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South San Francisco, September 8, 2023 — Genome Medical is proud to announce its selection as a quarterfinalist for the prestigious Digital Health Awards, presented by the Digital Health Hub Foundation....

South San Francisco – August 25, 2023 – Genome Medical has won a Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Silver Award in the Learning & Development category for its RISE Patient...

For Healthcare Innovation’s Telehealth & Virtual Care Virtual Day, Jill Davies, Genome Medical’s CEO, sat down with Mark Hagland, editor-in-chief, for a Q&A session to discuss trends in virtual genetic...

Telehealth genetic services company places in the top 15% for revenue growth      SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, August 16, 2023 – Genome Medical, the nation’s leading telegenetics services company, has been selected...

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, June 23, 2023 — Genome Medical today announced the hiring of Sara Riordan, M.S., CGC, as its vice president of Strategy. In this new role, Sara will direct the company’s strategic vision to drive key enterprise-wide initiatives that advance the company’s long term growth and enable a world where everyone’s health is informed by genetics. Sara joins Genome Medical most recently from Unified Patient Network, where she served as vice president of Clinical and Research Programs. She has also held leadership roles at leading biotechnology and precision oncology diagnostic firms, including Oncocyte and Thermo Fisher Scientific. As a consultant and entrepreneur, she has also advanced the work of early-stage companies in developing and commercializing genomic tests and applications. At Genome Medical, Sara will lead the development and implementation of forward-looking strategies to advance the adoption of genetic services and solutions and strengthen the company’s competitive advantages in the market.  Sara began her career as a genetic counselor and clinical instructor.  She recently served as the president of the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC), where she focused on growing a diverse workforce and advocating for equitable access to genetic counselor services. Sara received her Masters in Genetic…

Partnership supports Gundersen genetic counselors to reduce patient wait times and increase access to care for patients at high-risk for hereditary cancer   South San Francisco – June 22, 2023 – Gundersen Health System, a physician-led, non-profit, comprehensive integrated healthcare network, Edge, Gundersen’s Innovation arm, and Genome Medical, the leading telehealth provider of genetic services and genomics-based care, are teaming up to expand Gundersen’s genetic and preventive care services for patients with cancer and their families. As the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) guidelines continuously update cancer care recommendations, the population of patients who qualify for genetic testing and counseling continues to expand. This new partnership will strengthen Gundersen’s efforts to ensure all patients in the communities it serves have prompt and easy access to genetic counseling. Gundersen’s La Crosse, WI hospital, a recipient of the Healthgrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award for the past 16 years, provides genetic counseling services within several specialties. Due in part to the expanding eligibility guidelines, it began to see an increase in patient wait times for oncology genetic counseling sessions. Gundersen will utilize Genome Medical’s clinical expertise and telegenetics platform to expand service capacity in response to the increased demand, and to reduce wait…

Essay Question:  Genetic counseling is a specialized healthcare field that focuses on the communication of genetic information to individuals and families who may be at risk for inherited genetic disorders. Genetic counselors work with patients to help them understand the potential risks and benefits of genetic testing, select and interpret their genetic test results, and provide guidance on incorporating this information into their care. In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion within the field of genetic counseling. This is because individuals from diverse backgrounds may have unique healthcare needs and experiences that can impact their ability to access and benefit from genetic counseling services. In this essay, we would like you to tell us:   What qualities and skills do genetic counselors possess that would help to promote diversity and inclusion in the field and what impact would this have on patient care? READ: 1ST PLACE | 2ND PLACE | 3RD PLACE 1ST PLACE ESSAY: Jaden Shah, Arizona The Power of Inclusivity: Advocates for Diversity in Genetic Counseling Can you imagine a world where every individual, regardless of their race, receives the personalized healthcare that they deserve? As medical professionals…

South San Francisco – May 25, 2023 –   Genome Medical, the leading telehealth provider of genetic services and solutions, is teaming up with Beam Therapeutics Inc. to provide access...

International Annual Awards Program Recognizes Standout Digital Health & Medical Technology Innovations SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., – May 3, 2023 – Genome Medical, the leading telehealth provider of genetic services and genomics-based care, today announced that its RISE Risk Assessment Module is the recipient of the “Genomics Innovation Award” in the 7th annual MedTech Breakthrough Awards program. MedTech Breakthrough is an independent market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global health and medical technology market. The RISE Risk Assessment Module: Hereditary Cancer is a patient-administered digital tool that has been clinically validated using genetic testing criteria based on national guidelines to identify individuals who may benefit from cancer genetic testing. RISE collects and analyzes family and personal health history on any personal device with internet access. Completing the assessment is made easy for patients and providers – with a link sent via text, email or QR code – and takes less than five minutes to complete. Patients can also be prompted to schedule an appointment with a Genome Medical genetic counselor. Additionally, patients who are identified via the RISE assessment are provided with pre-test education content related to their hereditary cancer risk. This better prepares…