Genomic medicine is the future of healthcare and it’s already here. We’re focused on accelerating the pace at which genomics is embedded into everyday clinical practice.


Key Priorities

In line with the NHS Genomics Strategy, the North East and Yorkshire Genomic Medicine Service (NEY GMS) is focused on a number of key priorities, including:

  • Delivering an effective and sustainable Genomic Laboratory Hub (GLH)
  • Developing relationships with Clinical Genomics Services 
  • Harnessing the opportunities and benefits of Data and Informatics
  • Confirming the future role of the Genomic Medicine Service Alliance (GMSA)
  • Collaborating with partners in Research and Innovation 
  • Supporting Organisation & Workforce Development 

How are we using Genomics to drive positive change for patients?

The NEY GMS is leading the systematic integration of genomics into clinical practice to drive improvements in patient outcomes. From nursing and midwifery to primary care, pharmacy and pathology – we are working together to educate and develop the current and next generation of healthcare professionals in genomics. See our section For Professionals to find out more.

We also lead and support a range of national and regional projects in collaboration with the wider NHS, academia, industry and third sector. All our work is shaped in partnership with our Patient and Community Forum, to ensure that service developments meet the needs of our communities.

We continue to develop our links with Research and Innovation partners regionally and nationally to support the translation of genomics research into practice – ensuring that latest advances in diagnostics and treatment options are equitably available to patients across our region.