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Hetland LH, Maguire J, Debono D, Wright H. Scholarly literature on nurses and pharmacogenomics: A scoping review. NURSE EDUCATION TODAY 2024; 137:106153. [PMID: 38484442 DOI: 10.1016/j.nedt.2024.106153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2024] [Revised: 02/18/2024] [Accepted: 03/05/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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BACKGROUND Pharmacogenomics is the bioscience investigating how genes affect medication responses. Nurses are instrumental in medication safety. Pharmacogenomics is slowly being integrated into healthcare, and knowledge and understanding of it is now pertinent to nursing practice. PURPOSE This paper aims to map the scholarly literature on pharmacogenomics in relation to nurses. METHODS A scoping review was conducted in four databases: CINAHL, Embase (Ovid), ProQuest Health and Medicine and PubMed using the search terms pharmacogenomic*, pharmacogenetic*, PGx*, and nurs*, resulting in 263 articles of which 77 articles met the inclusion criteria. FINDINGS Most articles (85 %, n = 65) were non-empirical and 12 presented empirical data (15 %, n = 12). The articles were USA-centric (81 %, n = 62) and represented a broad range of nursing specialties. CONCLUSION The majority of scholarly literature on nurses and pharmacogenomics is narrative reviews. Further empirical research is warranted to investigate nurses' current knowledge levels and potential involvement with pharmacogenomics in clinical practice.
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- Linn Helen Hetland
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, Australia; Nursing and Midwifery, College of Healthcare Sciences, James Cook University, QLD, Australia; School of Public Health, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, Australia; Nursing and Midwifery, College of Healthcare Sciences, James Cook University, QLD, Australia; School of Public Health, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, Australia; Nursing and Midwifery, College of Healthcare Sciences, James Cook University, QLD, Australia; School of Public Health, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, Australia; Nursing and Midwifery, College of Healthcare Sciences, James Cook University, QLD, Australia; School of Public Health, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Hahn M, Frantz AM, Eckert A, Reif A. [Barriers for Implementation of PGx Testing in Psychiatric Hospitals in Germany: Results of the FACT-PGx Study]. FORTSCHRITTE DER NEUROLOGIE-PSYCHIATRIE 2024; 92:221-229. [PMID: 37130546 DOI: 10.1055/a-2060-0694] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The FACT-PGx study was conducted to analyze barriers to implementation of pharmacogenetic testing in psychiatric hospitals in Germany and to propose solutions for its faster and easier implementation in all hospitals. METHODS 104 patients (50% female) were genotyped and participated in the study. 67 completed a survey. To analyze the correlation between continuous data (age) of the survey, the wilcoxon rank test and for categorial data (education level, history of treatment and episodes), t-test was used. RESULTS No patient declined to be genotyped. 99% believed that genotyping could help to shorten their hospital stay. Patients >40 years of age and with higher educational levels were willing to pay for the PGx (p=0.009). On average, patients were willing to pay 117.42€ +/-140.49€ and to wait 15.83+/- 8.92 days for the results. Processes differed significantly between routine laboratory screening and PGx testing which could be a barrier for implementation. CONCLUSION Patients are not barriers to but enablers of an implementation of PGx. New process flows can be barriers, but can be overcome by optimization.
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- Martina Hahn
- Klinik für Psychiatrie, Psychosomatik und Psychotherapie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
- Klinik für psychische Gesundheit, varisano Klinikum Frankfurt Hoechst, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Klinik für Psychiatrie, Psychosomatik und Psychotherapie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Klinik für Psychiatrie, Psychosomatik und Psychotherapie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Klinik für Psychiatrie, Psychosomatik und Psychotherapie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Cernat A, Samaan Z, Abelson J, Ramdyal A, Shaikh H, Vanstone M. Patient perspectives on pharmacogenomic (PGx) testing for antidepressant prescribing in primary care: a qualitative description study. J Community Genet 2024:10.1007/s12687-024-00705-y. [PMID: 38587601 DOI: 10.1007/s12687-024-00705-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2024] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024] Open
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Many patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) try multiple antidepressants before finding one that works well and is tolerable. Pharmacogenomic (PGx) testing was developed to facilitate more efficacious prescribing. This technology has not been robustly implemented clinically. Patient perspectives are critical to policy decisions, but the views of patients with MDD about the use of PGx testing to guide antidepressant prescribing have not been extensively examined, particularly in publicly funded healthcare systems. The purpose of this qualitative description study was to produce actionable patient perspectives evidence to inform future technology assessment of PGx testing. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 21 adults with MDD for which antidepressants were indicated in Ontario, Canada, and used the Ontario Decision Determinants Framework to conduct an unconstrained deductive content analysis. Patients expressed views about the overall clinical benefit of PGx testing in depression care, preferences for deployment of testing, perspectives on ethical considerations, opinions about equity and patient care, and beliefs regarding the feasibility of adopting PGx testing into the healthcare system. They also worried about the possibility of conflicts of interest between PGx test manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies. This study provides policymakers with patient priorities to facilitate the development of patient-centred policies. It highlights that formal adoption of PGx testing into the healthcare system requires a focus on equity of access and health outcomes.
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- Alexandra Cernat
- Department of Family Medicine, McMaster University, 100 Main St W, Hamilton, ON, L8P 1H6, Canada
- Health Policy PhD Program, Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, L8S 4L8, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, L8S 4L8, Canada
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- Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, L8S 4L8, Canada
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- Department of Family Medicine, McMaster University, 100 Main St W, Hamilton, ON, L8P 1H6, Canada
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- Department of Family Medicine, McMaster University, 100 Main St W, Hamilton, ON, L8P 1H6, Canada
- Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, L8S 4L8, Canada
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- Department of Family Medicine, McMaster University, 100 Main St W, Hamilton, ON, L8P 1H6, Canada.
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Maruf AA, Shields M, Fryza A, Wondrasek A, Leong C, Kowalec K, Bousman C. Knowledge and perceptions of pharmacogenomics among pharmacists in Manitoba, Canada. Pharmacogenomics 2024; 25:175-186. [PMID: 38506345 DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2024-0013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/21/2024] Open
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Objective: This work was designed to describe the knowledge and perceptions of pharmacogenomics (PGx) among pharmacists in the Canadian province of Manitoba. Methods: A 40-item, web-based survey was distributed to pharmacists in Manitoba. Results: Of 74 participants, one third had some education or training in PGx, and 12.2% had used PGx test results in their practice. Participants' self-rated knowledge of PGx testing and common PGx resources (e.g., Pharmacogenomics Knowledge Base, Clinical Pharmacogenetics Implementation Consortium) was low. Most pharmacists surveyed believe that PGx can improve medication efficacy (82.4%) or prevent adverse drug reactions (81.1%). Most (91%) desired more education on PGx. Conclusion: Manitoba pharmacists reported positive perceptions toward PGx. However, they are currently underprepared to implement PGx into practice.
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- Abdullah Al Maruf
- College of Pharmacy, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0T5, Canada
- Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3E 3P4, Canada
- The Mathison Centre for Mental Health Research & Education, Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 4Z6, Canada
- Department of Psychiatry, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4, Canada
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- Department of Medical Genetics, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N2, Canada
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- College of Pharmacy, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0T5, Canada
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- College of Pharmacy, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0T5, Canada
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- College of Pharmacy, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0T5, Canada
- Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3E 3P4, Canada
- Department of Psychiatry, Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba, MB, R3E 3N4, Canada
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- College of Pharmacy, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0T5, Canada
- Department of Medical Epidemiology & Biostatistics, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
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- The Mathison Centre for Mental Health Research & Education, Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 4Z6, Canada
- Department of Psychiatry, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4, Canada
- Department of Medical Genetics, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N2, Canada
- Departments of Physiology & Pharmacology & Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4, Canada
- Alberta Children's Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N1, Canada
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Ramadan A, Jarab AS, Al Meslamani AZ. Investigation of community pharmacists' knowledge and attitudes of pharmacogenomics testing: implication for improved pharmacogenomic testing practice. Hum Genomics 2024; 18:8. [PMID: 38291455 PMCID: PMC10825993 DOI: 10.1186/s40246-024-00574-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Community pharmacists must be well-equipped to advance pharmacogenomics services. Nevertheless, limited data is available regarding pharmacists' knowledge and attitudes toward pharmacogenomics testing. The present study aimed to evaluate community pharmacists' knowledge and attitudes toward pharmacogenomics testing in the UAE. METHODS In this cross-sectional study, a validated, online, self-administered survey, was randomly distributed to community pharmacists across the United Arab Emirates (UAE). RESULTS The participants demonstrated poor knowledge about pharmacogenomic testing (median score < 8). Having 10-29 (Adjusted odds ration [AOR]: 0.038; 95% CI: 0.01-0.146, p = 0.001) and 30-49 (AOR: 0.097; 95% CI: 0.04-0.237, p = 0.001) patients per day was associated with poorer knowledge. Also, receiving 10-29 (AOR: 0.046; 95% CI: 0.005-0.401, p = 0.005), 30-49 (AOR: 0.025; 95% CI: 0.003-0.211, p = 0.001), and > 50 (AOR: 0.049; 95% CI: 0.005-0.458, p = 0.008) prescriptions decreased the odds of having good knowledge. Around half (43.9%) of the participants did not show a positive attitude toward pharmacogenomic testing (median score < 11). Having 30-49 patients per day (AOR: 5.351; 95% CI: 2.414-11.860, p = 0.001) increased the odds of good knowledge while receiving 10-29 (AOR: 0.133; 95% CI: 0.056-0.315, p = 0.001) and 30-49 (AOR: 0.111; 95% CI: 0.049-0.252, p = 0.001) prescriptions a day were associated with decreased odds of positive attitude toward the pharmacogenomics testing. CONCLUSIONS The findings indicate a lack of knowledge and less-than-ideal attitudes among community pharmacists regarding pharmacogenomics testing. Enhanced efforts focused on educational initiatives and training activities related to pharmacogenomics testing is needed. Additionally, reducing workload can facilitate better knowledge acquisition and help mitigate unfavorable attitudes.
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- Azza Ramadan
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Al Ain University, 112612, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
- AAU Health and Biomedical Research Center, Al Ain University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Al Ain University, 112612, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- AAU Health and Biomedical Research Center, Al Ain University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid, 22110, Jordan
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Al Ain University, 112612, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- AAU Health and Biomedical Research Center, Al Ain University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Ng WL, Hussein N, Ng CJ, Qureshi N, Lee YK, Kwan Z, Kee BP, Then SM, Abdul Malik TF, Mohd Zaidan FZ, Azmi SUF. Implementing HLA-B*58:01 testing prior to allopurinol initiation in Malaysian primary care setting: A qualitative study from doctors' and patients' perspective. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0296498. [PMID: 38206925 PMCID: PMC10783771 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0296498] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2023] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Allopurinol, the first-line treatment for chronic gout, is a common causative drug for severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCAR). HLA-B*58:01 allele was strongly associated with allopurinol-induced SCAR in Asian countries such as Taiwan, Japan, Thailand and Malaysia. HLA-B*58:01 screening before allopurinol initiation is conditionally recommended in the Southeast-Asian population, but the uptake of this screening is slow in primary care settings, including Malaysia. This study aimed to explore the views and experiences of primary care doctors and patients with gout on implementing HLA-B*58:01 testing in Malaysia as part of a more extensive study exploring the feasibility of implementing it routinely. METHODS This qualitative study used in-depth interviews and focus group discussions to obtain information from patients with gout under follow-up in primary care and doctors who cared for them. Patients and doctors shared their gout management experiences and views on implementing HLA-B*58:01 screening in primary care. Data were coded and analysed using thematic analysis. RESULTS 18 patients and 18 doctors from three different healthcare settings (university hospital, public health clinics, private general practitioner clinics) participated. The acceptability to HLA-B*58:01 screening was good among the doctors and patients. We discovered inadequate disclosure of severe side effects of allopurinol by doctors due to concerns about medication refusal by patients, which could potentially be improved by introducing HLA-B*58:01 testing. Barriers to implementation included out-of-pocket costs for patients, the cost-effectiveness of this implementation, lack of established alternative treatment pathway besides allopurinol, counselling burden and concern about genetic data security. Our participants preferred targeted screening for high-risk populations instead of universal screening. CONCLUSION Implementing HLA-B*58:01 testing in primary care is potentially feasible if a cost-effective, targeted screening policy on high-risk groups can be developed. A clear treatment pathway for patients who test positive should be made available.
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- Wei Leik Ng
- Department of Primary Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Primary Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Primary Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Department of Research, SingHealth Polyclinics, Singapore, Singapore
- Health Services and Systems Research, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore, Singapore
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- Division of Primary Care, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom
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- Department of Primary Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Biomedical Science, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Division of Biomedical Science, School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Nottingham, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Primary Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Li LJ, Legeay S, Gagnon AL, Frigon MP, Tessier L, Tremblay K. Moving towards the implementation of pharmacogenetic testing in Quebec. Front Genet 2024; 14:1295963. [PMID: 38234998 PMCID: PMC10791884 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2023.1295963] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2024] Open
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Clinical implementation of pharmacogenetics (PGx) into routine care will elevate the current paradigm of treatment decisions. However, while PGx tests are increasingly becoming reliable and affordable, several barriers have limited their widespread usage in Canada. Globally, over ninety successful PGx implementors can serve as models. The purpose of this paper is to outline the PGx implementation barriers documented in Quebec (Canada) to suggest efficient solutions based on existing PGx clinics and propose an adapted clinical implementation model. We conclude that the province of Quebec is ready to implement PGx.
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- Ling Jing Li
- Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et de Services Sociaux Du Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean (Chicoutimi University Hospital), Research Center, Saguenay, QC, Canada
- Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Université de Sherbrooke, Saguenay, QC, Canada
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- Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et de Services Sociaux Du Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean (Chicoutimi University Hospital), Research Center, Saguenay, QC, Canada
- Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Université de Sherbrooke, Saguenay, QC, Canada
- University Angers, [CHU Angers], Inserm, CNRS, MINT, Angers, France
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- Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et de Services Sociaux Du Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean (Chicoutimi University Hospital), Research Center, Saguenay, QC, Canada
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- Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et de Services Sociaux Du Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean (Chicoutimi University Hospital), Research Center, Saguenay, QC, Canada
- Pediatrics Department, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Université de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
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- Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et de Services Sociaux Du Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean (Chicoutimi University Hospital), Research Center, Saguenay, QC, Canada
- Pharmacology-Physiology Department, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Université de Sherbrooke, Saguenay, QC, Canada
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- Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et de Services Sociaux Du Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean (Chicoutimi University Hospital), Research Center, Saguenay, QC, Canada
- Pharmacology-Physiology Department, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Université de Sherbrooke, Saguenay, QC, Canada
- Centre de Recherche Du Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Sherbrooke (CR-CHUS), Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
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Wondrasek A, Fryza A, Aziz MA, Leong C, Kowalec K, Maruf AA. Knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes toward pharmacogenomics among pharmacists and pharmacy students: A systematic review. Health Sci Rep 2024; 7:e1844. [PMID: 38274140 PMCID: PMC10809028 DOI: 10.1002/hsr2.1844] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2023] [Revised: 12/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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Background and Aims Pharmacists have been recognized as one of the most qualified healthcare professionals in the clinical implementation of pharmacogenomics, yet its widespread implementation in clinical pharmacy practice has remained limited. The review aims to systematically investigate knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes toward pharmacogenomics among pharmacists and pharmacy students to inform the future delivery of pharmacogenomics education programs. Methods PubMed, MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, and the International Pharmaceutical Abstracts were searched up to May 17, 2022. Studies were selected if they included data on pharmacists' or pharmacy students' knowledge, perception, or attitude about pharmacogenomics and were published in a peer-reviewed, English-language journal with full-text availability. Any published study not deemed original research was excluded. All included studies were critically appraised using the Center for Evidence-Based Management's critical appraisal tools. The data were descriptively analyzed and presented based on pharmacists' and pharmacy students' knowledge/awareness, perception/attitudes toward pharmacogenomic (PGx), confidence in using or interpreting PGx testing results, and their desire to get further PGx education or their most preferred method of further education. Results A combined total of 12,430 pharmacists and pharmacy students from 26 countries are represented in the 52 included studies. Despite overwhelmingly positive attitudes and perceptions toward pharmacogenomics among pharmacists and pharmacy students, an overall lack of adequate knowledge and confidence was found. The review also found a strong desire for further pharmacogenomics education among pharmacists and pharmacy students. Conclusion Pharmacists and pharmacy students have positive perceptions and attitudes toward pharmacogenomics, which is hindered by a lack of knowledge and confidence. However, inadequate control for confounders, limited representativeness of the studied population or region, and small sample sizes diminish the generalizability of the review results. Knowledge and confidence could be improved through enhanced delivery of pharmacogenomic courses within the pharmacy curriculum and continuing education programs.
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- Amanda Wondrasek
- College of Pharmacy, Rady Faculty of Health SciencesUniversity of ManitobaWinnipegCanada
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- College of Pharmacy, Rady Faculty of Health SciencesUniversity of ManitobaWinnipegCanada
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- College of Pharmacy, Rady Faculty of Health SciencesUniversity of ManitobaWinnipegCanada
- Bangladesh Pharmacogenomics Research Network (BdPGRN)DhakaBangladesh
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- College of Pharmacy, Rady Faculty of Health SciencesUniversity of ManitobaWinnipegCanada
- Department of Psychiatry, Max Rady College of MedicineUniversity of ManitobaWinnipegCanada
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- College of Pharmacy, Rady Faculty of Health SciencesUniversity of ManitobaWinnipegCanada
- Department of Medical Epidemiology and BiostatisticsKarolinska InstituteStockholmSweden
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- College of Pharmacy, Rady Faculty of Health SciencesUniversity of ManitobaWinnipegCanada
- Bangladesh Pharmacogenomics Research Network (BdPGRN)DhakaBangladesh
- The Mathison Centre for Mental Health Research & Education, Cumming School of Medicine, Department of PsychiatryUniversity of CalgaryCalgaryCanada
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Vest BM, Wray LO, Thase ME, Brady LA, Chapman SR, Oslin DW. Providers' Use of Pharmacogenetic Testing to Inform Antidepressant Prescribing: Results of Qualitative Interviews. Psychiatr Serv 2023; 74:1270-1276. [PMID: 37528698 DOI: 10.1176/appi.ps.20220537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Pharmacogenetic testing (PGx) for patients experiencing depression has been associated with modest improvements in symptoms. However, little is known about providers' use of PGx, including how and for whom providers use the test results in clinical decision making. In this article, results from qualitative interviews on the experience of providers participating in a pragmatic trial of PGx are described; implications of the providers' experiences are highlighted to inform future implementation of PGx. METHODS Interviews were conducted with providers participating in the trial (N=61) who treated veterans who had depression. Questions were informed by the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research. A rapid analytic approach was used. RESULTS Two main themes were identified: perceptions regarding which patients would likely benefit from PGx and approaches to using the test results in prescribing. Providers generally expressed positive experiences with using PGx results. However, the providers varied in application of the test results to clinical decision making regarding medications, were uncertain about how much to rely on the results, and differed in perceptions about which patients would benefit from PGx. CONCLUSIONS To support future implementation, policies and procedures are needed, as well as mechanisms to support ongoing provider education on PGx.
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- Bonnie M Vest
- Department of Family Medicine, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo (Vest, Wray, Brady); Center for Integrated Healthcare, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Western New York Healthcare System, Buffalo (Vest, Wray); Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 4, Mental Illness, Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC), Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia (Thase, Oslin); Department of Psychiatry, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia (Thase, Oslin); VISN 4 MIRECC, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh (Chapman)
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- Department of Family Medicine, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo (Vest, Wray, Brady); Center for Integrated Healthcare, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Western New York Healthcare System, Buffalo (Vest, Wray); Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 4, Mental Illness, Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC), Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia (Thase, Oslin); Department of Psychiatry, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia (Thase, Oslin); VISN 4 MIRECC, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh (Chapman)
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- Department of Family Medicine, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo (Vest, Wray, Brady); Center for Integrated Healthcare, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Western New York Healthcare System, Buffalo (Vest, Wray); Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 4, Mental Illness, Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC), Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia (Thase, Oslin); Department of Psychiatry, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia (Thase, Oslin); VISN 4 MIRECC, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh (Chapman)
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- Department of Family Medicine, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo (Vest, Wray, Brady); Center for Integrated Healthcare, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Western New York Healthcare System, Buffalo (Vest, Wray); Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 4, Mental Illness, Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC), Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia (Thase, Oslin); Department of Psychiatry, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia (Thase, Oslin); VISN 4 MIRECC, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh (Chapman)
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- Department of Family Medicine, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo (Vest, Wray, Brady); Center for Integrated Healthcare, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Western New York Healthcare System, Buffalo (Vest, Wray); Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 4, Mental Illness, Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC), Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia (Thase, Oslin); Department of Psychiatry, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia (Thase, Oslin); VISN 4 MIRECC, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh (Chapman)
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- Department of Family Medicine, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo (Vest, Wray, Brady); Center for Integrated Healthcare, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Western New York Healthcare System, Buffalo (Vest, Wray); Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 4, Mental Illness, Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC), Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center, Philadelphia (Thase, Oslin); Department of Psychiatry, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia (Thase, Oslin); VISN 4 MIRECC, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh (Chapman)
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Kudron EL, Raghavan S, Lee YM, Lowery JT. Primary care providers' preferences for the communication and management of actionable genomic findings from a research biobank. GENETICS IN MEDICINE OPEN 2023; 1:100830. [PMID: 38287920 PMCID: PMC10824104 DOI: 10.1016/j.gimo.2023.100830] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2024]
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Purpose Little is known about non-genetics health care specialists' attitudes toward the return and utilization of actionable genomic results from a research biobank. We surveyed primary care providers (PCPs) to explore their perspectives on these results and their preferences for return. Methods We administered a paper and web-based 27-question survey to PCPs residing locally and caring for adult patients. Recruitment was conducted in person and by email, focusing on PCPs likely to interact with results generated by our institution's biobank. Results Of the ~482 PCPs contacted, 77 (16%) returned surveys. Although most respondents (90%) prefer that a genetics specialist be involved in communicating biobank-generated genomic results to patients, about 40% of respondents reported that a PCP shares the responsibility to discuss these results along with other specialists. A majority of respondents (74%) felt uncomfortable communicating these results to patients. However, respondents reported significantly greater comfort with this process when offered targeted educational resources (62% with vs 10% without resources; P < 10-5). Conclusion PCPs recognize the need to engage with their patients' biobank-generated genomic results but feel uncomfortable in doing so. Relevant resources are needed to improve PCPs' confidence in the use of these types of results to affect patient care.
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- Elizabeth L. Kudron
- Department of Biomedical Informatics, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
- Colorado Center for Personalized Medicine, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO
- Section of General Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Colorado Center for Personalized Medicine, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO
- VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System, Aurora, CO
- Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Colorado Center for Personalized Medicine, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, CO
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- Colorado Center for Personalized Medicine, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO
- School of Public Health and Cancer Center, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO
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Bollinger A, Stäuble CK, Jeiziner C, Wiss FM, Hersberger KE, Lampert ML, Meyer zu Schwabedissen HE, Allemann SS. Genotyping of Patients with Adverse Drug Reaction or Therapy Failure: Database Analysis of a Pharmacogenetics Case Series Study. Pharmgenomics Pers Med 2023; 16:693-706. [PMID: 37426898 PMCID: PMC10327911 DOI: 10.2147/pgpm.s415259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2023] [Accepted: 06/19/2023] [Indexed: 07/11/2023] Open
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Purpose Pharmacogenetics (PGx) is an emerging aspect of personalized medicine with the potential to increase efficacy and safety of pharmacotherapy. However, PGx testing is still not routinely integrated into clinical practice. We conducted an observational case series study where PGx information from a commercially available panel test covering 30 genes was integrated into medication reviews. The aim of the study was to identify the drugs that are most frequently object of drug-gene-interactions (DGI) in the study population. Patients and Methods In out-patient and in-patient settings, we recruited 142 patients experiencing adverse drug reaction (ADR) and/or therapy failure (TF). Collected anonymized data from the individual patient was harmonized and transferred to a structured database. Results The majority of the patients had a main diagnosis of a mental or behavioral disorder (ICD-10: F, 61%), of musculoskeletal system and connective tissue diseases (ICD-10: M, 21%), and of the circulatory system (ICD-10: I, 11%). The number of prescribed medicines reached a median of 7 per person, resulting in a majority of patients with polypharmacy (≥5 prescribed medicines, 65%). In total, 559 suspected DGI were identified in 142 patients. After genetic testing, an association with at least one genetic variation was confirmed for 324 suspected DGI (58%) caused by 64 different drugs and 21 different genes in 141 patients. After 6 months, PGx-based medication adjustments were recorded for 62% of the study population, whereby differences were identified in subgroups. Conclusion The data analysis from this study provides valuable insights for the main focus of further research in the context of PGx. The results indicate that most of the selected patients in our sample represent suitable target groups for PGx panel testing in clinical practice, notably those taking drugs for mental or behavioral disorder, circulatory diseases, immunological diseases, pain-related diseases, and patients experiencing polypharmacy.
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- Anna Bollinger
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
- Institute of Hospital Pharmacy, Solothurner Spitäler AG, Olten, Switzerland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
- Institute of Hospital Pharmacy, Solothurner Spitäler AG, Olten, Switzerland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
- Institute of Hospital Pharmacy, Solothurner Spitäler AG, Olten, Switzerland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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Fahim SM, Alexander CSW, Qian J, Ngorsuraches S, Hohmann NS, Lloyd KB, Reagan A, Hart L, McCormick N, Westrick SC. Current published evidence on barriers and proposed strategies for genetic testing implementation in health care settings: A scoping review. J Am Pharm Assoc (2003) 2023; 63:998-1016. [PMID: 37119989 DOI: 10.1016/j.japh.2023.04.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2022] [Revised: 04/20/2023] [Accepted: 04/22/2023] [Indexed: 05/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The slow uptake of genetic testing in routine clinical practice warrants the attention of researchers and practitioners to find effective strategies to facilitate implementation. OBJECTIVES This study aimed to identify the barriers to and strategies for pharmacogenetic testing implementation in a health care setting from published literature. METHODS A scoping review was conducted in August 2021 with an expanded literature search using Ovid MEDLINE, Web of Science, International Pharmaceutical Abstract, and Google Scholar to identify studies reporting implementation of pharmacogenetic testing in a health care setting, from a health care system's perspective. Articles were screened using DistillerSR and findings were organized using the 5 major domains of Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR). RESULTS A total of 3536 unique articles were retrieved from the above sources, with only 253 articles retained after title and abstract screening. Upon screening the full texts, 57 articles (representing 46 unique practice sites) were found matching the inclusion criteria. We found that most reported barriers and their associated strategies to the implementation of pharmacogenetic testing surrounded 2 CFIR domains: intervention characteristics and inner settings. Factors relating to cost and reimbursement were described as major barriers in the intervention characteristics. In the same domain, another major barrier was the lack of utility studies to provide evidence for genetic testing uptake. Technical hurdles, such as integrating genetic information to medical records, were identified as an inner settings barrier. Collaborations and lessons from early implementers could be useful strategies to overcome majority of the barriers across different health care settings. Strategies proposed by the included implementation studies to overcome these barriers are summarized and can be used as guidance in future. CONCLUSION Barriers and strategies identified in this scoping review can provide implementation guidance for practice sites that are interested in implementing genetic testing.
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Stratton TP, Olson AW. Personalizing Personalized Medicine: The Confluence of Pharmacogenomics, a Person's Medication Experience and Ethics. PHARMACY 2023; 11:101. [PMID: 37368427 DOI: 10.3390/pharmacy11030101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Revised: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 06/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023] Open
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Truly personalized precision medicine combines pharmacogenomics (PGx), a person's lived medication experiences and ethics; person-centeredness lies at the confluence of these considerations. A person-centered perspective can help inform PGx-related treatment guidelines, shared decision-making for PGx-related therapeutics and PGx-related healthcare policy. This article examines the interplay between these components of person-centered PGx-related care. Ethics concepts addressed include privacy, confidentiality, autonomy, informed consent, fiduciary responsibility, respect, the burden of pharmacogenomics knowledge for both the patient and healthcare provider and the pharmacist's ethical role in PGx-testing. Incorporating the patient's lived medication experience and ethics principles into PGx-based discussions of treatment can optimize the ethical, person-centered application of PGx testing to patient care.
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- Timothy P Stratton
- University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Duluth, MN 55812, USA
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Brown JT, McGonagle E, Seifert R, Speedie M, Jacobson PA. Addressing disparities in pharmacogenomics through rural and underserved workforce education. Front Genet 2023; 13:1082985. [PMID: 36726715 PMCID: PMC9884975 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2022.1082985] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2022] [Accepted: 12/28/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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Introduction: While pharmacogenomic (PGx) testing is routine in urban healthcare institutions or academic health centers with access to existing expertise, uptake in medically-underserved areas is lagging. The primary objective of this workforce education program is to extend access to didactic, case-based and clinical PGx training for pharmacists serving rural Minnesota and populations experiencing health disparities in Minnesota. Methods: A PGx workforce training program funded through the Minnesota Department of Health was offered through the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy (COP) to pharmacists working in rural and/or underserved areas in the state of Minnesota. Learning activities included a 16-week, asynchronous PGx didactic course covering PGx topics, a 15-min recorded presentation, an in-person PGx case-based workshop, and a live international PGx Conference hosted by the University of Minnesota COP and attendance at our PGx Extension of Community Health Outcomes (ECHO). Results: Twenty-nine pharmacists applied for the initial year of the program, with 12 (41%) being accepted. Four (33%) practiced in a hospital setting, four (33%) in retail pharmacy, two (17%) in managed care, and two (17%) in other areas. The majority had not implemented a PGx program as part of their practice, although nearly all responded definitely or probably yes when asked if they expected their organization to increase its use of PGx testing services over the next three years. All participants either strongly or somewhat agreed that this program helped them identify how and where to access clinical PGx guidelines and literature and improved their ability to read and interpret PGx test results. Eight participants (67%) strongly or somewhat agreed that they expected to increase the number of PGx consultations in their practice, while ten (83%) strongly or somewhat agreed they would be able to apply what they learned in this program to their practice in the next six months to a year. Discussion: This novel PGx training program focused exclusively on pharmacists in rural and/or underserved areas with a delivery method that could be accomplished conveniently and remotely. Although most participants' organizations had yet to implement PGx testing routinely, most anticipated this to change in the next few years.
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- Jacob T. Brown
- Pharmacy Practice and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, Duluth, MN, United States,*Correspondence: Jacob T. Brown,
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- Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology, University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Pharmaceutical Care and Health Systems, University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Medicinal Chemistry, University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology, University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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Gawronski BE, Cicali EJ, McDonough CW, Cottler LB, Duarte JD. Exploring perceptions, knowledge, and attitudes regarding pharmacogenetic testing in the medically underserved. Front Genet 2023; 13:1085994. [PMID: 36712853 PMCID: PMC9880414 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2022.1085994] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Accepted: 12/28/2022] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Introduction: Pharmacogenetic testing may hold promise in addressing health disparities, as medically underserved patients appear to be prescribed medications with pharmacogenetic guidelines at higher rates. While routine clinical implementation of testing in medically underserved populations has not yet been achieved, using patient perspectives to inform implementation should increase the likelihood of success. The aim of this study was to assess the perceptions, knowledge, and attitudes regarding pharmacogenetic testing in medically underserved patients. Methods: We developed a survey instrument to assess respondent views on pharmacogenetic testing. The survey instrument was developed through a process of literature review, expert input, iterative pilot testing, and final refinement. The survey instrument was fielded to US adults with an estimated household income of $42,000 per year or less. Results: During the survey instrument development, 59 pilot testers provided 133 comments which lead to 38 revisions to the survey instrument. The nationwide survey resulted in 1,060 respondents, of which half (49.8%) reported having no health insurance or being on Medicaid. Most patients (78.9%) had not previously heard of pharmacogenetic testing. After being provided an explanation of pharmacogenetic testing, 60.5% were very or moderately interested in receiving testing if there were no cost and 75.8% of respondents agreed or strongly agreed that pharmacogenetic testing should be available to help with medication selection regardless of cost. Respondents shared that their greatest concern with pharmacogenetic testing was that the test would cost them money, which was expressed by over half (52.7%). This was followed by concerns that the results could reveal a risk for a disease, could affect health insurance, and would not improve care. Discussion: Our results indicate a strong interest in pharmacogenetic testing and identify key perceptions, attitudes, concerns, and potential barriers that can be addressed as pharmacogenetic testing is clinically implemented in medically underserved patient populations.
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- Brian E. Gawronski
- Department of Pharmacotherapy and Translational Research, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
- Center for Pharmacogenomics and Precision Medicine, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy and Translational Research, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
- Center for Pharmacogenomics and Precision Medicine, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy and Translational Research, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
- Center for Pharmacogenomics and Precision Medicine, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology, College of Public Health and Health Professions and College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy and Translational Research, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
- Center for Pharmacogenomics and Precision Medicine, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
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Mehtar M, Hammoud SH, Amin MEK. An objective evaluation of fundamental pharmacogenomics knowledge among pharmacists and pharmacy students. Saudi Pharm J 2022; 30:1765-1772. [PMID: 36601506 PMCID: PMC9805969 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsps.2022.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2022] [Accepted: 10/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Introduction Possessing a correct and comprehensive foundation on the science of pharmacogenomics (PGx) is an important prerequisite for pharmacists to successfully apply pharmacogenomic testing to patient care. While some work has addressed general PGx knowledge among pharmacists, little research has specifically focused on PGx foundational knowledge. This study examines the level of foundational knowledge of PGx and interest in learning about PGx among community pharmacists and first-year pharmacy students at Beirut Arab University (BAU), Beirut, Lebanon. Methods A cross-sectional survey was self-administered to community pharmacists within a random sample of community pharmacies in Beirut, Lebanon, and to first-year BAU pharmacy students. The knowledge component of the instrument consisted of 25 items, each worth one point, addressing fundamental PGx information. The validity and internal consistency of the designed instrument were tested among the study population. Correlation analysis was carried out between aggregate knowledge and key variables for participating pharmacists. Results Of 150 approached pharmacists, 137 (91 %) participated and of 132 pharmacy students, 131 (99 %) participated. The average knowledge score for community pharmacists was 15 (Standard Deviation = 4) out of a possible total of 25 with the total number of correct answers ranging from 8 to 24 out of 25 questions. The average score for pharmacy students was 17 (Standard Deviation = 5) out of a possible total of 25 with the total number of correct answers ranging from 5 to 24. Pharmacists' age and years of practice were associated with a lower aggregate knowledge score (r = -0.20; p < 0.05 and r = -0.21; p < 0.05), respectively. Pharmacists' interest in learning about PGx varied whereas 62 % were either interested or very interested in learning about PGx. Students' interest, however, was higher with 70 % being either interested or very interested. Specific PGx topics of interest to participants were highlighted. Conclusion This study identified areas where PGx foundational knowledge was acceptable and others where significant opportunities for improvement exist. These results add to the rapidly expanding field of pharmacogenomics education and practice in relation to pharmacy. In particular, these findings have significant implications for planning pharmacogenomics-related educational activities targeting current and future pharmacists.
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- Mira Mehtar
- Beirut Arab University, Faculty of Pharmacy, P.O. Box: 11 5020, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Beirut Arab University, Faculty of Pharmacy, P.O. Box: 11 5020, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Alamein International University, Faculty of Pharmacy, AlAlamein City Main Road, Matrouh, Egypt,Corresponding author.
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Chen C, Roberts MH, Raisch DW, Thompson TA, Bachyrycz A, Borrego ME. Preferences for pharmacogenomic testing in polypharmacy patients: a discrete choice experiment. Per Med 2022; 19:535-548. [PMID: 36317592 PMCID: PMC10859042 DOI: 10.2217/pme-2022-0056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Aim: To elicit preferences for pharmacogenomic (PGx) testing in polypharmacy patients. Materials & methods: A face-to-face discrete choice experiment survey was designed and administered to adult polypharmacy patients recruited at a local retail pharmacy in Albuquerque (NM, USA). Results: A total of 128 eligible polypharmacy patients completed the discrete choice experiment survey and significantly preferred a PGx test with lower cost, better confidentiality and higher certainty of identifying best medication/dose and side effects and one that can be used to advocate for their treatment needs (all p < 0.01). Conclusion: This is the first study eliciting preferences for PGx testing among polypharmacy patients. The study found most polypharmacy patients were willing to take a PGx test and their preferences were mostly influenced by test cost.
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- Cheng Chen
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Center for Translational & Policy Research on Precision Medicine (TRANSPERS), University of California, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA
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- College of Pharmacy, The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131, USA
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- College of Pharmacy, The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131, USA
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- College of Pharmacy, The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131, USA
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- College of Pharmacy, The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131, USA
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- College of Pharmacy, The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131, USA
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Haidar CE, Crews KR, Hoffman JM, Relling MV, Caudle KE. Advancing Pharmacogenomics from Single-Gene to Preemptive Testing. Annu Rev Genomics Hum Genet 2022; 23:449-473. [PMID: 35537468 PMCID: PMC9483991 DOI: 10.1146/annurev-genom-111621-102737] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Pharmacogenomic testing can be an effective tool to enhance medication safety and efficacy. Pharmacogenomically actionable medications are widely used, and approximately 90-95% of individuals have an actionable genotype for at least one pharmacogene. For pharmacogenomic testing to have the greatest impact on medication safety and clinical care, genetic information should be made available at the time of prescribing (preemptive testing). However, the use of preemptive pharmacogenomic testing is associated with some logistical concerns, such as consistent reimbursement, processes for reporting preemptive results over an individual's lifetime, and result portability. Lessons can be learned from institutions that have implemented preemptive pharmacogenomic testing. In this review, we discuss the rationale and best practices for implementing pharmacogenomics preemptively.
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- Cyrine E Haidar
- Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, USA; , , , ,
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- Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, USA; , , , ,
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- Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, USA; , , , ,
- Office of Quality and Safety, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, USA; , , , ,
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- Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, USA; , , , ,
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Albalwy F, McDermott JH, Newman WG, Brass A, Davies A. A blockchain-based framework to support pharmacogenetic data sharing. THE PHARMACOGENOMICS JOURNAL 2022; 22:264-275. [PMID: 35869255 DOI: 10.1038/s41397-022-00285-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2021] [Revised: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 07/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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The successful implementation of pharmacogenetics (PGx) into clinical practice requires patient genomic data to be shared between stakeholders in multiple settings. This creates a number of barriers to widespread adoption of PGx, including privacy concerns related to the storage and movement of identifiable genomic data. Informatic solutions that support secure and equitable data access for genomic data are therefore important to PGx. Here we propose a methodology that uses smart contracts implemented on a blockchain-based framework, PGxChain, to address this issue. The design requirements for PGxChain were identified through a systematic literature review, identifying technical challenges and barriers impeding the clinical implementation of pharmacogenomics. These requirements included security and privacy, accessibility, interoperability, traceability and legal compliance. A proof-of-concept implementation based on Ethereum was then developed that met the design requirements. PGxChain's performance was examined using Hyperledger Caliper for latency, throughput, and transaction success rate. The findings clearly indicate that blockchain technology offers considerable potential to advance pharmacogenetic data sharing, particularly with regard to PGx data security and privacy, large-scale accessibility of PGx data, PGx data interoperability between multiple health care providers and compliance with data-sharing laws and regulations.
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- F Albalwy
- Department of Computer Science, Kilburn Building, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL, UK. .,Department of Computer Science, College of Computer Science and Engineering, Taibah University, Madinah, Saudi Arabia. .,Division of Informatics, Imaging and Data Sciences, Stopford Building, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL, UK.
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- Manchester Centre for Genomic Medicine, St Mary's Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, M13 9WL, UK.,Division of Evolution Infection and Genomics, School of Biological Sciences, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- Manchester Centre for Genomic Medicine, St Mary's Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, M13 9WL, UK.,Division of Evolution Infection and Genomics, School of Biological Sciences, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- Department of Computer Science, Kilburn Building, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL, UK.,Division of Informatics, Imaging and Data Sciences, Stopford Building, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL, UK
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- Division of Informatics, Imaging and Data Sciences, Stopford Building, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL, UK
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Sakon CM, Tillman EM. Pharmacogenomics: a tool to improve medication safety and efficacy in patients with cystic fibrosis. Pharmacogenomics 2022; 23:559-556. [PMID: 35670256 DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2022-0025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Cystic fibrosis is a genetic, multiorgan system disease that involves the use of many medications to control symptoms associated with the underlying condition. Many of these medications have Clinical Pharmacogenetics Implementation Consortium evidence-based guidelines for pharmacogenomics that are available to guide dosing. The aim of this article is to review relevant literature and evaluate the utility of preemptive pharmacogenomics testing for persons with cystic fibrosis and propose a pharmacogenomics panel that could be considered standard of care for persons with cystic fibrosis.
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- Colleen M Sakon
- Pharmacy Department, Indiana University Health, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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Hayashi M, Mahmoud SH, Hamdy DA. The Efficacy of a Didactic and Case-Based Pharmacogenomics Education Program on Improving the Knowledge and Confidence of Alberta Pharmacists. Pharmgenomics Pers Med 2022; 15:409-427. [PMID: 35496350 PMCID: PMC9045709 DOI: 10.2147/pgpm.s348851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2022] [Accepted: 04/03/2022] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Background Pharmacogenomics (PGx) is the study of how genetic variations for functional proteins, such as metabolizing enzymes and drug receptors, impact drug pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. In theory, pharmacists are well suited to utilize PGx in tailoring medications to patient genetics when providing medication therapy management services. However, PGx education needs to reach pharmacists prior to implementation. The aim of this study is to develop and evaluate a PGx course for pharmacists. Methods A PGx education program was created and offered synchronously (virtual) and asynchronously (self-study) to pharmacists in Alberta, Canada. Lectures were delivered by experts live (virtual) with a question-and-answer period for synchronous sessions. These sessions were recorded for asynchronous delivery. Six case studies were discussed in large and small groups (“breakout rooms”) in synchronous sessions, and provided for self-study in the asynchronous subgroup. Topics included genetic and PGx concepts; therapeutic applications; ethical, legal, and social considerations; and practical implementation. Pre- and post-course surveys measured self-rated knowledge using a 5-point Likert Scale and tested objective knowledge with a graded quiz. Results Thirty-six pharmacists completed the course and both surveys. Participants reported backgrounds in community (88.9%) and hospital (38.9%) practice. Prior education in PGx was reported by 44.4% from degree programs and 27.8% from continuing education. Overall responses to statements about confidence in PGx moved from a median of “Disagree” at baseline to “Agree” after receiving PGx education (2-point difference [1,2] on 5-point Likert Scale; p < 0.001), indicating an increase in self-assessed competency in PGx. Likewise, mean participant grades on the knowledge quiz improved (20.8±21.9% pre-course vs 70.2±19.1% post-course, p < 0.001). There was no difference in these results between synchronous and asynchronous groups. Conclusion A didactic and case-based PGx education program was effective at increasing pharmacist knowledge and confidence in PGx in both synchronous and asynchronous environments. Knowledge gained can be utilized in delivery of patient-centered, personalized medication therapy management in the pharmacy setting.
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- Meagan Hayashi
- Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada.,AbEx Health Services LTD, Fort, Saskatchewan, AB, Canada.,AbEx Pharmacy Beaumont Ltd, Beaumont, AB, Canada
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Bousman CA, Oomen A, Jessel CD, Tampi RR, Forester BP, Eyre HA, Lavretsky H, Müller DJ. Perspectives on the Clinical Use of Pharmacogenetic Testing in Late-Life Mental Healthcare: A Survey of the American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry Membership. Am J Geriatr Psychiatry 2022; 30:560-571. [PMID: 34740522 DOI: 10.1016/j.jagp.2021.09.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2021] [Revised: 09/28/2021] [Accepted: 09/29/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To assess perspectives on pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing among members of the American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP). DESIGN Cross-sectional survey. PARTICIPANTS Members of the AAGP. MEASUREMENTS Anonymous web-based survey consisting of 41 items covering experiences, indications, barriers, facilitators and ethical, legal and social implications for PGx testing. RESULTS A total of 124 surveys were completed (response rate = 13%). Most respondents (60%) had used PGx testing but an equal proportion (58%) was uncertain about the clinical usefulness of PGx testing in late-life mental health. Despite self-reported confidence in the ability to order and interpret PGx testing, 60% of respondents felt there was not enough clinical evidence for them to use PGx testing in their practice. This was compounded by uncertainties related to their ethical obligation and legal liability when interpreting and using (or not using) PGx testing results. Respondents strongly affirmed that clinical and legal guidelines for PGx testing in older adults are needed and would be helpful. CONCLUSION The findings suggest additional PGx research and physician education in late-life mental healthcare settings is required to reconcile uncertainties related to the clinical efficacy and ethico-legal aspects of PGx testing as well as address current knowledge barriers to testing uptake. These efforts would be further facilitated by the development of clinical practice guidelines to ensure equitable access to testing and standardized implementation of PGx-informed prescribing in older adults.
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- Chad A Bousman
- Department of Medical Genetics, University of Calgary (CAB), Calgary, AB, Canada; Department of Psychiatry, University of Calgary (CAB), Calgary, AB, Canada; Department of Physiology & Pharmacology, University of Calgary (CAB), Calgary, AB, Canada; Alberta Children's Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary (CAB, AO), Calgary, AB, Canada; Hotchkiss Brain Institute, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary (CAB, CDJ), Calgary, AB, Canada.
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- Alberta Children's Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary (CAB, AO), Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Hotchkiss Brain Institute, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary (CAB, CDJ), Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University (RRT), Cleveland, OH; Department of Psychiatry, Yale School of Medicine (RRT), New Haven, CT
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- Division of Geriatric Psychiatry, McLean Hospital (BPF), Belmont, MA; Harvard Medical School (BPF), Boston, MA
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- Neuroscience-inspired Policy Initiative, Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) and PRODEO Institute (HAE), Paris, France; Institute for Mental Health and Physical Health and Clinical Translation (IMPACT), Deakin University (HAE), Geelong, Victoria, Australia; Global Brain Health Institute, University of California, San Francisco and Trinity College Dublin (HAE), Dublin, Ireland; Department of Psychiatry, Baylor College of Medicine (HAE), Houston, TX
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- Department of Psychiatry, Semel Institute for Neuroscience, University of California Los Angeles (HL), Los Angeles, CA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto (DJM), Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto (DJM), Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Martin JL, Lee YM, Corbin LW, Colson R, Aquilante CL. Patients' perspectives of a pharmacist-provided clinical pharmacogenomics service. Pharmacogenomics 2022; 23:463-474. [PMID: 35469451 DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2022-0013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Aim: To assess the perspectives and experiences of patients who participated in a pharmacist-provided clinical pharmacogenomics (PGx) service. Methods: We conducted individual semistructured interviews with 16 patients who received a pharmacist-provided PGx service. Qualitative data were analyzed to identify pertinent themes. Results: The major themes identified were: heterogeneity of patient PGx experiences and preferences, pharmacists as appropriate providers of PGx services, considerations regarding the use of PGx results in routine healthcare, and perceived applications of PGx testing. Theme-derived considerations included the need to establish appropriate pre-genotyping expectations, individualize patient education, facilitate collaboration with patients' providers and sustainably update patients' PGx information over time. Conclusion: Patient-specific perspectives such as these are important to consider when providing clinical PGx services, with intention of optimizing patient experiences.
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- James L Martin
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Colorado, Skaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, CO 80045, USA
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado, Skaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, CO 80045, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO 80045, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO 80045, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Colorado, Skaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, CO 80045, USA
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Allen JD, Pittenger AL, Bishop JR. A Scoping Review of Attitudes and Experiences with Pharmacogenomic Testing among Patients and the General Public: Implications for Patient Counseling. J Pers Med 2022; 12:jpm12030425. [PMID: 35330430 PMCID: PMC8953117 DOI: 10.3390/jpm12030425] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2022] [Revised: 03/02/2022] [Accepted: 03/03/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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The use of pharmacogenomic (PGx) tests is increasing, but there are not standard approaches to counseling patients on their implications or results. To inform approaches for patient counseling, we conducted a scoping review of published literature on patient experiences with PGx testing and performed a thematic analysis of qualitative and quantitative reports. A structured scoping review was conducted using Joanna Briggs Institute guidance. The search identified 37 articles (involving n = 6252 participants) published between 2010 and 2021 from a diverse range of populations and using a variety of study methodologies. Thematic analysis identified five themes (reasons for testing/perceived benefit, understanding of results, psychological response, impact of testing on patient/provider relationship, concerns about testing/perceived harm) and 22 subthemes. These results provide valuable context and potential areas of focus during patient counseling on PGx. Many of the knowledge gaps, misunderstandings, and concerns that participants identified could be mitigated by pre- and post-test counseling. More research is needed on patients’ PGx literacy needs, along with the development of a standardized, open-source patient education curriculum and the development of validated PGx literacy assessment tools.
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- Josiah D. Allen
- Department of Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA;
- Medigenics Consulting, LLC, Minneapolis, MN 55407, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Care and Health Systems, College of Pharmacy, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA;
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA;
- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Medical School, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
- Correspondence:
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Pearce A, Terrill B, Alffenaar JW, Patanwala S, Kummerfeld S, Day R, Young MA, Stocker S. Pharmacogenomic testing: perception of clinical utility, enablers and barriers to adoption in Australian hospitals. Intern Med J 2022; 52:1135-1143. [PMID: 35191159 PMCID: PMC9541847 DOI: 10.1111/imj.15719] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2021] [Revised: 02/01/2022] [Accepted: 02/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Background Despite healthcare professionals (HCP) endorsing the clinical utility of pharmacogenomics testing, use in clinical practice is limited. Aims To assess HCP' perceptions of pharmacogenomic testing and identify barriers to implementation. Methods HCP involved in prescribing decisions at three hospitals in Sydney, Australia, were invited to participate. The online survey assessed perceptions of pharmacogenomic testing, including: (i) demographic and practice variables; (ii) use, knowledge and confidence; (iii) perceived benefits; (iv) barriers to implementation; and (v) operational and/or system changes and personnel required to implement on site. Results HCP were predominantly medical practitioners (75/107) and pharmacists (25/107). HCP perceived pharmacogenomic testing was beneficial to identify reasons for drug intolerance (85/95) and risk of side‐effects (86/95). Although testing was considered relevant to their practice (79/100), few HCP (23/100) reported past or intended future use (26/100). Few HCP reported confidence in their ability to identify indications for pharmacogenomic testing (14/107), order tests (19/106) and communicate results with patients (16/107). Lack of clinical practice guidelines (62/79) and knowledge (54/77) were identified as major barriers to implementation of pharmacogenomics. Comprehensive reimbursement for testing and clinical practice guidelines, alongside models‐of‐care involving multidisciplinary teams and local clinical champions were suggested as strategies to facilitate implementation of pharmacogenomic testing into practice. Conclusions Pharmacogenomic testing was considered important to guide drug selection and dosing decisions. However, limited knowledge, low confidence and an absence of guidelines impede the use of pharmacogenomic testing. Establishment of local resources including multidisciplinary models‐of‐care was suggested to facilitate implementation of pharmacogenomics.
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- Angela Pearce
- Kinghorn Centre for Clinical Genomics, Garvan Institute of Medical Research, Darlinghurst, Sydney, Australia
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- Kinghorn Centre for Clinical Genomics, Garvan Institute of Medical Research, Darlinghurst, Sydney, Australia.,St Vincent's Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- Sydney Pharmacy School, Faculty of Medicine & Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.,Westmead Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Sydney Pharmacy School, Faculty of Medicine & Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.,Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Kinghorn Centre for Clinical Genomics, Garvan Institute of Medical Research, Darlinghurst, Sydney, Australia.,St Vincent's Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- St Vincent's Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia.,Department of Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology, St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Kinghorn Centre for Clinical Genomics, Garvan Institute of Medical Research, Darlinghurst, Sydney, Australia.,St Vincent's Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- St Vincent's Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia.,Sydney Pharmacy School, Faculty of Medicine & Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.,Department of Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology, St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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Qureshi S, Latif A, Condon L, Akyea RK, Kai J, Qureshi N. Understanding the barriers and enablers of pharmacogenomic testing in primary care: a qualitative systematic review with meta-aggregation synthesis. Pharmacogenomics 2022; 23:135-154. [PMID: 34911350 PMCID: PMC8759425 DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2021-0131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Introduction: Pharmacogenomic testing can indicate which drugs may have limited therapeutic action or lead to adverse effects, hence guiding rational and safe prescribing. However, in the UK and other countries, there are still significant barriers to implementation of testing in primary care. Objective: This systematic review presents the barriers and enablers to the implementation of pharmacogenomics in primary care setting. Materials & methods: MEDLINE, EMBASE, PsycINFO and CINAHL databases were searched through to July 2020 for studies that reported primary qualitative data of primary care professionals and patient views. Following screening, data extraction and quality assessment, data synthesis was undertaken using meta-aggregation based on the theoretical domain's framework (TDF). Confidence in the synthesized findings relating to credibility and dependability was established using CONQual. Eligible papers were categorized into six TDF domains - knowledge; social and professional roles; behavioral regulation; beliefs and consequences; environmental context and resources; and social influences. Results: From 1669 citations, eighteen eligible studies were identified across seven countries, with a sample size of 504 participants including both primary care professionals and patients. From the data, 15 synthesized statements, all with moderate CONQual rating emerged. These categories range from knowledge, awareness among Primary Care Physicians and patients, professional relationships, negative impact of PGx, belief that PGx can reduce adverse drug reactions, clinical evidence, cost-effectiveness, informatics, reporting issues and social issues. Conclusion: Through use of TDF, fifteen synthesized statements provide policymakers with valuable recommendations for the implementation of pharmacogenomics in primary care. In preparation, policymakers need to consider the introduction of effective educational strategies for both PCPs and patients to raise knowledge, awareness, and engagement. The actual introduction of PGx will require reorganization with decision support tools to aid use of PGx in primary care, with a clear delegation of roles and responsibilities between general professionals and pharmacists supplemented by a local pool of experts. Furthermore, policy makers need to address the cost effectiveness of pharmacogenomics and having appropriate infrastructure supporting testing and interpretation including informatic solutions for utilizing pharmacogenomic results.
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- Sadaf Qureshi
- NHS Derby & Derbyshire Clinical Commissioning Group, Medicines Management,10 Nottingham Road, Derby, DE1 3QT, UK,Author for correspondence:
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- School of Health Sciences, University Park, University of Nottingham, NG2 7RD, UK
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- Primary Care Stratified Medicine Research Group (PRISM), School of Medicine, University Park, University of Nottingham, NG2 7RD, UK
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- Primary Care Stratified Medicine Research Group (PRISM), School of Medicine, University Park, University of Nottingham, NG2 7RD, UK
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- Primary Care Stratified Medicine Research Group (PRISM), School of Medicine, University Park, University of Nottingham, NG2 7RD, UK
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- Primary Care Stratified Medicine Research Group (PRISM), School of Medicine, University Park, University of Nottingham, NG2 7RD, UK
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Zhang J, Qi G, Han C, Zhou Y, Yang Y, Wang X, Liu S, Zhang X. The Landscape of Clinical Implementation of Pharmacogenetic Testing in Central China: A Single-Center Study. Pharmgenomics Pers Med 2021; 14:1619-1628. [PMID: 34934339 PMCID: PMC8684419 DOI: 10.2147/pgpm.s338198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2021] [Accepted: 12/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Purpose Pharmacogenetic testing is recognized as the major method for the individualized pharmacotherapy in clinical pharmacy practice, but information about the clinical implementation of pharmacogenetic testing in China is limited. The present study aimed to determine the situation of clinical implementation for pharmacogenetic testing in central China. Methods The study is conducted in the department of clinical pharmacy in The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China. We collected and analyzed pharmacogenetic testing results from November 1, 2013 to November 2, 2018 in our hospital, which were checked in the electronic medical record system. The main outcome measures were the number and type of pharmacogenetic testing across five years. Results A total of 47,265 (56.9% male, mean age = 51.5 years) pharmacogenetic testing results were obtained with an average annual rate of growth of 63.0% across five years. A 50.2% (23,748/47,265) of all the pharmacogenetic testing results were for the determination of cytochrome P450 2C19 (CYP2C19) *2, *3 genotypes, and 41.7% were for the methylene tetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) C677T genotype. The number of departments performing the pharmacogenetic testing was 35, 63, 55, 52, 52 and 39 for 2013–2018, respectively, and the main top five departments were cardiology, psychiatry, ICU, cardiac surgery and intervention. Conclusion Clinical implementation of pharmacogenetic testing in China is growing rapidly, but the types and implementing departments of pharmacogenetic testing were limited. Our present study reported the real-world implementation modality of pharmacogenomic tests in China. It will help us to understand the testing of pharmacogenetics in China in order to promote the rational development of pharmacogenetics.
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- Jingmin Zhang
- Department of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China.,Henan Key Laboratory for Precision Clinical Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China.,Henan Key Laboratory for Precision Clinical Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China.,Henan Key Laboratory for Precision Clinical Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China.,Henan Key Laboratory for Precision Clinical Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China.,Henan Key Laboratory for Precision Clinical Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Newborn Screening Center, Department of Pediatrics, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China.,Henan Key Laboratory for Precision Clinical Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, People's Republic of China
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Hansen JM, Nørgaard JDSV, Kälvemark Sporrong S. A systematic review of pharmacogenetic testing in primary care: Attitudes of patients, general practitioners, and pharmacists. Res Social Adm Pharm 2021; 18:3230-3238. [PMID: 34996718 DOI: 10.1016/j.sapharm.2021.12.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2021] [Revised: 12/08/2021] [Accepted: 12/08/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Pharmacogenetic testing enhances patient safety by improving medical treatment and reducing side effects. It has shown potential in both primary and secondary care. However, implementation in healthcare, particularly in primary care, is slow. OBJECTIVE The objective was to review articles published on the attitudes towards, and knowledge on pharmacogenetic testing in primary care, among general practitioners, pharmacists, and patients. METHODS The review was performed according to the PRISMA checklist. A systemized literature search was followed by a 2-step screening process. Apart from the content of articles being within the scope of the review, inclusion criteria included: articles in English; primary research articles; qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods. Content analysis was conducted as a qualitative meta-synthesis. The methodological rigor of included articles was assessed. RESULTS Fifteen studies were included. The analysis resulted in the following main themes: i) benefits of pharmacogenetic testing, ii) barriers to pharmacogenetic testing, iii) pharmacists' role in pharmacogenetic counselling, and iv) pharmacists' knowledge on pharmacogenetics. Methodological rigor was generally medium/high. CONCLUSIONS More studies are needed in this area, and there is a need for more education on pharmacogenetic testing for healthcare professionals. Issues like patient autonomy, economy, and access to tests also need to be addressed.
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- Johanne Mølby Hansen
- Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen, Universitetsparken 2, 2100, København Ø, Denmark.
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen, Universitetsparken 2, 2100, København Ø, Denmark; Capital Region Hospital Pharmacy, North Zealand Hospitals, Denmark.
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen, Universitetsparken 2, 2100, København Ø, Denmark; Department of Pharmacy, Uppsala University, Box 580, 751 23, Uppsala, Sweden.
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Wright JA, Moyer AM, Sutton J, Chaney AJ, Nicholson WT, El Melik RM, Matey ET, Bielinski SJ, Mara K, Black JL, Caraballo PJ. Pharmacogenomics testing in patients with liver transplant and potential impact on prospective management. Pharmacogenomics 2021; 22:1177-1183. [PMID: 34747639 DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2021-0076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Aim: Pharmacogenomics (PGx) tests are performed on whole-blood or saliva specimens. In patients with a transplanted liver, PGx results may be discordant with hepatic drug metabolizing enzyme activity. We evaluate the incidence and impact of PGx testing in liver transplant recipients, detail potential errors and describe clinical decision support (CDS) solution implemented. Materials & methods: A retrospective cohort study of liver transplant recipients at Mayo Clinic who underwent PGx testing between 1 January 1996 and 7 October 2019 were characterized. Impact of a CDS solution was evaluated. Results: There were 129 PGx tests in 117 patients. PGx testing incidence increased before (per year incidence rate ratio = 1.45, 95% CI: 1.20-1.74, p < 0.001) and after transplant (incidence rate ratio = 1.48, 95% CI: 1.27-1.72, p < 0.001). Three erroneous PGx tests were avoided 6 months following CDS implementation. Conclusion: Incidence of PGx testing in liver transplant recipients is increasing, leading to erroneous therapeutic decisions. CDS interventions and education are needed to prevent errors.
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- Jessica A Wright
- Department of Pharmacy Services, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.,Center for Individualized Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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- Department of Information Technology, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA
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- Department of Transplant, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL 32224, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Services, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.,Center for Individualized Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Services, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.,Center for Individualized Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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- Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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- Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.,Executive Director of Strategic Expansion, Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Abu Dhabi, UAE
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- Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.,Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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Bright DR, Petry N, Roath E, Gibb T. Engaging pharmacogenomics in pain management and opioid selection. Pharmacogenomics 2021; 22:927-937. [PMID: 34521258 DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2021-0044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Opioid misuse and mismanagement has been a public health crisis for several years. Pharmacogenomics (PGx) has been proposed as another tool to enhance opioid selection and optimization, with recent studies demonstrating successful implementation and outcomes. However, broad engagement with PGx for opioid management is presently limited. The purpose of this article is to highlight a series of barriers to PGx implementation within the specific context of opioid management. Areas of advancement needed for more robust pharmacogenomic engagement with opioids will be discussed, including clinical and economic research needs, education and training needs, policy and public health considerations, as well as legal and ethical issues. Continuing efforts to address these issues may help to further operationalize PGx toward improving opioid use.
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- David R Bright
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ferris State University College of Pharmacy, 220 Ferris Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, College of Health Professions, North Dakota State University, PO Box 6050, Fargo, ND 58108, USA.,Sanford Imagenetics, 1321 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA
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- SpartanNash, 1550 Gezon Parkway, Wyoming, MI 49509, USA
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- Department of Medical Ethics, Humanities, & Law, Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine, Western Michigan University, 1000 Oakland Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, USA
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Linder JE, Bastarache L, Hughey JJ, Peterson JF. The Role of Electronic Health Records in Advancing Genomic Medicine. Annu Rev Genomics Hum Genet 2021; 22:219-238. [PMID: 34038146 PMCID: PMC9297710 DOI: 10.1146/annurev-genom-121120-125204] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Recent advances in genomic technology and widespread adoption of electronic health records (EHRs) have accelerated the development of genomic medicine, bringing promising research findings from genome science into clinical practice. Genomic and phenomic data, accrued across large populations through biobanks linked to EHRs, have enabled the study of genetic variation at a phenome-wide scale. Through new quantitative techniques, pleiotropy can be explored with phenome-wide association studies, the occurrence of common complex diseases can be predicted using the cumulative influence of many genetic variants (polygenic risk scores), and undiagnosed Mendelian syndromes can be identified using EHR-based phenotypic signatures (phenotype risk scores). In this review, we trace the role of EHRs from the development of genome-wide analytic techniques to translational efforts to test these new interventions to the clinic. Throughout, we describe the challenges that remain when combining EHRs with genetics to improve clinical care.
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- Jodell E Linder
- Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee 37203, USA;
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- Department of Biomedical Informatics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee 37203, USA; , ,
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- Department of Biomedical Informatics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee 37203, USA; , ,
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- Department of Biomedical Informatics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee 37203, USA; , ,
- Department of Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee 37203, USA
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Wake DT, Smith DM, Kazi S, Dunnenberger HM. Pharmacogenomic Clinical Decision Support: A Review, How-to Guide, and Future Vision. Clin Pharmacol Ther 2021; 112:44-57. [PMID: 34365648 PMCID: PMC9291515 DOI: 10.1002/cpt.2387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2021] [Accepted: 07/28/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Clinical decision support (CDS) is an essential part of any pharmacogenomics (PGx) implementation. Increasingly, institutions have implemented CDS tools in the clinical setting to bring PGx data into patient care, and several have published their experiences with these implementations. However, barriers remain that limit the ability of some programs to create CDS tools to fit their PGx needs. Therefore, the purpose of this review is to summarize the types, functions, and limitations of PGx CDS currently in practice. Then, we provide an approachable step‐by‐step how‐to guide with a case example to help implementers bring PGx to the front lines of care regardless of their setting. Particular focus is paid to the five “rights” of CDS as a core around designing PGx CDS tools. Finally, we conclude with a discussion of opportunities and areas of growth for PGx CDS.
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- Dyson T Wake
- Mark R. Neaman Center for Personalized Medicine, NorthShore University HealthSystem, Evanston, Illinois, USA
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- MedStar Health, Columbia, Maryland, USA.,Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA
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- Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA.,National Center for Human Factors in Healthcare, MedStar Health Research Institute Washington, Washington, DC, USA
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- Mark R. Neaman Center for Personalized Medicine, NorthShore University HealthSystem, Evanston, Illinois, USA
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Jarrar Y, Musleh R, Hamdan A, Ghanim M. Evaluation of the need for pharmacogenomics testing among physicians in the West Bank of Palestine. Drug Metab Pers Ther 2021; 36:289-294. [PMID: 34821126 DOI: 10.1515/dmpt-2021-0121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2021] [Accepted: 04/19/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Pharmacogenomics (PGx) testing optimizes pharmacotherapy and reduces interindividual variation in drug responses. However, it is still not implemented in clinical practice in the West Bank of Palestine (WBP). The aim of this study was to determine the need for PGx education and testing among physicians from different specialties in WBP. METHODS This study used a cross-sectional survey that was administered to 381 physicians from different cities in WBP. The questionnaire consisted of 27 closed-ended questions that evaluate the exposure and attitude toward PGx education, the role of PGx testing in clinical practice, and the capabilities of physicians in PGx testing. RESULTS It was found that exposure to PGx education is low, with most of the respondents (81.1%) answering that PGx was not an integral part of their medical education. The majority (>90%) of the participants agreed that PGx should be included in the medical school curriculum. It was also found that 58.5% of the participants agreed that PGx testing is relevant to their current clinical practice. In addition, most of the participant physicians (>60%) think that they are currently not capable of prescribing and making decisions for pharmacotherapy based on PGx testing. CONCLUSIONS It is concluded that there is a high need for PGx education and implementation in clinical practice in WBP. We recommend adding PGx courses to the curricula of medical schools and going forward with the implementation of PGx testing in clinical practice in WBP.
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- Yazun Jarrar
- Department of Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Allied and Applied Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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Jarrar Y, Musleh R, Hamdan A, Ghanim M. Evaluation of the need for pharmacogenomics testing among physicians in the West Bank of Palestine. Drug Metab Pers Ther 2021; 0:dmdi-2021-0121. [PMID: 34087962 DOI: 10.1515/dmdi-2021-0121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2021] [Accepted: 04/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Pharmacogenomics (PGx) testing optimizes pharmacotherapy and reduces interindividual variation in drug responses. However, it is still not implemented in clinical practice in the West Bank of Palestine (WBP). The aim of this study was to determine the need for PGx education and testing among physicians from different specialties in WBP. METHODS This study used a cross-sectional survey that was administered to 381 physicians from different cities in WBP. The questionnaire consisted of 27 closed-ended questions that evaluate the exposure and attitude toward PGx education, the role of PGx testing in clinical practice, and the capabilities of physicians in PGx testing. RESULTS It was found that exposure to PGx education is low, with most of the respondents (81.1%) answering that PGx was not an integral part of their medical education. The majority (>90%) of the participants agreed that PGx should be included in the medical school curriculum. It was also found that 58.5% of the participants agreed that PGx testing is relevant to their current clinical practice. In addition, most of the participant physicians (>60%) think that they are currently not capable of prescribing and making decisions for pharmacotherapy based on PGx testing. CONCLUSIONS It is concluded that there is a high need for PGx education and implementation in clinical practice in WBP. We recommend adding PGx courses to the curricula of medical schools and going forward with the implementation of PGx testing in clinical practice in WBP.
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- Yazun Jarrar
- Department of Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Allied and Applied Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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Tillman EM, Beavers CJ, Afanasjeva J, Momary KM, Strnad KG, Yerramilli A, Williams AM, Smith BA, Florczykowski B, Fahmy M. Current and future state of clinical pharmacist‐led precision medicine initiatives. JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CLINICAL PHARMACY 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/jac5.1447] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- American College of Clinical Pharmacy Lenexa Kansas USA
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Rodriguez Cairoli F, Appiani F, Sambade JM, Comandé D, Camacho Arteaga L, Ciapponi A. Efficacy and safety of opioid therapy guided by pharmacogenetics: a systematic review. Pharmacogenomics 2021; 22:573-586. [PMID: 34013775 DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2021-0021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Aim: To perform a systematic review to determine the efficacy/safety of PGx-guided opioid therapy for chronic/postoperative pain. Materials & methods: We searched PubMed and other specialized databases. Articles were considered if they compared the efficacy/safety of PGx-guided opioid therapy versus usual care. The risk of bias assessment was performed using Cochrane tools. Results: A total of 3794 records were retrieved. Only five were included for data extraction. A lower requirement of analgesics during postoperative in the PGx-guided intervention arm was reported in two studies. Also, two studies reported significant pain improvement in favor of the PGx-guided therapy when analyzing the subgroup of patients with a high-risk CYP2D6 phenotype. Conclusion: Despite the findings described, information on the efficacy/safety of this intervention is scarce.
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- Federico Rodriguez Cairoli
- Instituto de Efectividad Clínica y Sanitaria (IECS), Dr. Emilio Ravignani, Buenos Aires, 2024 (C1014CPV), Argentina.,Neuropsychopharmacology Unit, Pharmacology Division, Hospital de Clínicas José de San Martín, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Neuropsychopharmacology Unit, Pharmacology Division, Hospital de Clínicas José de San Martín, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Servicio de Clínica Médica, Hospital "Prof. Dr. Bernardo Houssay" Asociado a la Universidad de Buenos Aires, Municipalidad de Vicente Lopez, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Instituto de Efectividad Clínica y Sanitaria (IECS), Dr. Emilio Ravignani, Buenos Aires, 2024 (C1014CPV), Argentina
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacology, University Hospital Hall d' Hebron, Barcelona, Spain
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- Instituto de Efectividad Clínica y Sanitaria (IECS), Dr. Emilio Ravignani, Buenos Aires, 2024 (C1014CPV), Argentina
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Luczak T, Brown SJ, Armbruster D, Hundertmark M, Brown J, Stenehjem D. Strategies and settings of clinical pharmacogenetic implementation: a scoping review of pharmacogenetics programs. Pharmacogenomics 2021; 22:345-364. [PMID: 33829852 DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2020-0181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Pharmacogenetic (PGx) literature has shown beneficial outcomes in safety, efficacy and cost when evidence-based gene-drug decision making is incorporated into clinical practice. PGx programs with successfully implemented clinical services have been published in a variety of settings including academic health centers and community practice. The primary objective was to systematically scope the literature to characterize the current trends, extent, range and nature of clinical PGx programs. Forty articles representing 19 clinical PGx programs were included in analysis. Most programs are in urban, academic institutions. Education, governance and workflow were commonly described while billing/reimbursement and consent were not. This review provides an overview of current PGx models that can be used as a reference for institutions beginning the implementation process.
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- Tiana Luczak
- Department of Pharmacy Practice & Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Minnesota, College of Pharmacy, Duluth, MN 55812, USA.,Essentia Health, Duluth, MN 55805, USA
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- Health Sciences Libraries, University of Minnesota, MN 55455, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice & Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Minnesota, College of Pharmacy, Duluth, MN 55812, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice & Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Minnesota, College of Pharmacy, Duluth, MN 55812, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice & Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Minnesota, College of Pharmacy, Duluth, MN 55812, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice & Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Minnesota, College of Pharmacy, Duluth, MN 55812, USA
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Stancil SL, Berrios C, Abdel-Rahman S. Adolescent perceptions of pharmacogenetic testing. Pharmacogenomics 2021; 22:335-343. [PMID: 33849282 PMCID: PMC8173518 DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2020-0177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2020] [Accepted: 03/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Background: Despite the expansion of pharmacogenetics (PGx), the views of pediatric patients remain unknown. This study explores adolescents' understanding and perceptions of PGx testing. Methods: Adolescents who had PGx testing were interviewed and their electronic health records were reviewed. Results: Adolescents accurately described reason for testing and most felt the results impacted their current and future care. None perceived risks to securing future employment or insurance. All felt PGx would benefit their peers. Conclusion: Adolescents understand the reasons for PGx and perceive testing to be useful, low risk and applicable to peers. Findings from this study advocate for the inclusion of adolescents in shared decision-making regarding testing and for active engagement in the discussion of results.
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- Stephani L Stancil
- Division of Adolescent Medicine, Children’s Mercy Kansas City, MO 64108, USA
- Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Toxicology & Therapeutic Innovation, Children’s Mercy Kansas City, MO 64108, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, MO 64108, USA
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- Genomic Medicine Center, Children’s Mercy Kansas City, MO 64108, USA
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- Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Toxicology & Therapeutic Innovation, Children’s Mercy Kansas City, MO 64108, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, MO 64108, USA
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Liko I, Corbin L, Tobin E, Aquilante CL, Lee YM. Implementation of a pharmacist-provided pharmacogenomics service in an executive health program. Am J Health Syst Pharm 2021; 78:1094-1103. [PMID: 33772264 DOI: 10.1093/ajhp/zxab137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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PURPOSE We describe the implementation of a pharmacist-provided pharmacogenomics (PGx) service in an executive health program (EHP) at an academic medical center. SUMMARY As interest in genomic testing grows, pharmacists have the opportunity to advance the use of PGx in EHPs, in collaboration with other healthcare professionals. In November 2018, a pharmacist-provided PGx service was established in the EHP at the University of Colorado Hospital. The team members included 3 physicians, a pharmacist trained in PGx, a registered dietitian/exercise physiologist, a nurse, and 2 medical assistants. We conducted 4 preimplementation steps: (1) assessment of the patient population, (2) selection of a PGx test, (3) establishment of a visit structure, and (4) selection of a billing model. The PGx consultations involved two 1-hour visits. The first visit encompassed pretest PGx education, review of the patient's current medications and previous medication intolerances, and DNA sample collection for genotyping. After this visit, the pharmacist developed a therapeutic plan based on the PGx test results, discussed the results and plan with the physician, and created a personalized PGx report. At the second visit, the pharmacist reviewed the PGx test results, personalized the PGx report, and discussed the PGx-guided therapeutic plan with the patient. Overall, the strategy worked well; minor challenges included evaluation of gene-drug pairs with limited PGx evidence, communication of information to non-EHP providers, scheduling issues, and reimbursement. CONCLUSION The addition of a PGx service within an EHP was feasible and provided pharmacists the opportunity to lead PGx efforts and collaborate with physicians to expand the precision medicine footprint at an academic medical center.
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- Ina Liko
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, CO,USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO,USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, CO,USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, CO,USA
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, CO,USA
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Chapdelaine A, Lamoureux-Lamarche C, Poder TG, Vasiliadis HM. Sociodemographic factors and beliefs about medicines in the uptake of pharmacogenomic testing in older adults. Pharmacogenomics 2021; 22:125-135. [PMID: 33601907 DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2020-0077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Aim: To assess the impact of sociodemographic factors and beliefs about medicines on the uptake of pharmacogenomic testing in older adults in a public healthcare system. Materials & methods: Data are based on a sample of 347 primary care older adults. Results: Most respondents (90%) were willing to provide a saliva sample and 47% were willing to pay for it. Increased age (odds ratio: 0.91; p = 0.04) and negative beliefs about the harmfulness of medicines (odds ratio: 0.68; p = 0.02) were associated with a decreased willingness to provide a sample. Lower education (less than university, odds ratio: 0.54; p = 0.04) was associated with a decreased willingness to pay. Conclusion: Education and beliefs about medicines are important factors in the acceptability of pharmacogenomic testing in older adults.
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- Alexandra Chapdelaine
- PRIMUS Research Group, Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences, Université de Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
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- Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences, Université de Sherbrooke, QC, Canada.,Charles-Le Moyne - Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean Innovations in Health Research Center (CR-CSIS), Université de Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
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- School of Public Health, Université de Montreal, QC, Canada.,Centre de recherche de l'Institut universitaire en santé mentale de Montréal, Université de Montréal, QC, Canada
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- Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences, Université de Sherbrooke, QC, Canada.,Charles-Le Moyne - Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean Innovations in Health Research Center (CR-CSIS), Université de Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
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Ward KM, Taubman DS, Pasternak AL, Burghardt KJ, Ellingrod VL, Parikh SV. Teaching psychiatric pharmacogenomics effectively: Evaluation of a novel interprofessional online course. JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CLINICAL PHARMACY 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/jac5.1381] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Kristen M. Ward
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy University of Michigan Ann Arbor Michigan USA
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy University of Michigan Ann Arbor Michigan USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Wayne State University Detroit Michigan USA
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy University of Michigan Ann Arbor Michigan USA
- Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine University of Michigan Ann Arbor Michigan USA
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- Department of Psychiatry University of Michigan Ann Arbor Michigan USA
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Mufwambi W, Stingl J, Masimirembwa C, Manasa J, Nhachi C, Stadler N, Mwila C, Kalungia AC, Mukosha M, Mutiti CS, Kamoto A, Kaonga P, Godman B, Munkombwe D. Healthcare Professionals' Knowledge of Pharmacogenetics and Attitudes Towards Antimicrobial Utilization in Zambia: Implications for a Precision Medicine Approach to Reducing Antimicrobial Resistance. Front Pharmacol 2021; 11:551522. [PMID: 33510634 PMCID: PMC7835886 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2020.551522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2020] [Accepted: 11/25/2020] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Introduction: Sub-Saharan Africa and other low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) have the highest rates of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) driven by high rates of antimicrobial utilization. This is a concern as AMR appreciably increases morbidity, mortality and costs. Pharmacogenetics (PGx) and precision medicine are emerging approaches to combat AMR. Consequently, as a first step there is a need to assess AMR knowledge and attitudes, and knowledge of PGx, among healthcare professionals and use the findings to guide future interventions. Methodology: We conducted a cross-sectional study involving 304 healthcare professionals at tertiary hospitals in Lusaka, Zambia. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was used to analyze relationships among latent variables. Results: Overall correctness of answers concerning AMR among healthcare professionals was 60.4% (7/11). Knowledge of pharmacogenetics was low (38%). SEM showed that high AMR knowledge score correlated with a positive attitude toward combating AMR (p < 0.001). Pharmacists had relatively higher AMR knowledge scores (mean = 7.67, SD = 1.1), whereas nurses had lower scores (mean = 5.57, SD = 1.9). A minority of respondents [31.5% (n = 95)] indicated that poor access to local antibiogram data promoted AMR, with the majority [56.5% (n = 190)] responding that poor adherence to prescribed antimicrobials can lead to AMR. Pharmacists had the highest scores for attitude (mean = 5.60, SD = 1.6) whereas nurses had the lowest scores (mean = 4.02, SD = 1.4). Conclusion: AMR knowledge and attitudes, as well as knowledge on PGx among healthcare professionals in Zambia, is sub-optimal and has the potential to affect the uptake of precision medicine approaches to reduce AMR rates. Educational and positive behavioral change interventions are required to address this and in future, we will be seeking to introduce these to improve the use of antimicrobials.
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- Webrod Mufwambi
- Department of Pharmacy, School of Health Sciences, University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia
- African Institute of Biomedical Science and Technology, Harare, Zimbabwe
- University of Zimbabwe, College of Health Sciences, Harare, Zimbabwe
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- RWTH University Hospital Aachen, Aachen, Germany
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- African Institute of Biomedical Science and Technology, Harare, Zimbabwe
- University of Zimbabwe, College of Health Sciences, Harare, Zimbabwe
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- University of Zimbabwe, College of Health Sciences, Harare, Zimbabwe
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- Research Division, Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Pharmacy, School of Health Sciences, University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia
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- Department of Pharmacy, School of Health Sciences, University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia
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- African Institute of Biomedical Science and Technology, Harare, Zimbabwe
- University of Zimbabwe, College of Health Sciences, Harare, Zimbabwe
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- African Institute of Biomedical Science and Technology, Harare, Zimbabwe
- University of Zimbabwe, College of Health Sciences, Harare, Zimbabwe
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia
- Tropical Gastroenterology and Nutrition Group, School of Medicine, University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia
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- Division of Public Health Pharmacy and Management, School of Pharmacy, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Rankuwa, South Africa
- Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
- Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- Department of Pharmacy, School of Health Sciences, University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia
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Johengen EK, Ward KM, Coe AB, Pasternak AL. Assessing the knowledge, perceptions, and practices of primary care clinicians toward pharmacogenetics. JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CLINICAL PHARMACY 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/jac5.1341] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Michigan Medicine Ann Arbor Michigan USA
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy University of Michigan College of Pharmacy Ann Arbor Michigan USA
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy University of Michigan College of Pharmacy Ann Arbor Michigan USA
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- Michigan Medicine Ann Arbor Michigan USA
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy University of Michigan College of Pharmacy Ann Arbor Michigan USA
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Bright D, Saadeh C, DeVuyst-Miller S, Sohn M, Choker A, Langerveld A. Pharmacist Consult Reports to Support Pharmacogenomics Report Interpretation. PHARMACOGENOMICS & PERSONALIZED MEDICINE 2020; 13:719-724. [PMID: 33328756 PMCID: PMC7735940 DOI: 10.2147/pgpm.s276687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2020] [Accepted: 10/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Background The clinical implementation of pharmacogenomics (PGx) has often involved teams that include pharmacists. PGx laboratories often provide baseline information within the laboratory report that is based on Food and Drug Administration and Clinical Pharmacogenomics Implementation Consortium guidance, but information is often provided independent of concurrent disease states or medication use, among other clinical factors. Major challenges to widescale implementation of PGx include lack of physician experience or confidence in interpreting the data. The purpose of this paper is to describe how pharmacists can help further personalize PGx information and identify clinical recommendations for a given patient. Methods This work was performed as a secondary objective of a study evaluating genetic biomarkers of opioid addiction risk. This portion of the study utilized a descriptive analysis of pharmacist consult reports that consist of individualized, patient-level clinical recommendations that take into account current medications, current health conditions, and PGx data. A panel of 60 common PGx targets were tested among patients being treated for chronic pain or opioid use disorder (OUD). A pharmacist consult report was generated and compared with standard laboratory reporting of general PGx information. Results Of the 252 patients, PGx reports for 198 (78.6%) contained red and/or yellow clinical decision support flags for medications with actionable or informative PGx guidance for currently prescribed medications. Pharmacists recommended modifications to current prescriptions for 31 (53%) of the patients with actionable flags and 17 (12%) of the patients with informative flags. Drug classes most commonly included medications for cardiology, depression and anxiety, pain (opioids) and gastrointestinal management. Taken together, 24.2% of the actionable and informative flags had immediate clinical value based on the pharmacist’s review. An additional 217 (86%) received one or more clinical recommendations not related to PGx. Conclusion While PGx provides another opportunity for pharmacotherapy personalization, PGx data must be considered within the context of other patient-specific factors. Pharmacists were able to streamline the PGx report flags and identify other pharmacotherapy interventions following application of patient-specific data, thereby developing a brief report of recommendations for the patient’s prescriber(s). Engaging clinical pharmacists in the PGx clinical decision process may help to facilitate more widespread PGx implementation.
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- David Bright
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ferris State University College of Pharmacy, Big Rapids, MI 49307, USA
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- Ferris State University College of Pharmacy, Big Rapids, MI 49307, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ferris State University College of Pharmacy, Big Rapids, MI 49307, USA
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Eichmeyer J, Rogers S, Formea CM, Giri J, Jones J, Schnettler E, Schmidlen T, Glogowski E, Kurz RN. PARC report: a perspective on the state of clinical pharmacogenomics testing. Pharmacogenomics 2020; 21:809-820. [DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2019-0193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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In this Perspective, the authors discuss the state of pharmacogenomics testing addressing a number of advances, challenges and barriers, including legal ramifications, changes to the regulatory landscape, coverage of testing and the implications of direct-to-consumer genetic testing on the provision of care to patients. Patient attitudes toward pharmacogenomics testing and associated costs will play an increasingly important role in test acquisition and subsequent utilization in a clinical setting. Additional key steps needed include: further research trials demonstrating clinical utility and cost–effectiveness of pharmacogenetic testing, evidence review to better integrate genomic information into clinical practice guidelines in target therapeutic areas to help providers identify patients that may benefit from pharmacogenetic testing and engagement with payers to create a path to reimbursement for pharmacogenetic tests that currently have sufficient evidence of clinical utility. Increased adoption of testing by payers and improved reimbursement practices will be needed to overcome barriers, especially as the healthcare landscape continues to shift toward a system of value-based care.
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- Jennifer Eichmeyer
- School of Allied Health Sciences, Boise State University, Boise, ID 83725, USA
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- American Society of Pharmacovigilance, Houston, TX 77225, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Services, Intermountain Healthcare, Salt Lake City, UT 84123, USA
- Center for Individualized Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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- Center for Individualized Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Dallas, TX 75216, USA
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- Genomic Medicine Institute, Geisinger, Danville, PA 17822, USA
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- Department of Health Policy and Management, Fielding School of Public Health, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA
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Liko I, Lai E, Griffin RJ, Aquilante CL, Lee YM. Patients’ Perspectives on Psychiatric Pharmacogenetic
Testing. PHARMACOPSYCHIATRY 2020; 53:256-261. [DOI: 10.1055/a-1183-5029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Introduction There is growing interest to adopt pharmacogenetic (PGx)
testing in psychiatric medicine, despite mixed views regarding its clinical
utility. Nevertheless, providers are utilizing PGx testing among patients
with mental health disorders. This study sought to assess genotyped
patients’ perspectives and experiences with psychiatric PGx
testing.
Methods Individual semi-structured interviews were conducted among
patients with depression who had undergone psychiatric PGx testing. The
audio-recorded interviews were transcribed and analyzed inductively and
deductively for salient themes.
Results Twenty patients (100% Caucasian, 60% female,
mean age 39±18 years) were interviewed. The majority of the PGx
tests were provider-initiated for patients who failed multiple
pharmacotherapies (50%) and/or had medication intolerances
(45%). Patients’ pre-testing expectations ranged from
hopefulness to indifference to skepticism. Their post-testing experiences
varied from optimism to disappointment, with the perceived value of the test
influenced by the results and cost of the test.
Discussion Genotyped patients had mixed perspectives, expectations,
and experiences with psychiatric PGx testing. Their perceived value of the
test was influenced by the test outcomes and its cost.
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- Ina Liko
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Colorado, Skaggs
School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, Colorado,
USA
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- University of Colorado, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical
Sciences, Aurora, Colorado, USA
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- University of Colorado Johnson Depression Center, Aurora, Colorado,
USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Colorado, Skaggs
School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, Colorado,
USA
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado, Skaggs School
of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Aurora, Colorado, USA
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Roman YM, Dixon DL, Salgado TM, Price ET, Zimmerman KM, Sargent L, Slattum PW. Challenges in pharmacotherapy for older adults: a framework for pharmacogenomics implementation. Pharmacogenomics 2020; 21:627-635. [PMID: 32425117 DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2019-0198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Older adults are at high risk for inappropriate prescribing, developing polypharmacy, adverse drug events and poor treatment outcomes due to multimorbidity and geriatric syndromes. Pharmacogenomics could allow healthcare professionals to provide optimal patient care while minimizing the risk of adverse drug events and simplifying complex medication regimens. The implementation of pharmacogenomics in geriatrics medicine requires a broad multilayered bottom-up approach. These include curriculum redesign, rethinking experiential education and patient and provider education. There are barriers associated with adopting pharmacogenomics into clinical practice. These barriers may include economic factors, workflow and informatics support. However, addressing these barriers primarily requires creating a culture of innovative practices in patient care, ongoing interprofessional continuing education and an interdisciplinary approach for patient care.
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- Youssef M Roman
- Department of Pharmacotherapy & Outcomes Science, School of Pharmacy, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 23298, USA
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy & Outcomes Science, School of Pharmacy, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 23298, USA.,Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation, Richmond, VA 23298, USA
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy & Outcomes Science, School of Pharmacy, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 23298, USA.,Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation, Richmond, VA 23298, USA
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy & Outcomes Science, School of Pharmacy, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 23298, USA.,Institute for Inclusion, Inquiry & Innovation (iCubed): Health & Wellness in Aging Populations Core, Richmond, VA 23298, USA
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy & Outcomes Science, School of Pharmacy, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 23298, USA.,Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation, Richmond, VA 23298, USA
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- School of Nursing, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 232398, USA
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy & Outcomes Science, School of Pharmacy, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 23298, USA
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Pharmacogenomic (PGx) Counseling: Exploring Participant Questions about PGx Test Results. J Pers Med 2020; 10:jpm10020029. [PMID: 32340147 PMCID: PMC7354504 DOI: 10.3390/jpm10020029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2020] [Revised: 04/17/2020] [Accepted: 04/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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As pharmacogenomic (PGx) use in healthcare increases, a better understanding of patient needs will be necessary to guide PGx result delivery. The Coriell Personalized Medicine Collaborative (CPMC) is a prospective study investigating the utility of personalized medicine. Participants received online genetic risk reports for 27 potentially actionable complex diseases and 7 drug–gene pairs and could request free, telephone-based genetic counseling (GC). To explore the needs of individuals receiving PGx results, we conducted a retrospective qualitative review of inquiries from CPMC participants who requested counseling from March 2009 to February 2017. Eighty out of 690 (12%) total GC inquiries were focused on the discussion of PGx results, and six salient themes emerged: “general help”, “issues with drugs”, “relevant disease experience”, “what do I do now?”, “sharing results”, and “other drugs”. The number of reported medications with a corresponding PGx result and participant engagement were significantly associated with PGx GC requests (p < 0.01 and p < 0.02, respectively). Our work illustrates a range of questions raised by study participants receiving PGx test results, most of which were addressed by a genetic counselor with few requiring referrals to prescribing providers or pharmacists. These results further support a role for genetic counselors in the team-based approach to optimal PGx result delivery.
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Smith DM, Peshkin BN, Springfield TB, Brown RP, Hwang E, Kmiecik S, Shapiro R, Eldadah Z, Lundergan C, McAlduff J, Levin B, Swain SM. Pharmacogenetics in Practice: Estimating the Clinical Actionability of Pharmacogenetic Testing in Perioperative and Ambulatory Settings. Clin Transl Sci 2020; 13:618-627. [PMID: 31961467 PMCID: PMC7214646 DOI: 10.1111/cts.12748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2019] [Accepted: 11/17/2019] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Most literature describing pharmacogenetic implementations are within academic medical centers and use single‐gene tests. Our objective was to describe the results and lessons learned from a multisite pharmacogenetic pilot that utilized panel‐based testing in academic and nonacademic settings. This was a retrospective analysis of 667 patients from a pilot in 4 perioperative and 5 outpatient cardiology clinics. Recommendations related to 12 genes and 65 drugs were classified as actionable or not actionable. They were ascertained from Clinical Pharmacogenetics Implementation Consortium (CPIC) guidelines and US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) labeling. Patients displayed a high prevalence of actionable results (88%, 99%) and use of medications (28%, 46%) with FDA or CPIC recommendations, respectively. Sixteen percent of patients had an actionable result for a current medication per CPIC compared with 5% per FDA labeling. A systematic approach by a health system may be beneficial given the quantity and diversity of patients affected.
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- D Max Smith
- MedStar Health, Columbia, Maryland, USA.,Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA
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- Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA
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- MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC, USA
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- MedStar Cardiology Associates, LLC, Leonardtown, Maryland, USA
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- MedStar Health, Columbia, Maryland, USA.,Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA
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Weitzel KW, Duong BQ, Arwood MJ, Owusu-Obeng A, Abul-Husn NS, Bernhardt BA, Decker B, Denny JC, Dietrich E, Gums J, Madden EB, Pollin TI, Wu RR, Haga SB, Horowitz CR. A stepwise approach to implementing pharmacogenetic testing in the primary care setting. Pharmacogenomics 2019; 20:1103-1112. [PMID: 31588877 PMCID: PMC6854439 DOI: 10.2217/pgs-2019-0053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2019] [Accepted: 07/29/2019] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Pharmacogenetic testing can help identify primary care patients at increased risk for medication toxicity, poor response or treatment failure and inform drug therapy. While testing availability is increasing, providers are unprepared to routinely use pharmacogenetic testing for clinical decision-making. Practice-based resources are needed to overcome implementation barriers for pharmacogenetic testing in primary care.The NHGRI's IGNITE I Network (Implementing GeNomics In pracTicE; www.ignite-genomics.org) explored practice models, challenges and implementation barriers for clinical pharmacogenomics. Based on these experiences, we present a stepwise approach pharmacogenetic testing in primary care: patient identification; pharmacogenetic test ordering; interpretation and application of test results, and patient education. We present clinical factors to consider, test-ordering processes and resources, and provide guidance to apply test results and counsel patients. Practice-based resources such as this stepwise approach to clinical decision-making are important resources to equip primary care providers to use pharmacogenetic testing.
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- Kristin Wiisanen Weitzel
- Department of Pharmacotherapy & Translational Research, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy, Nemours/Alfred I DuPont Hospital for Children, Wilmington, DE 19803, USA
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy & Translational Research, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
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- The Charles Bronfman Institute for Personalized Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY 10029, USA
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- The Charles Bronfman Institute for Personalized Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY 10029, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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- Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA
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- Department of Medicine & Biomedical Informatics, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN 37232, USA
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy & Translational Research, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy & Translational Research, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
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- National Human Genome Research Institute, Division of Genomic Medicine, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
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- Department of Medicine & Epidemiology & Public Health, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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- Center for Applied Genomics & Precision Medicine, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC 27708, USA
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- Center for Applied Genomics & Precision Medicine, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC 27708, USA
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- Department of Health Policy & Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY 10029, USA
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