Please join us for Grand Rounds in Family Medicine on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, to be held via Microsoft TEAMS (webinar) from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Presentation: Newborn Genomic Screening in Ontario: Are we ready?
Presenter: Chitra Prasad, FRCPC FCCMG, Professor Paediatrics (Section of Genetics and Metabolism), Department of Pediatrics, London Health Sciences Centre, Western University
Session learning objectives:
At the conclusion of these Grand Rounds, participants will be able to
- Recognize the historical and current expanded newborn screening.
- Describe the value of DNA based newborn screening programs in unique populations.
- List the benefits of fast-track newborn screening for disorders such as Maple Syrup Urine disease.
- Explain how Genomic newborn screening can be used to augment modern screening methods while adhering to foundational principles of screening.
25% interaction will be included (Q&A)
To ensure your attendance is recorded, please email [email protected]. Sheena in turn will send you the electronic evaluation form for completion.
An electronic appointment has been sent to your calendar and the details are also below.
Microsoft Teams meeting
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