Availability
QGenome is available on iOS and android platforms and a web-based application. It is therefore accessible on the user’s smart-phone or via their desktop.
Funding
Funding for the development of QGenome was provided by Guy’s and St Thomas’ Charity and NHS England's GMSA Transformation Project fund.
Getting Setup
We now need to help clinicians across the region to get onto the platform. This is a simple process and should take less than 5 minutes to complete.
Step 1
QGenome can be accessed via our iOS, Android or Web apps. So go ahead and download the app of your choice.
Step 2
Once downloaded, open the app and go to the sign up screen. Add your details and set a password. When you are ready, tap Sign Up!
Step 3
Now select the GMSA of your choice. This will set your preferences and load the clinical content from your chosen GMSA. This selection can be changed at any time.
Step 4
You will now see a library of content, prepared by your selected GMSA. Tap on the Follow link and you will be granted access.
Step 5
Congratulations! You now have your local GMSA region’s clinical content available on your device. Feel free to have a look around and start using the platform.
Testimonials
“I would encourage everyone to make full use of QGenome, which has demonstrated how digital solutions can support busy healthcare professionals to swiftly navigate genomic risk assessment, referral and testing guidance, leading to continuous improvement in patient care. The success of QGenome across several genomic specialty areas is already being realised across the Southeast and more widely in England by a wide range of healthcare professionals and organisations.”
Sean Whittaker
GLH/GMSA Medical Director
“I use QGenome to help me determine the eligibility of my prostate cancer patients for germline testing. I find it very user friendly. Setting up the app was quick and it takes less than a minute to determine patient eligibility. This has saved much time and resource in avoiding unnecessary referrals to the clinical genetics team, and has also meant that I can have much more informed conversations with patients.”
Debra Josephs
Consultant Medical Oncologist
Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
“Incredibly useful. Feels like I have a Genetic Counsellor on my shoulder”
Vickie Gadd
Gynae-Oncology CNS & Family History Nurse
Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
“QGenome is a resource that is easy to use and clear. For someone new to genomics it has been invaluable in understanding eligibility pathways and has improved my knowledge and ability to speak to patients about their concerns.”
Louisa Fleure
Urology CNS
Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
“User friendly. Great educational and clinical decision support tool”
Jan Hackney
Breast Family History Nurse
Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
