Demystifying Genetics
19 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis is a podcast series called Demystifying Genetics where I, Matt Burgess, Genetic Counsellor interview other genetic counsellors or people working in genetics. We chat about human clinical genetics, genetic counselling, ethics, pyschosocial issues and more. To contact me, please reach out at matt at insightgenomica.au
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Demystifying Genetics with Susan Manley
October 18, 2023 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBThis year, I was given a six month contract to work as a consultant medical science liaison at Myriad Genetics. I must admit, I was apprehensive; Myriad has a contentious reputation, especially amongst the genetic counseling community in North America. This is mainly due to Myriad's involvement in the patenting of the BRCA genes in the USA and Myriad's decision to not submit data to ClinVar unlike most other genetic testing laboratories. It is not uncommon for contractors to feel as though t...
Demystifying Genetics with Kathryn van Diemen
September 27, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWe're thrilled to welcome Kathryn van Diemen, a data aficionado turned genetic counsellor, who shares her captivating journey and current role at TrackGene. From discovering her love for data and genetics to exploring rugby fields and engaging in playful tussles with her Cockerspaniel, Pepper, Kathryn lets us in on the world behind the white coat! Tune in as we discuss the seismic shifts in genetic counselling education, with much more comprehensive courses now available compared to our and...
Demystifying Genetics with Alison McEwen
September 06, 2023 00:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBExperience the gratifying journey of Dr. Alison McEwen, a pioneer in genetic counseling, and the current president of the Human Genetics Society of Australasia. Embark with us as we traverse Alison's path of setting up the UTS Genetic Counseling course, her innovative philosophy of creating 'brave spaces' that inspire students to push their boundaries, and her dedication towards a client-centered approach in healthcare. Dr. McEwen also takes us through her riveting PhD journey focused on in...
Demystifying Genetics with Maya Chopra
August 22, 2023 00:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBIn an engaging exploration of genetics, join me as I converse with the distinguished Dr. Maya Chopra of Harvard Medical School and Boston Children's Hospital. We delve into her captivating journey of researching rare and complex disorders, providing an intriguing insight into the intersection of research and clinical practice. We also explore the crucial role of clinical geneticists in the fast-paced world of gene therapy. The middle segment of our conversation takes an ethical bend as we ...
Demystifying Genetics with Julia Mansour
August 08, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBPrepare to be immersed in the intriguing world of genetic counseling as we navigate its intersection with law, policy, and public health, with our esteemed guest, Julia Mansour. This episode promises to expand your horizons, offering insights into Julia’s career transition from law to genetic counseling, her stance on the controversial position statement from the Human Genetic Society of Australasia, and her unique experiences living in Tasmania. Our conversation doesn't stop there! Ever w...
Demystifying Genetics with Janice Berliner
July 16, 2023 16:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBGet set for an enlightening journey into genetics and writing with the remarkable Janice Berliner. Our conversation traverses her career evolution from being a genetic counselor to steering the helm as a program director, revealing her fears, inspirations, and her passion for nurturing the next generation in the field. She's also candid about her plunge into academia and the transformative landscape of genetic testing technology she's witnessed over her career. The second half of our chat t...
Demystifying Genetics with Laura Forrest
July 06, 2023 13:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBExplore the captivating world of genetic counseling with Laura Forrest, a respected academic and associate genetic counsellor all the way from Melbourne, Australia. Together, we untangle the intricacies of qualitative research in clinical genetics and the fascinating journey through her PhD in familial communications. We also delve deep into her publications and discuss the promising Genetic Counseling Outcome Scale. Along the way, enjoy lighter moments as Laura shares the story of her new p...
Demystifying Genetics with Pilar Magoulas
August 27, 2020 22:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBIn this second episode of season 2 of Demystifying Genetics I chat with Chief Genetic Counselor Pilar Magoulas from Texas, USA. This is my first episode in this series where I chat with an American genetic counselor. Support the show
Demystifying Genetics with Elly Lynch
August 13, 2020 22:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBHello! I've returned with my podcast Demystifying Genetics. In this return pod I talk to senior genetic counsellor Elly Lynch. Elly and I discuss genetic counselling in the current climate in Melbourne, Australia. Support the show
Demystifying Genetics for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Week
October 02, 2018 14:00 - 1 hour - 35.4 MBThis week is Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Awareness and I was lucky enough to have three fabulous guests on Demystifying Genetics. First Guest – Ellen Matlof, Genetic Counselor & Director, My Gene Counsel Ellen is a genetic counsellor extraordinaire in Connecticut, USA, with many years experience working in the familial cancer setting. We discuss: • The role of the Genetic Counselor and their role in the ordering and interpretation of genetic results • What a gene is and what varia...
Demystifying Genetics with Mike Field
September 19, 2018 14:00 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBIn this ninth Demystifying Genetics podcast I discuss Fragile X and other conditions of learning disability with Dr Mike Field, Consultant Clinical Geneticist. Mike has a lovely way of taking complex concepts and issues and explaining in a way that is easy and straightforward to understand. Mike has been involved with many research projects to do with the genetics of learning disability and we spent some time talking about this. We also covered Invitro Fertilisation (IVF) and preimplantation ...
Demystifying Genetics with John Conaghan
August 30, 2018 14:00 - 53 minutes - 24.7 MBWelcome to a podcast all about Huntington disease (HD). Joining me in this podcast is Senior Social Worker John Conaghan. I love all my guests and love all of my conversations about demystifying genetics, however this podcast feels special. John is such a caring and empathic worker and his kindness shines through in this conversation. We discuss what Huntington disease is and how it affects people with the condition and also the affect it has on their families. John has a long history of wor...
Demystifying Genetics with Martin Delatycki
July 29, 2018 14:00 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBProf Martin Delatycki joins me for this podcast. Martin is a clinical geneticist in Melbourne, Australia. He works clinically, but also has a strong research interest. We speak about the following genetic conditions: • Friedreich’s ataxia • Hereditary Haemochromatosis • Tay Sachs disease • Spinal Muscular atrophy • Spinocerebellar ataxia type 3 More information about these conditions can be found at rarediseases.org We also talk about the genetic research and clinical trials that Martin...
Demystifying Genetics with Kristine Barlow - Stewart
July 14, 2018 14:00 - 34 minutes - 15.7 MBIn this podcast I was lucky enough to speak to Kristine Barlow – Stewart. Kris has been a genetic counsellor in Australia for many years. Kris is highly involved with genetics education and this is what we have a good chat about. We explore issues such as genetics education, evidence based genetic counselling research and the diagnostic odyssey. We also discuss the management of uncertainty in genetic counselling and the future of this profession. Support the show
Demystifying Genetics with Lucinda Freeman
June 30, 2018 14:00 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBLucinda is a fabulous genetic counsellor who I was lucky enough to study with back in 2004. We attended a conference last year in Cambridge, UK and before the start of the conference we spent a few days in Paris together where this photo was taken. Lucinda was granted a Churchill Fellowship in 2016. She spent a number of weeks visiting clinical genetics services in the USA and UK in 2017 and the report, which Lucinda authored is entitled “To gain a strong evidence base for counselling patien...
Demystifying Genetics with Jane Tiller
June 16, 2018 14:00 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MBDemystifying Genetics with Jane Tiller This podcast can be accessed via Apple iTunes Podcasts at https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/demystifying-genetics/id1387090904 or on Buzzsprout at http://demystifying-genetics.buzzsprout.com/ I was lucky enough to record this podcast with Jane Tiller in the studio in Melbourne. The photo is a selfie of us outside the studio. Jane and I discussed direct to consumer testing, life insurance and genetics and the tristate killer. Listen in for an interesti...
Demystifying Genetics with Yasmin Bylstra
June 02, 2018 14:00 - 30 minutes - 14.2 MBI had the pleasure of catching up with Genetic Counsellor Yasmin in this latest podcast. Yasmin discussed many issues related to genetic counselling including pharmacogenomics and genetic conditions hypercholesterolemia and cardiac genetics. Support the show
Demystifying Genetics with Ron Fleischer
May 20, 2018 14:00 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MBIt was a pleasure having Ron as my first guest on my podcast. We covered many topics including Ron's private genetic counselling practice in Sydney, Australia, what genetic counselling actually is, prenatal genetic counselling, expanded carrier testing and the professional body for clinical genetics in Australia; the Human Genetics Society of Australasia. Support the show
Demystifying Genetics with Matt Burgess
May 18, 2018 14:00 - 25 minutes - 11.9 MBThis is the first podcast in a series called Demystifying Genetics where I, Matt Burgess, Genetic Counsellor am interviewed by my partner Daniel Goodfellow. Podcasts to follow will have me interviewing genetic counsellors and others working in or involved with genetics. Support the show