DNA carries the biological code that makes each of us unique. For rare disease patients, it holds the key to diagnosis and future treatment. Scientists working in the clinical genetics service unlock insights from DNA that make a difference to patient’s lives. What is it like to be a rare disease patient? How do scientists work to find a genetic diagnosis? What skills are required to become a clinical scientist in genetics?
In this episode, we follow Aimee Mann and her son Freddie’s journey to finding a diagnosis. Along the way, we meet scientists and consultant geneticists. Finally, we learn what it takes to be a scientist in the genetics profession today.
Special thanks to our guests Aimee Mann, Dragana Josifova, Layla Afkahmi, Lisa Rauter and Rachel Mayhew
This podcast was produced by members of The Viapath Future Leaders in Innovation: including Nana E. Mensah, Charlene Hoad, Ariane Lim and Kate Roberts.
Viapath UK: http://www.viapath.co.uk/
Aimee’s Website: https://aimeemannmentoring.com/
Syndromes Without A Name (SWAN) UK: https://www.undiagnosed.org.uk/
Music: Pure By Design by Purple Planet Music (Free License)