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April 18, 2026Journal of Genetic CounselingOpen Access

The experiences of non‐direct patient care genetic counselors in South Africa—A qualitative study

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RCReagan ChidrawiNational Health Laboratory ServiceMAMonica AraujoNational Health Laboratory ServiceKFKatryn FourieNational Health Laboratory Service

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Overview

Qualitative study explores employment trends and professional identity of genetic counselors in South Africa, suggesting implications for workforce policies.

Key Points

  • This study aims to explore the experiences of genetic counselors in non-direct patient care roles in South Africa.
  • Conducted semi-structured interviews with qualified genetic counselors in non-direct patient care roles.
  • Utilized reflexive thematic analysis to identify key themes.
  • Focused on GCs in laboratory, research, and industry settings.
  • Identified three main themes: No choice but to pivot, Quality of life, and Professional identity.
  • Highlighted the scarcity of patient-facing roles causing shifts in career paths.
  • Discussed the need for training programs to include exposure to non-clinical roles.

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Chidrawi et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69e320af40886becb653fbb7https://doi.org/10.1002/jgc4.70212
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