The Effects of a Genetic Counseling Educational Program on Hereditary Breast Cancer for Korean Healthcare Providers.
10.4048/jbc.2013.16.3.335
- Author:
Jihyoun LEE
1
;
Hyung Jung CHO
;
Han Wook YOO
;
Sue K PARK
;
Jae Jeong YANG
;
Sung Won KIM
;
Eunyoung KANG
;
Sei Hyun AHN
;
Soo Jung LEE
;
Young Jin SUH
;
Sung Yong KIM
;
Eun Kyu KIM
;
Nan Mo MOON
;
Min Hyuk LEE
Author Information
1. Department of Surgery, Soonchunhyang University Seoul Hospital, Seoul, Korea. min@sch.ac.kr
- Publication Type:Original Article
- Keywords:
Breast neoplasms;
Education;
Genetic counseling;
Hereditary neoplastic syndromes
- MeSH:
Breast;
Breast Neoplasms;
Certification;
Counseling;
Delivery of Health Care;
Genetic Counseling;
Health Personnel;
Humans;
Korea;
Neoplastic Syndromes, Hereditary;
Occupations;
Surveys and Questionnaires
- From:Journal of Breast Cancer
2013;16(3):335-341
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
PURPOSE: Systematic educational programs and genetic counseling certification courses for hereditary breast/ovarian cancer (HBOC) have not yet been introduced in Korea. We provided and evaluated the effects of genetic counseling education on Korean healthcare providers' knowledge, awareness, and counseling skills for patients at high risk of HBOC. METHODS: A 3-day educational program was conducted for healthcare providers who were interested in genetic counseling for patients at high risk of HBOC. Participants who completed a knowledge test and satisfaction questionnaire were included in the present sample. Pre-post comparisons were conducted to determine the effects of the intervention. RESULTS: Significant differences between preprogram and postprogram knowledge scores were observed (p=0.002). Awareness (p<0.001) and confidence (p<0.001) regarding genetic counseling significantly increased after the training. Doctors and participants with fewer years of work experience performed well on the knowledge test. Previous educational experience was correlated with increased confidence in knowledge and counseling skills. CONCLUSION: Genetic counseling education regarding HBOC improved knowledge and awareness of HBOC and enhanced confidence in the counseling process. The effects varied according to occupation and participants' previous education. The implementation of systematic educational programs that consider participant characteristics may improve the effects of such interventions.
