From Evidence to Action: The Role of Genetic Counselors in Guideline Development

Join us for a high-level overview of how NSGC develops its Practice Guidelines and Practice Resources, documents that shape evidence-based genetic counseling practice. Members of the Practice Guideline Committee (PGC), an experienced methodologist, and a guideline author will walk attendees through NSGC's rigorous process from topic selection all the way through publication and implementation. This session will also explore real-world examples of guideline implementation and policy impact, collaborative efforts with other professional organizations, and opportunities for engagement with the PGC. Whether you're interested in becoming an author, joining the committee, or simply understanding how NSGC's documents inform clinical care, this webinar offers valuable insight into NSGC's approach to evidence-based guidance development.

Presented by: 

NSGC Practice Guideline Committee Committee
Ashley Svenson, MS, CGC
Rebecca Freeman, MS, CGC
Chenery Lowe, ScM, CGC, PhD
Sheena Patel, MPH
Katie Sagaser, MS, LCGC 

Date:

December 3, 2025

Learning Objectives:

1. Recognize major differences between practice guidelines and practice resources, the two main types of documents generated by the Practice Guideline Committee (PGC).
2. Contrast the roles of the PGC, the methodologist, and authors in the development of NSGC practice guidelines.
3. Describe NSGC's current efforts to engage with other professional organizations on external endorsements and joint guidelines.
4. Explain processes that are necessary to ensure trustworthy clinical practice guidelines.
5. Identify a benefit and barrier to guideline implementation in real-world genetic counseling practice. 

Continuing Education Unit Approval:

The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has authorized National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) to offer up to 1 Category 1 contact hours for From Evidence to Action: The Role of Genetic Counselors in Guideline Development. 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