Telegenetics

The Western States Regional Genetics Network (WSRGN) supports telegenetics activities to increase access to genetic services and education for families and providers.

Telegenetics/Telehealth Resources for Providers and Patients

List of Resources

We have put together a curated list of telegenetics/telehealth resources for providers and patients. To go to the resource page, please click HERE. For providers, there is information about how to quickly start using telegenetics, policy considerations (laws, licensure, billing and reimbursement, consent), and best practices.

Telehealth Best Practice

If you are a healthcare provider, watch the video below to learn about how to conduct a telehealth session using best practices. 

What to Expect from a Telegenetics Visit

For patients, there is information about what to expect from a telegenetics visit, how to prepare for a visit, and how to find telegenetics providers. To learn what to expect from a telegenetics visit, watch the video above. The video is also available in:

Telegenetics Implementation

The WSRGN provides technical assistance and support for genetics providers in our region to implement and evaluate their telegenetic services. Please contact us for more information.

Telegenetics Training for Genetics Providers

This project seeks to train genetic specialists to use telegenetics in their practice. The training consists of self-paced on-line modules, webinars, and an one day in-person session. CMEs and CEUs are offered for the training. The training is done in partnership with the HRSA funded Southwest Telehealth Resource Center at the University of Arizona. For information about the project, please click HERE.

For more information about the training, watch the video below:

NOTE: During the Public Health Emergency, the training program is being transformed into an all virtual program.  Please contact us for more information.