The project aims to evaluate the telephone genetic counselling service offering BRCA1/2 testing for women with high-grade serous ovarian cancer.
In particular, this study aims to examine women’s beliefs about the acceptability and feasibility of the service and its impact on decision-making regarding genetic testing. Specifically, the survey will investigate the impact of telephone genetic counselling on informed decision-making, decision-regret, psychological distress and satisfaction with the genetic counsellor interaction. In addition, the study aims to determine women’s reasons for using the telephone service over other options (e.g., attending a Familial Cancer Centre or Genetics Service for a face-to-face appointment) and identify potential barriers to accessing genetic health services experienced by women with ovarian cancer.
FUNDING
NHMRC
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR/S
CONTACT DETAILS
Ms Joanne McKinley
Research Coordinator
Phone: 03 8559 6195
Email: [email protected]
