Clinical Genomics - Fundamentals of Variant Interpretation in Clinical Practice (1)

Deadlines

Application and bursary
26 November 2024

The course, first held in 2008, focuses on the scientific principles and tools of genomic analysis and interpretation that underpin clinical practice. It’s designed to equip attendees with the skills required to work in the fast-paced, new era of genomic medicine. Over the course of three days, participants will engage in a framework of guided interactive sessions covering key areas of general variant interpretation, utilising the updated ACMG framework and essential online tools like DECIPHER. Building upon this foundation, the programme will delve into specialist areas such as cancer genetics, cardiac genetics, non-coding variation, CNV analysis, and a protein-centric view of variants. These sessions will include highly interactive workshops, allowing you to learn directly from the experts who are pioneering advancements in these fields. In addition to the rich educational content, this course also offers a rare opportunity to network and collaborate with some of the most distinguished leaders in clinical genetics. The in-person format ensures that you’ll benefit fully from the discussion workshops and networking opportunities, which are integral to the experience.

Target Audience

This advanced course is designed for clinical geneticists (both consultants and trainees). We also welcome applications from other clinicians and clinical scientists who integrate genomic data into their daily practice. This is a residential course, and all participants are requested to attend in person. By doing so, you’ll maximise the benefits of the immersive discussions and gain unique networking opportunities with both peers and field leaders. The 2023 course has been awarded 14 CPD credits by the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom. The application for CPD accreditation for this year’s course is currently in progress.