Series 4 Episode 1 - Unlocking the Potential of Pharmacogenetics in the NHS

Welcome to Genomics Now, a podcast series where you can learn how genomics is developing in England's NHS. This podcast series is recorded in 2024 and is part of the North Thames Genomic Medicine Service's educational toolkit.

In each bite-sized episode, we explore what is changing in genomics. We answer the questions on genomics we've been asked by different healthcare professionals, discuss the ways genomics may impact various healthcare roles, and how genomics can be used to improve patient care successfully.

This episode kicks off a five-part series on pharmacogenetics.

In this episode, Dr. Shazia Mahamdallie is joined by Dharmisha Chauhan, the Lead Pharmacist at North Thames Genetic Medicines Service Alliance. Together, they explore the fundamental concepts of pharmacogenomics and pharmacogenetics, discussing their differences and current applications within the NHS. Learn how this innovative field is beginning to shape personalised treatment strategies, and how NHS England's new Pharmacy Genomics Workforce Education and Training Strategic Framework, is aiming to integrate genomic medicine into pharmacy education and practice over the next three years.

The discussion also touches on the evolving role of pharmacists and other prescribers in utilising pharmacogenetic testing to optimise patient care.

Stay tuned as we venture into the future possibilities of pharmacogenetics, anticipating broader applications and more comprehensive testing in primary care settings. Join us for insightful conversations and practical knowledge on how genomics is transforming healthcare.

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