Enhanced Genetic Awareness and Genetic Evaluation for Men Through Technology, ENGAGEMENT Study

Enhanced Genetic Awareness and Genetic Evaluation for Men Through Technology ENGAGEMENT Study (Virtual Genetics Board)

This study assesses perceived usefulness of a web-based virtual prostate cancer genetics board for providers across academic, community, and veteran affairs settings to discuss prostate cancer genetics cases, precision treatment, and screening recommendation. Information gained from interviews and surveys of participants taking part in the virtual genetics board may lend insights into perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, acceptability, self-efficacy, genetics knowledge, and barriers/facilitators to implementation to refine the process.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

I. To assess perceived usefulness of a virtual genetics board.

SECONDARY OBJECTIVE:

I. To assess acceptability/feasibility, perceived ease of use, self-efficacy for recommendations, genetics knowledge.

OUTLINE:

Participants complete a survey about genetic knowledge and self efficacy and then attend virtual genetics board. After virtual genetics board meeting, participants complete a second survey about perceived usefulness, ease of use, acceptability, feasibility, self-efficacy and genetic knowledge. Participants may also complete a semi-structured interview after virtual genetics board.

Inclusion Criteria:

Individuals must meet one of the following inclusion criteria in order to be eligible to participate in the study:

• Healthcare providers (medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, urologists, primary care providers, mid-level providers) who evaluate, manage, or treat men with prostate cancer or screen men for prostate cancer.
• Providers who perform prostate cancer genetic testing for men (genetic counselors or healthcare providers)
• Scientists and researchers
• Advocacy or patient stakeholder organization members

Exclusion Criteria:

• Non-medical providers