The Generation Study: exploring genome sequencing in newborns
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Amanda Pichini, Clinical Director at Genomics England, explains how the Generation Study hopes to provide evidence to inform future screening approaches.
Amanda Pichini is the Clinical Director at Genomics England, providing strategic clinical leadership in the delivery of programmes and services across Genomics England, particularly the Newborn Genomes Programme. She received her Master of Science in Genetic Counselling from the University of Toronto and has previously worked as a clinical genetic counsellor in Canada and England. Her work focuses on implementing genomic medicine research into clinical care, addressing ethical challenges and educating healthcare professionals to deliver effective patient and family-centred care.
Amanda Pichini, Clinical Director at Genomics England, explains how the Generation Study hopes to provide evidence to inform future screening approaches.
The UK National Screening Committee (UK NSC) advises ministers and the NHS in the 4 UK countries about all aspects of population screening and supports implementation of
screening programmes.