Changes to the genetic counseling workforce as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

ABSTRACT: The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all aspects of our lives. The full impact of the pandemic is still unfolding and will take years to fully understand. This longitudinal study followed a sample of 189 genetic counselors from June to November of 2020, starting with an online retrospective baseline survey of pre-COVID-19 functioning and continuing with a monthly online survey (average retention = 89.2%) to assess changes in self-reported stress, employment status, billing practices, self-efficacy, and their use of telehealth. Participants were recruited from specific states representing geographic diversity with publicly available databases of contact information as well as social media. The sample was largely reflective of the professional demographics reported in the 2020 Professional Sta

SUBMITTER: MacFarlane I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8427089 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature