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Podcast: Demystifying Genetics
Episode: How Genetic Counseling Is Evolving Beyond Hospital Walls. Demystifying Genetics with Lauren Giannetti Sferrazza
Description: Lauren Giannetti-Sferrazza, a genetic counselor from New Jersey, shares her journey transitioning from clinical practice to industry and discusses the evolution of genetic counseling roles. Throughout the conversation, she offers insights into balancing professional responsibilities and personal experience as a pregnant genetic counselor preparing for childbirth.
• Clinical burnout as a catalyst for moving to industry positions
• Shifting perceptions of industry roles from "the dark side" to valuable career paths
• Potential for broader patient impact through industry versus direct clinical care
• Balance between job security in public health versus higher compensation in industry
• Implementing gender-inc...