Genomic medicine is transforming treatment and care for people affected by pancreatic cancer. Watch this session to find out everything you need to know about genomic medicine in pancreatic cancer and get guidance on how you can start to explore genomics in your own practice.
We were joined by specialist nurses and a genetic counsellor who explored what genomic medicine looks like in practice, with examples from someone with lived experience. They also shared practical tips and guidance on how to increase awareness and the accessibility of genomics in your local practice.
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An introduction to genomic medicine in pancreatic cancer – Matilda Bradford, PhD, SW GMS Genetic Counselling Lead for Cancer and Lecturer in Genomic Medicine, Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Genomic medicine in practice – Hayley Turner, HPB CNS, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Lived experience - Emma's story
Emma, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2024, shares her experience of finding out her and many of her relatives carry the BRCA2 gene, her journey with breast and then pancreatic cancer and the influential impact her genetics and accessing genomic medicine has had on her treatment journey so far.
Emma talks openly about the challenges she has faced and shares a key message she’d like health professionals to take away from hearing her story.
View the video of Emma sharing her experience
Watch the recordings
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- 09.00 – 09.05 – Welcome – Lynne McCallum, Specialist Pancreatic Cancer Nurse, Pancreatic Cancer UK
- 09.05 – 09.35 – An introduction to genomic medicine in pancreatic cancer – Matilda Bradford, SW GMS Genetic Counselling Lead for Cancer and Lecturer in Genomic Medicine, Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- 09.35 – 09.50 – Q&A with Matilda Bradford
- 09.50 – 10.00 – Lived experience video
- 10.00 – 10.30 – Genomic medicine in practice – Hayley Turner, HPB CNS, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
- 10.30 -10.45 – Q&A with Hayley Turner
- 10.45 – Close
Learning Outcomes
- A clear understanding of what genomic medicine is and how this is used in pancreatic cancer.
- Understand the impact of genomic medicine on the care and treatment for someone with a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer.
- Increase confidence in talking to patients, families and health professionals about the role of genomics in pancreatic cancer care.
- Increase knowledge and understanding of the role you can play in improving care for pancreatic cancer patients through genomic medicine.
Who is this session for?
This session is suitable for all health professionals who support and care for people with pancreatic cancer. It is particularly relevant to nurses, CNSs, oncology teams, consultants, genetic counsellors and GPs.
Our speakers
Chair:
- Lynne McCallum – Specialist Pancreatic Cancer Nurse, Pancreatic Cancer UK
Speakers:
- Matilda Bradford – PhD, SW GMS Genetic Counselling Lead for Cancer and Lecturer in Genomic Medicine, Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Hayley Turner – HPB CNS, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at: hpnetwork@pancreaticcancer.org.uk
