CHD Across the Lifespan: From Conception to Adulthood

Due to incredible surgical advancements over the past several decades, 90 percent of individuals with congenital heart disease (CHD) survive delivery, thrive in childhood and adolescence, and live well into adult years. Complete genetic workup yields a meaningful number of pathogenic variants for patients with CHD, and gene discovery continues apace. The genetic counselor is an important provider throughout all life stages for patients with CHD. This session covers the lifespan of CHD, and highlights the collaboration between genetic counselors and physician providers in their natural environments.

Presented by:
1. Erin Demo, MS, CGC, LGC
2. Kristen Young, MS, CGC
3. Lisa Schlager, MPP
4. Abigail Yesso, MS, CGC
5. Sara Fitzgerald-Butt, MS, CGC
6. Sheetal R. Patel, MD, MSCI
7. Gabrielle C. Geddes, MD
8. Fred 'Rusty' Rodriguez
9. Katherine Salciccioli, MD, FACC  

Learning Objectives:
1. Identify opportunities across the lifespan where genetic counseling can benefit individuals with CHD.
2. Identify varying approaches for screening and diagnostic testing for CHD in the pediatric setting.
3. Identify unique factors for individuals with CHD in adolescence.
4. Describe important landmarks and checklist items for a successful transition from pediatric to adult care.
5. Describe effective collaboration between genetic counselors and geneticist or non-geneticist physicians.
6. Consider benefits and limitations of genetic testing for CHD in the reproductive setting.
7. Assess barriers that exist to multidisciplinary care for CHD patients in various settings.
8. Describe ways that a genetic counselor is an integral part of a fetal health team. 

Continuing Education Unit Approval:
The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has authorized National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) to offer up to 1.6 Category 1 contact hours for CHD Across the Lifespan: From Conception to Adulthood. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) will accept CEUs earned at this program for the purposes of genetic counselor certification and recertification. 

Successful Completion:
1. View recording
2. Pass quiz
3. Complete evaluation