Pharmacogenomics Conference 2018
Target Audience
Healthcare providers and translational and clinical scientists
Pharmacogenomics Conference 2018
Genomic Testing to Individualize Drug Therapy
Friday, June 22, 2018 7am-5pm
McNamara Alumni Center
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Genotyping
The first 250 registrants will receive free Pharmacogenomic testing by OneOme
Genotyping is optional and you may opt out during registration. Eligible registrants will provide a sample for DNA extraction obtained through a cheek swab. The results of the PGx panel will be available for pickup on the day of the conference at the OneOme booth. Participants will receive an email with instructions for DNA collection, submission and testing. Registrations after April 6, 2018 will not be eligible.
This one day conference will provide education on a range of topics including cancer somatic mutations and selection of targeted therapies, emerging pharmacogenomics (PGx) areas such as analgesics and how to apply PGx in minority populations, clinical PGx guidelines, use of PGx in children, implementation of PGx in practice settings, insurance reimbursement, evidence for cost effectiveness and improved quality of care.
Accreditation
Materials will be provided for pharmacist self-accreditation and submission for CE credits.