Developed as a joint initiative between the Mobile Learning Unit, Melbourne Medical School, Mercy Perinatal, Mercy Hospital for Women, Monash IVF Group and the Murdoch Children's Research Institute Reproductive Epidemiology Group.

 

Genetic technology advances rapidly, and it is challenging for clinicians to keep abreast of new testing options and best practice in maternity care. This course will help doctors and midwives acquire the knowledge and skills they need to confidently provide prenatal and pre-pregnancy genetic screening in their daily practice.

 

Designed For

Highly recommended for midwives and doctors providing antenatal and pre-pregnancy care to women and their partners. Also suitable for radiologists and sonographers providing obstetric ultrasound services

 

Learning Outcomes

1. REVISE theories of DNA and inheritance in reproductive health
2. REVIEW the principles of prenatal screening and reproductive carrier screening
3. ASSESS couples that are suitable for a genetic counselling referral
4. APPLY RANZCOG Clinical Guidelines for prenatal screening and diagnosis of fetal chromosomal and genetic conditions
5. DISCUSS options for screening with non-stigmatising language
6. EVALUATE the possible advantages and disadvantages of screening beyond the common trisomies
7. OUTLINE prenatal diagnosis testing and chromosome testing for patients
8. EVALUATE preimplantation genetic testing for patients considering IVF