Genomic Pathology: Training for New Technology

Abstract

Genomic testing is being incorporated into almost all areas of medicine. There is evidence, however, that many physicians do not understand single-gene testing, let alone genomic analysis. Pathologists, given their background in molecular diagnostics and experience directing clinical laboratories, must play a major role in translating genomic technology to patient care. This chapter reviews the significant progress that the pathology community has made in genomic medicine training.