An Intro to Genomic Medicine

3 Credits · Level: Graduate, Undergraduate

Advances in genomics have led to a major paradigm shift in medical practice. While medicine has always been “personal,” the availability of genomic data has made it possible to individualize care for many patients. This online course will provide an introduction to genomic medicine and will cover 5 main themes: (1) Clinical genetics and genomics; (2) Laboratory techniques; (3) Consumer genomics; (4) Ethical, legal, and social issues; and (5) Present and future opportunities and challenges.