Genetic Testing in the Craniofacial Clinic Made Simple
Date/Time: Wednesday, October 23rd at 3:00 – 4:00 pm ET
Speakers:
Scott Hickey, MD
Betsy Schmalz, MS, CGC
Bianca Zapanta, DO
Description: Explore the critical role of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing genetic syndromes associated with orofacial clefting, craniosynostosis, and other congenital anomalies. Case studies and discussion on the use of microarray and DNA sequencing will be featured, helping you understand the differences between these genetic testing methods. You’ll learn how to select the appropriate genetic tests, navigate the roles of geneticists and genetic counselors, and manage the logistical challenges of ordering genetic tests. Learners will be equipped to explain complex genetic concepts to patients and families, distinguish between the responsibilities of a geneticist and a genetic counselor, and implement strategies to facilitate timely and accurate genetic testing, thereby enhancing patient outcomes through early and effective genetic testing.
Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this activity, learners will be able to:
- Explain the differences between copy number testing and sequencing in a patient/parent-friendly manner, ensuring that learners can communicate these concepts clearly to their patients/families.
- Contrast the distinct roles of a geneticist and a genetic counselor, in order to effectively determine when to consult each professional in clinical practice.
- Describe how to facilitate the safe and accurate ordering of genetic tests, ensuring that patients receive appropriate and timely genetic testing.
Learning Outcomes:
At the completion of this activity, learners will be able to:
- Self-assess a gain in knowledge related to genetic testing in diagnosing genetic syndromes associated with orofacial clefting, craniosynostosis, and other congenital anomalies.
- Self-assess that they will improve their performance in their clinical practice in diagnosing genetic syndromes based on knowledge gained by attending this learning activity.
- Self-assess that they will be able to apply knowledge gained regarding the diagnosis of genetic syndromes, which will improve patient outcomes.
Teaching Methods: Lecture, Case Studies, Q&A
Live attendees must claim credit by November 26, 2024.
Intended Learners
All healthcare professionals caring for people with cleft and craniofacial conditions, to include but not limited to:
Physicians
Dental Professionals
Speech Language Pathologists
Audiologists
Nurses (RNs, APNs, LPNs)
Dieticians
Psychologists
Social Workers
Physician Assistants
Accredited Continuing Education
ACPA is accredited by ACCME and ANCC, approved by ASHA, and recognized by ADA CERP, to provide accredited continuing education to physicians, nurses, SLPs, audiologists, and dentists.
Continuing Medical Education
The American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association designates this live activity for 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Nursing Continuing Professional Development
The American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA) is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
This live educational activity is offered for 1.00 Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) contact hour.
In order to receive credit, learners must:
- Attend 80% or more of the webinar
- Complete and submit the evaluation form
Continuing Dental Education
The American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA) is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
The American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association designates this live activity for 1.00 continuing education credit.
Continuing Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Education
The American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA) is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to provide continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology.
ASHA CE Provider Approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
DISCLOSURES
All financial relationships have been mitigated.
Commercial Support: None
No Financial or Non-financial Relationships Declared
Speakers:
Scott Hickey, MD
Betsy Schmalz, MS, CGC
Bianca Zapanta, DO
Planning Committee Members:
Joy Baltz, BSN, RN
Joli C. Chou, DMD, MD
Paul Deitrick, MD
Catharine B. Garland, MD
Jordan N. Halsey, MD
Noel Jabbour, MD
Aditi Kanth, MD
Serena Kassam, DMD
Margaret M. Lico, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC
Leanne Magee, PhD
Judy Marciel, MSN, RN, CPNP-PC, PCNS, CWCN, APN (Nurse Planner)
Dianna Metzler, BS
Jessica Ogawa, MD
Kathryn Preston, DDS, MS
Caitlyn Reinauer, BS
Amanda M. Smith, RN, BSN, CPN
Cleo J. Yi, DMD, MDS
No Financial Relationships Declared. Non-financial Relationship Declared with Eligible Organization.
Planning Committee Member:
Chelsea Sommer, PhD, CCC-SLP — Smile Train – Independent Contractor
Financial Relationship with Ineligible Company Declared; Relationship Not Topically Related to Presentation. No Non-financial Relationships Declared. All Financial Relationships Have Been Mitigated.
Planning Committee Member:
Cory M. Resnick, MD — AbbVie Pharmaceuticals – Consultant
