Showing papers by "Michael L. Power published in 2000"
TL;DR: Gynecologists were more knowledgeable about genetic issues pertaining to breast and ovarian cancer than to other cancers or certain adult-onset disorders and training appeared to increase knowledge.
58 citations
TL;DR: For obstetrician-gynecologists to keep pace with the rapid changes in genetics, further education and assimilation of genetics into the routine office practice will need to occur.
Abstract: Our objective was to describe gynecologists' current practice patterns and opinions on genetic screening and their perceived importance of genetic screening within individual practices. A questionnaire survey was sent to 1248 American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) Fellows, of whom 564 (45%) responded. Results from the 428 respondents providing genetic screening for heritable diseases or disorders are reported. Forty-four percent of respondents believe advances in the treatment of genetic diseases are likely in the next 10 years. Currently, however, genetics in gynecological practice receives infrequent attention. Twenty-four percent of respondents do not routinely review family histories at gynecological visits, 39% rate genetic issues as last among priorities in the office, and only 14% obtain consent for the DNA tests that they initiate. Although 21.3% identified themselves as sole providers of genetic information and counseling to their patients, most (65.4%) note they are not confident o...
51 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the authors assess obstetrician-gynecologists' knowledge of and clinical practice concerning folate and find that physicians who screen their patients for folate intake are more likely to counsel pregnant patients about diet.
31 citations