Mainstreaming of genomic medicine in gastroenterology, present and future: a nationwide survey of UK gastroenterology trainees.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Genomics and personalised medicine are increasingly relevant for patients with gastroenterological conditions. We aim to capture the current state of genomics training in gastroenterology to review current understanding, clinical experience and long-term educational needs of UK trainees.

Design and setting

A web-based nationwide survey of all UK gastroenterology specialty trainees was conducted in 2017.

Results

100 trainees (14% of UK gastroenterology trainees) completed this survey. Only 9% and 16% of respondents believe that their local training programme adequately prepares them for the future clinical practice using genomic medicine and personalised medicine, respectively. Barriers identified include the need for greater trainee education (95%), inadequa

SUBMITTER: Al Bakir I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6830597 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature