'We really need genetics and genomics to be brought into the mainstream of healthcare.'

Highly regarded Geneticist, Professor Ingrid Winship AO discusses the dynamic world of genomics and how a genetic test may impact you and your family.

Drawing on her decades of experience Professor Winship provides practical information to help unpack the complexities of genetics that empowers people to make informed decisions.

“What we do is about empowering people, trying to prevent predictable complications and keep healthy people healthy and genomics, genetic testing, genetic counselling, risk assessment and risk management are the cornerstones of that kind of preventative strategy.”

Professor Winship discusses approaching genetics in a wholistic way and the importance of informed consent and the role genetic counsellors play in ensuring everyone understands, and is comfortable with the process.

“The most important part of what we do is to be person focused – in genetics we extend this to the family.'