Improving genetic counseling for diverse communities
GC-PRO Intervention
This study is trying out new ways to make genetic counseling better for people from diverse backgrounds, especially those in underserved communities, to see if it improves their experience.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 994 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Minnesota Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Minneapolis, Minnesota) |
| Trial ID | NCT06671704 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The GC-PRO intervention aims to enhance genetic counseling experiences for individuals from various backgrounds by implementing different approaches to the counseling process. Participants will complete two surveys and allow audio recordings of their counseling sessions to assess the effectiveness of these methods. The study particularly focuses on underserved communities, including Somali, Latino/Hispanic, Black/African American, and Hmong populations, to ensure the research benefits these groups. The goal is to identify strategies that lead to improved patient experiences in genetic counseling.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals aged 18 or older who have been referred for genetic counseling due to hereditary cancer, cardiovascular conditions, or reproductive issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to provide informed consent or do not have a parent or legal guardian for pediatric referrals may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more effective and culturally sensitive genetic counseling practices that improve patient satisfaction and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in genetic counseling, this specific approach focusing on diverse community engagement is relatively novel and untested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 18 years or older * individual OR their child has been referred to genetic counseling for family and/or personal history of hereditary cancer, cardiology condition, general genetics indication, or reproductive/prenatal indication at a participating study site * understand and be able to provide information for study forms and surveys in English. Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to provide informed consent * For pediatric genetic counseling referrals, individuals who are not the parent or legal guardian of the child will be excluded from participating.
Where this trial is running
Minneapolis, Minnesota
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Heather Zierhut — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Elena Fisher
- Email: fishe912@umn.edu
- Phone: 612-626-6743
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.