1. science
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3. genetics

3 Hour Medical Interpretation in Genetic Counseling
Location: Whittier Health Center, 1290 Tremont Street, Roxbury, MA 02120
Date: March 21, 2015
Presenter: Kendra Flores MS, CGC
Registration: 8:30 am
Program: 9:00 am till 12 noon
Regular Fee: $ 30.00
CE Fee: $20.00, Fee includes: CE materials, certificate of completion.
Late Fee: N/A
Registration deadline: March 06, 2015. Register early as program registration is on a first come first serve
basis with limited space.
Walk-in: Walk-ins may be accommodated but there may not be program materials available and the credit
certificate will be mailed by UMASS Medical School
Credits/Contact Hours: Application has been made for credits to IMIA and CCHI
Education Level: Intermediate to Advance
Description:
This 3 hour workshop focuses on overcoming the challenges medical interpreters may face when providing
interpretation during a genetic counseling session. Participants will become familiar with the three branches of
genetic counseling, (pediatric, cancer, and prenatal) and gain a working understanding of the principles behind
each type of session. This working knowledge will help navigate interpreting complex scientific information that
is common in genetic counseling sessions. Furthermore, attention will be given to areas of cultural difference,
such as the aspect of patient-choice in healthcare, as well as socio-economic difference, such as sub-optimal
insurance coverage. Participants will engage in group activities and role playing exercises in order to apply
information learned.
Objectives: Medical interpreters participating in this training program will:
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Identify unique aspects of genetic counseling
Recognize the construction of a three-generation medical pedigree
Identify the principles behind prenatal genetic counseling
Describe how to navigate the challenges posed by the introduction of patient choice
Recognize the principles behind cancer genetic counseling
Summarize how to apply this knowledge to in-session group exercises and working as a medical
interpreter
Accreditation/Approval Information: Application has been made for credits to IMIA and CCHI
CEU fee: $20.00
Certificates & Completion Requirements: Participants are expected to sign-in and out, attend the entire
program, and complete an evaluation. Certificates will be distributed to participants at the end of the
program. Participants will not receive a certificate of completion until payment has been received. If the
certificate cannot be presented at the event, the participant will be mailed the certificate.
Special Requests: If you are hearing impaired, or are a person who is differently abled who requires
accommodations, please contact Bindiya Jha 15 days prior to the training.
Registration:
Registration deadline: March 06, 2015.
Register early as program registration is on a first come first serve basis with limited space.
Please complete the registration form below and return with payment.
Make check payable to UMMS; in the memo please write Genetic counseling Training March 21 and mail to:
Bindiya JHA / Lisa Morris
Mass AHEC Network
UMass Medical School
333 South Street, Shrewsbury , MA 01545
For questions please contact Bindiya Jha at [email protected] or 508-856-2228.
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