Educational videos in genetic counseling: Meeting patients where they are?

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

This study examined the effects of self-developed educational videos on patient satisfaction and the physician-patient relationship in genetic outpatient clinics.

Methods

Patients with suspected hereditary breast and ovarian cancer (HBOC, n = 311) or requiring exome sequencing for syndromic conditions (SYN, n = 52) were randomized to experimental or control groups. Before their consultations, the experimental group viewed videos detailing relevant genetic information. Patient and physician satisfaction and the quality of the physician-patient interaction were then assessed using questionnaires.

Results

The videos were found to be understandable and useful. The video intervention did not affect patient or physician satisfaction scales or the physi

SUBMITTER: Mahal J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12275682 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature