The Journey of a Biochemical Genetic Fellow with Mary Kate LoPiccolo
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- The focus of the second season: Unmet needs and areas requiring more support in the MPS and ML community
- Goal: Explore resources, provide guidance, and start conversations about meeting these needs
- Guest: Dr. Mary Kate LoPiccolo, Medical Biochemical Genetics Fellow.
- Discussion on the lack of specialized genetic doctors and researchers in regional healthcare networks and the challenges of replacing retiring or relocating specialists
- Dr. Mary Kate's educational path: Four years of medical school, followed by specialization in pediatrics, then two years of medical genetics training, and one year of biochemical, genetic-specific training
- Biochemical genetics: Deals with genetic disorders affecting metabolism and biochemistry, such as MPS and ML
- Dr. Mary Kate's interest in rare diseases and the experience that led her to biochemical genetics
- Limited emphasis on biochemical genetics during medical school
- Dr. Mary Kate's first patient encounter in the pediatric genetics clinic, working with a family transitioning care for a child with severe MPS II
- Challenges faced by the family in accessing services and support in a rural area
- Role of fellows in patient care, working under the supervision of attending physicians
- Importance of open communication between families and healthcare professionals
- Learning to deliver difficult news with empathy and gauging family expectations
- Emphasis on being straightforward and honest with families, even when delivering challenging news
- Insights into the field of biochemical genetics, the journey to becoming a specialist, and the dedication required to provide optimal care and support to patients and families.
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