Genomics is transforming healthcare - and it’s no longer a niche subject. From diagnosis to personalised treatment, genomic knowledge is becoming essential across all clinical roles.
Who are these sessions for?
The 7 regional Genomic Medicine Services have come together to deliver a national series of engaging, accessible and short Lunch & Learn webinars throughout 2025
The webinars are aimed at anyone in a healthcare role — nurses, doctors, AHPs, pharmacists, midwives, and all healthcare professionals with an interest in knowing more about genomics and its relevancy to their clinical practice.
The series has been designed and developed by healthcare professionals, for healthcare professionals.
Upcoming sessions
We have now completed the cycle of Genomics Lunch and Learn sessions for 2025/2026. Details of future sessions will be added to this page in Spring 2026.
Past sessions (with recordings)
2 March 2026: Respiratory Genomics Familial Pneumothorax - Genomic Insights for Clinical Practice
The session included:
- Case presentations of familial pneumothorax
- An overview of this condition, and how to identify it
- Ongoing management of patients and their families, including support available from the Familial Pneumothorax Rare Disease Collaborative Network
25 February 2026: Mental Health and Genomics - Implementing evidenced based practice and reducing health inequalities
This session covered:
- The role of genomic investigations within mental health care
- Insights on how to implement evidence into practice
- Pharmacogenomics in mental health
22 January 2026: Inherited cancer - the role of the nurse
This session included:
- Work in Lynch Syndrome, breast, ovarian and prostate mainstream testing
- Resources to support nurses and midwives
- Next steps on the horizon for inherited cancer care
12 December: Huntingdon's Disease - Care coordination and latest research advancements
This session included:
- Brief overview of Huntington's Disease and its progression
- Patient pathways and care coordination
- Latest research and advanced therapies
27 November: Cardiac Genomics brought to life: A family story
Explore how genomics is applied across the lifespan and the wider family including:
- Diagnosis
- Cascade testing
- Pregnancy considerations
13 October: Genomics in Newborn Screening: The Generation Study
Attendees can expect to learn more about:
- How whole genome sequencing can be used in newborn screening
- Aims and objectives of the generation study
- Understanding how results are used in the study
- How the Generation Study might influence your practice
23 September 2025: Genomic red flags and pregnancy
Session content:
- key genomic ‘red flags’ that can arise during pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period
- why identifying these indicators early is crucial for supporting families, informing clinical decisions, and improving long-term outcomes.
23 July 2025: Practical family history taking for holistic care
Session content:
- the importance of family history in genomics
- reflections on cases in practice
- key takeaways for clinical application and practical skills to integrate genomic insights into practice
17 June 2025: Consent, Ethics & Research Essentials
Session content:
- National Genomic Test Directory
- Consent process
- Ethical issues in genomic testing
- National Genomic Research Library
20 May 2025: What is genomics and why is it relevant to you?
Session content:
- Why genomics matters beyond rare diseases and cancer
- Basics of chromosomes, genes, and inheritance
- How to get started with GEP 101, genomics learning passports, and Master’s modules
- An introduction to the NHS Genomic Medicine Service
