Ethical Considerations in Precision Medicine and Genetic Testing in Internal Medicine Practice: A Position Paper From the American College of Physicians
Lisa Soleymani Lehmann, Lois Snyder Sulmasy, Wylie Burke, Isaac O. Opole, Noel N. Deep, George M. Abraham, Joel R. Burnett, T. Brian Callister, Jan K. Carney, Thomas G. Cooney, Kari L. Esbensen, Joseph J. Fins, Taylor Harp, Amy K. Holbrook, Thomas S. Huddle, Mark LeVine, Kenneth Prager
Abstract
This American College of Physicians position paper aims to inform ethical decision making for the integration of precision medicine and genetic testing into clinical care. Although the positions are primarily intended for practicing physicians, they may apply to other health care professionals and can also inform how health care systems, professional schools, and residency programs integrate genomics into educational and clinical settings. Addressing the challenges of precision medicine and genetic testing will guide ethical and responsible implementation to improve health outcomes.