We were eager to put in place comprehensive strategies to address these challenges, and here we outline several of our efforts for this purpose within quality improvement, education and clinical care informed by the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research. This has only been possible by working together with families, advocates, clinicians, educators, scientists, and hospital administration.
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SCIENCE
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Quality Improvement
Our Genetic Counseling and Genomic Psychiatry Consultation services, spearheaded by Dr. Moreno de Luca, continue to expand as we evaluate our existing strategies and explore new avenues, needs, and nuances within the Canadian system. Through partnerships with clinicians, patients and advocacy groups we are working to enhance access to genomic information, improve integration and delivery of genetic testing, while supporting all constituents throughout the process. Successes include:
Dr. Moreno De Luca appointed inaugural CASA Research Chair
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Seamless International transition of ASD services
Expansion of Genetic Counseling Clinic
Broadening the Genomic Psychiatry Consultation Service
Awarded Institutional Grant to Launch a Province-wide Needs Assessment
Multicenter, Multidisciplinary Partnership Development
We have been working hard on next steps, and can’t wait to update you on what’s to come!
