine’s Genes & Your Health miniseries, “Spotlight on PGx: Pain,” featuring Nick T. Nicholson, M.D., Pharm.D. and Eric T. Matey, Pharm.D., R.Ph. to find out!

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Genes & Your Health Edition | Navigating the Genetic Testing World - The Role of a Genetic Counselor

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D.

Guest: Jennifer L. Kemppainen, M.S., CGC

With increased availability and accessibility of genetic testing, genetic counselors are playing a critical role in helping patients understand family and medical histories and genetic indications and conditions that may impact them or their loved ones. How do genetic counselors help patients to feel comfortable and understand the often-confusing world of genetic testing? Learn more in this episode of Mayo Clinic's Center for Individualized Medicine Genes & Your Health podcast miniseries featuring Jennifer L. Kemppainen, M.S., CGC, Supervisor of Genetic Counselors and Assistant Professor in Medical Genetics at Mayo Clinic in Minnesota.

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Genes & Your Health Edition | Ethical Considerations

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D.

Guest: Karen Meagher, Ph.D.

In today’s world, primary care physicians have a variety of genetic and genomic testing available for patients. But what ethical considerations should be kept in mind during patient visits to ensure the needs of the patient always come first? Find out in this episode of Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine’s Genes & Your Health podcast miniseries featuring Karen Meagher, Ph.D, assistant professor in the Biomedical Ethics Research Program at Mayo Clinic in Minnesota.

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Genes & Your Health Edition | All in the Family

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D.

Guest: Richard Presutti, D.O.

With the rapid changing field of genetic testing, a common question we receive from primary care providers is, “where do I start”? Well, it’s all in the family… history, that is. During this episode of Genes & Your Health, learn more about the importance of family history, what it can tell us, and different criteria to look for. This episode features Richard Presutti, D.O., an assistant professor and chair of the Department of Family Medicine for Mayo Clinic in Florida, and a co-director of Genomics in Action for Mayo Clinic’s Center for Individualized Medicine.

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Genes & Your Health Edition - Pharmacogenomics and its Value for Primary Care

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Guest: Jessica A. Wright, Pharm.D., R.Ph.

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D.

Pharmacogenomics helps to identify how your patients’ DNA may affect their response to medications. But there's a lot of different genes! How do we get started? What resources are out there? Do we have to worry about every drug a patient is on? Find out these answers and more in episode three of the Genes & Your Health Edition from the Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine.

Additional resources:

• PharmGKB: pharmgkb.org
• Clinical Pharmacogenetics Implementation Consortium (CPIC®): cpicpgx.org
• Basic Pharmacogenomics Nomenclature: https://www.pharmgkb.org/page/glossary
• NIH’s National Human Genome Research Institute: Healthcare Provider Resources: https://www.genome.gov/For-Health-Professionals/Provider-Genomics-Education-Resources
• Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine: https://www.mayo.edu/research/centers-programs/center-individualized-medicine

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Genes & Your Health Edition - How Does Viral Genetics Influence Transmission, Diagnosis, and Severity of COVID-19?

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Guests: Andrew D. Badley, M.D. (@BadleyAndrew); Matthew J. Binnicker, Ph.D. (@DrMattBinnicker)

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D.

COVID-19. Variants. The future. Does one test fit all?  Will the vaccine continue to provide protection against future variants? What makes the Delta variant more transmissible? Join the second episode of our Genes & Your Health Edition from the Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine to learn how viral genetics influence transmission, diagnosis, and severity of COVID-19.

Additional resources:

• Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine: https://www.mayo.edu/research/centers-programs/center-individualized-medicine

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Genes & Your Health Edition - Genomics and Healthcare, Why Does it Matter?

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Guests: Matthew J. Ferber, Ph.D. (@Matt_Ferber); Teresa M. Kruisselbrink, M.S., CGC (@T_Kruisselbrink); William C. Palmer, M.D. (@williampalmermd)

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D.

For so long we've heard Genetic Testing is coming. Well guess what, it’s here!  We have over 25 million people who have chosen to participate in direct-to-consumer testing alone. What does this mean for primary care, and does it matter? Find out in the first episode of our Genes & Your Health Edition from the Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine.

Additional resources:

• TAPESTRY Study: https://www.mayo.edu/research/clinical-trials/cls-20477323?_ga=2.268706548.460922620.1627479724-1519128218.1623079535
• Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine: https://www.mayo.edu/research/centers-programs/center-individualized-medicine

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