Geisinger’s Genomic Medicine Institute (GMI) aims to make better health easier for those in the communities we serve. Our genetic information can help expose risks for a wide range of major health problems, like cancer and heart disease. And knowing about these risks, and taking appropriate action, can help us prevent disease and improve our overall health.

Founded in 2012, the Genomic Medicine Institute has greatly impacted our Geisinger community, and the scientific community at-large. Examples include:

• Leveraging the MyCode Community Health Initiative to screen individuals for genetic risk for cancer, heart disease and other conditions
• Using genome sequencing to shorten diagnostic odysseys in children
• Providing genetic counseling in cancer, heart and other specialty areas
• Developing innovations to better identify individuals and families at risk for hereditary conditions

We’re committed to conducting research that engages a wide range of patient and clinician participants while leveraging our strengths in implementation science, bioinformatics, behavioral science and outcomes measurement. The research we perform directly informs clinical care and aligns with Geisinger’s emphasis on innovative care that meets patients where they are.

Managing our health and that of our families involves figuring out how to fit our genomic information into the rest of our lives — other health issues we face, where and how we live, and what motivates us to care for ourselves and our families. And we’re devoted to helping patients and families find the best way to fit genetic information into their care.

To reach our goal, we’ll enhance our partnerships with patients, families and colleagues at Geisinger. And, we’ll partner with scientists at other institutions to ensure that the evidence generated through this innovative care can lead to better health for people everywhere.

Along the way, we’ll continue to foster advanced skills and expertise among our team of clinicians and scientists. Whether you’re a patient who’s worried about a health problem running in your family, a clinician sharing care of a patient with genetic risk, or a scientist keen to collaborate on advancing genomic health, we’re looking forward to working with you to help make better health easier for everyone.

Adam Buchanan, MS, MPH, CGC
Director, Genomic Medicine Institute

Leadership

Adam Buchanan, MS, MPH, CGC

Investigators

• Adam Buchanan
• Gemme Campbell-Salome, PhD 
• Samuel Gidding, MD
• Jing Hao, PhD, MD
• Laney Jones, PharmD
• Jennifer Malinowski, PhD
• Alanna Kulchak Rahm, PhD
• Amy Curry Sturm
• Karen Wain
• Marc S. Williams, MD