NHS North Thames Genomic Medicine Service

The North Thames Genomic Medicine Service Alliance (NT GMSA) is looking to recruit a Chief Pharmacist.   This role is for a Chief Pharmacist to provide strategic leadership for pharmacy activity across the North Thames GMS Alliance geography.; this will include supporting mainstreaming genomic, workforce development and representation of NT GMSA at a National Level.   Working half a day a week (0.1WTE), this presents an exciting opportunity for a Chief Pharmacist with relevant expertise to influence the development of the role of pharmacy and pharmacogenomics as we continue to embed the mainstreaming of genomics.   Please find more details in the job description here: https://lnkd.in/eM6_iyGZ   We are happy to accept expressions of interest (EOI) from anyone based in the North Thames geography. Please submit your EOI detailing how you meet the person specification in the job description by 5pm on Wednesday 7th May. Please email your EOI and CV to paul.ryves@gosh.nhs.uk (NT GMSA Programme Director).   #Genomics #CareersinGenomics #NHSJobs #Pharmacist #Pharmacy

Have you spotted the trend of creating dolls generated by AI, we created a genomics careers doll series — each one representing a real role in the world of genomic medicine!   From Clinical Scientists 🧬 to Genetic Technologists 🔬, these dolls highlight the diverse and essential people behind genomics healthcare in the NHS.   👇 Comment below with your own AI doll model or share your favourite!   ➡️ Want to know what these roles actually do? Check out our careers page: https://lnkd.in/eSc2EmhA #Genomics #CareersinGenomics #STEMCareers #HealthcareCareers #AI #DollBoxTrend

Did you spot this amazing genomics news story last week? 👇 https://lnkd.in/eSCShFQw Liz Bancroft, our chief nurse, spoke to us about her role working on the study: “Its been a privilege to work on this research sponsored by The Institute of Cancer Research which has shown that using a genetic test is an effective tool to catch prostate cancer early. Early detection of cancers is crucial for our patients, and our research has shown that genetic testing can be used to identify men at risk of aggressive prostate cancers who need treatment. There is an urgent need for a better prostate cancer screening test than the PSA test, which can fail to detect some prostate cancers.   My role in this research as a nurse at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust was to speak to the participants about their genetic results and take them through the screening and treatment process, as well as lead the write up of the results. I am excited for the next stage of this research which is to offer the test to diverse populations and to younger men to see how this test would work in real life if it was to be approved for future use in the NHS”. Congratulations to Liz and all of the amazing research team that worked on this study!

We recently hosted a powerful and inspiring workshop afternoon on shaping a new North Thames Genomics Medicine Service Equity Strategy! Bringing together a diverse group of voices from across our area of North London, and shaped by some of our Patient, Public and Carer panel, we spent time talking about our principles and key priorities. From how best to help everyone understand the link between genomics and health, developing our workforce fairly, identifying barriers to accessing health systems and peer support, to centring lived experiences and co-creating practical solutions — the discussions were rich, thought-provoking, inclusive and action-oriented. Huge thanks to Shazia Mahamdallie the NTGMS Health Equity Lead for organising and everyone who participated, shared insights, asked challenging questions, and leaned into the work. “Brilliant session – not only did you give the background but everyone felt listened to and valued.” This is only the beginning, but together, we're moving toward a future where genomic medicine and research benefits everyone.   💬 If you're working on equity in genomics or healthcare more broadly and want to find out more about our strategy we’d love to hear from you below or email nt-gmsa@gosh.nhs.uk! #HealthEquity #HPopulationHealth #GenomicMedicine #InclusionInScience #EquityInHealthcare #PrecisionMedicine #Collaboration #InnovationWithPurpose #DiversityInGenomics

Our Genomics Learning Passport for Midwives is now live on the Genomics Education Programme site. The passport, developed by our lead midwife Karen Creed alongside a working group, provides key resources from the basics through to specialist learning. It enables you to create a bespoke record of your genomics learning in the right format for revalidation. More here: https://lnkd.in/emfgbku9

When we speak to young people, we often hear that gaining work experience can be one of the biggest obstacles they face, particularly in scientific careers.  Last week we collaborated with Speakers for Schools, a UK social mobility charity that compliments our goal to bring equitable work experience opportunities to local state schools and colleges, to run our first ever virtual work experience event. During the two-day work experience, 46 year 10 students had the opportunity to hear from our speakers and take on an exciting challenge to build a DNA model using everyday household materials! Out of 29 creative entries, 5 were shortlisted, with Eva Yusupova as the winner.  Congrats Eva, whose model stood out for its understanding of DNA’s chemical structure and biology. Eva presented a lot of complex information using simple materials setting her apart as the overall winner. Amazing work from all participants. Science in action at its best! Big thanks to our speakers, Cynthia Amo-Ameyaw (nee Aghedo), Shazia Mahamdallie, Ailidh Watson, Dominic Studart, Hannah Ottewill, Hayley Turgoose, Lucy Platts, Peter Brett, and Yvonne Muwalo, making this virtual experience an unforgettable one. #Genomics #DNA #DNAModel #VirtualWorkExperience #GenomicsWorkExperience #STEM

🧬 North Thames Genomics Showcase 2025 – Recordings now available! Missed the North Thames Genomics Showcase 2025 or want to revisit some of the insightful discussions? The video recordings from the day are now live on our YouTube channel! Watch sessions covering: ▶️ The journey of a genetic sample: Request to result ▶️ What I want my healthcare team to know about genomics ▶️ Equity: Meeting real-world needs ▶️ Highly specialised testing: Now and the future A huge thank you to all our speakers, panellists, and attendees for making this event a success! 🎥 Watch now: https://lnkd.in/eAwuXbWm #Genomics #NorthThamesGenomicsShowcase

The Generation Study aims to transform the way we screen, diagnose, and treat newborn babies with rare conditions. With over 200 rare conditions included in screening as part of the research study, it will position the UK’s newborn screening programme among the best in the world. In the North Thames Genomic Medicine Service, we are working collaboratively with NHS England and Genomics England to ensure that families are supported through the process. At the forefront of this effort are Dominic Studart and Yvonne Muwalo, Generation Study Regional Results Co-Ordinators. Their role is essential in ensuring that "condition suspected" results are effectively communicated and that babies and their families receive the support they need as they move into specialist care. ➡️ Read this blog post to learn more about what they do! #Genomics #NewbornScreening #RareConditions #GenomicMedicine #NHS #GenerationStudy

North Thames Genomic Medicine Service Alliance (NT GMSA) collaborated with Mosaic Community Trust (MCT) together with Imperial College London and Women’s Health Research Centre at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, to organise ‘Mother and Baby’s Health and Inherited Factors’ workshop last Friday. This second workshop in a six-part series explored genomics and genetic testing in pregnancy, the importance of discussing family history at the first midwife appointment, and the relevance of research and diverse data, including an introduction to the Generation Study.  Tina Prendeville, Lead Midwife for NT GMSA said “MCT highlights the importance that in order to promote health and genomic literacy, we need to ensure that our health messages are delivered in way that will be clearly understood by the communities around us. By going into community spaces, using co-design and co-production we have the opportunity to engage in a meaningful way. By listening to communities and hearing their stories, the barriers and challenges they face, we can collaborate with partners and tailor-make & deliver practical, sustainable and reproducible solutions”.    The workshop brought together speakers including MCT CEO Lena Choudary-Salter, Habiba Haque, Yvonne Muwalo, Pooja Dasani and Tina Prendeville. We would also like to thank the research funders Tommy's National Centre for Preterm Birth Research and Genomics England, as well as Olivia Walker, Megumi Nimura, Dominic Studart, and Professor Catherine Williamson for their efforts. A big thank you to all the women of MCT for opening your doors, for being passionate about changing the landscape, promoting equitable and accessible healthcare and sharing your stories and experiences with us. #Genomics #GenomicsandHealthcare #MotherHealth #BabyHealth #Pregnancy #Midwives #GenerationStudy

The second facilitated run of our Massive Open Online Course on Familial Hypercholesterolaemia is officially LIVE TODAY on the FutureLearn platform! If you're a healthcare professional looking to develop your knowledge of FH, and the delivery of genetic testing, now is the perfect time to join! 🧬👩⚕️👨⚕️ 👉📝 Enrol now: https://lnkd.in/e-4VuHF5 #Genomics #Healthcare #LearnGenomics #FamilialHypercholesterolemia #HighCholesterol