2023
Genomic testing in voluntary workplace wellness programs in the US: Evidence and challenges
Cohn B, Ryan K, Hendy K, Callahan K, Roberts J, Spector‐Bagdady K, Mathews D, Blasco D, Crumpler N, Feero W, Ferber R, Giri V, Prince A, Sanghavi K, Uhlmann W, Vogle A, Lee C. Genomic testing in voluntary workplace wellness programs in the US: Evidence and challenges. Molecular Genetics & Genomic Medicine 2023, 11: e2245. PMID: 37592452, PMCID: PMC10655502, DOI: 10.1002/mgg3.2245.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchUsefulness of podcasts to provide public education on prostate cancer genetics
Loeb S, Sanchez Nolasco T, Siu K, Byrne N, Giri V. Usefulness of podcasts to provide public education on prostate cancer genetics. Prostate Cancer And Prostatic Diseases 2023, 26: 772-777. PMID: 36681741, DOI: 10.1038/s41391-023-00648-4.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchAdultEducational StatusHumansMaleMedical History TakingProstatic NeoplasmsSurveys and Questionnaires
2021
Predictors of Population Awareness of Cancer Genetic Tests: Implications for Enhancing Equity in Engaging in Cancer Prevention and Precision Medicine.
Giri V, Shimada A, Leader A. Predictors of Population Awareness of Cancer Genetic Tests: Implications for Enhancing Equity in Engaging in Cancer Prevention and Precision Medicine. JCO Precision Oncology 2021, 5: 1699-1708. PMID: 34778693, PMCID: PMC8585288, DOI: 10.1200/po.21.00231.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsExact testCancer informationMultivariate logistic regression modelPopulation-based studyCross-sectional studyFisher's exact testPopulation-based sampleGenetic awarenessNational Trends SurveyNon-Hispanic whitesLogistic regression modelsPrecision medicine eraMiddle-high incomeDiverse population-based sampleCancer careModifiable factorsPersonalized cancer treatmentCancer preventionFemale genderHealth literacyCancer fatalismMedical literacyMultivariate analysisEthnic disparitiesGenetic testingPretest Genetic Education Video Versus Genetic Counseling for Men Considering Prostate Cancer Germline Testing: A Patient-Choice Study to Address Urgent Practice Needs
Russo J, McDougall C, Bowler N, Shimada A, Gross L, Hyatt C, Kelly W, Calvaresi A, Handley N, Hirsch I, Izes J, Lallas C, Mann M, Mark J, Mille P, Preate D, Trabulsi E, Tsang M, Chandrasekar T, Weiner P, Gomella L, Giri V. Pretest Genetic Education Video Versus Genetic Counseling for Men Considering Prostate Cancer Germline Testing: A Patient-Choice Study to Address Urgent Practice Needs. JCO Precision Oncology 2021, 5: 1377-1386. PMID: 34589662, PMCID: PMC8462590, DOI: 10.1200/po.21.00238.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsGermline testingProstate cancerGenetic counselingDecisional conflictComparable patient-reported outcomesHereditary cancer assessmentPatient-reported outcomesCancer genetics knowledgePCa diagnosisPractice settingsPrecision careCancer assessmentInformed consentCategorical variablesSubstantial proportionGenetic knowledgeSignificant differencesContinuous variablesHigh rateMenPractice needsDescriptive statisticsProstate oncologyOutcomesCounseling
2020
Knowledge and practice regarding prostate cancer germline testing among urologists: Gaps to address for optimal implementation✰,✰✰
Loeb S, Byrne N, Walter D, Makarov D, Wise D, Becker D, Giri V. Knowledge and practice regarding prostate cancer germline testing among urologists: Gaps to address for optimal implementation✰,✰✰. Cancer Treatment And Research Communications 2020, 25: 100212. PMID: 33091732, DOI: 10.1016/j.ctarc.2020.100212.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdultAgedGerm-Line MutationHumansMaleMiddle AgedPractice Guidelines as TopicProstatic NeoplasmsSurveys and QuestionnairesUrologistsConceptsGermline testingProstate cancerUrologic practicePCa family historyLocalized prostate cancerMetastatic prostate cancerFamily history criteriaDiverse practice settingsHypothetical case scenariosGermline evaluationU.S. urologistsCancer screeningOvarian cancerPractice patternsFamily historySpecific histologicPCa prognosisNational guidelinesAmerican Urological Association sectionYounger agePractice settingsTesting guidelinesHistory criteriaUrologistsGenetic counseling
2019
Germline Genetic Testing in Advanced Prostate Cancer; Practices and Barriers: Survey Results from the Germline Genetics Working Group of the Prostate Cancer Clinical Trials Consortium
Paller CJ, Antonarakis ES, Beer TM, Borno HT, Carlo MI, George DJ, Graff JN, Gupta S, Heath EI, Higano CS, McKay RR, Morgans AK, Patnaik A, Petrylak DP, Rettig MB, Ryan CJ, Taplin ME, Whang YE, Vinson J, Cheng HH, Giri VN, Group P. Germline Genetic Testing in Advanced Prostate Cancer; Practices and Barriers: Survey Results from the Germline Genetics Working Group of the Prostate Cancer Clinical Trials Consortium. Clinical Genitourinary Cancer 2019, 17: 275-282.e1. PMID: 31171481, PMCID: PMC6662206, DOI: 10.1016/j.clgc.2019.04.013.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsProstate Cancer Clinical Trials ConsortiumGermline genetic testingClinical Trials ConsortiumGenetic testingPCa patientsAdvanced prostate cancer patientsAdvanced prostate cancerMetastatic PCa patientsClinical trial eligibilityProstate cancer patientsPan-cancer panelCancer gene panelTrial eligibilityChoice of assayLocal diseaseCancer CenterAcademic oncologistsCancer patientsProstate cancerCancer treatment facilitiesPatientsBusy clinicPrecision therapyPersonalized treatmentWorking Group
2009
Prevalence and correlates of vitamin D status in African American men
Tseng M, Giri V, Bruner D, Giovannucci E. Prevalence and correlates of vitamin D status in African American men. BMC Public Health 2009, 9: 191. PMID: 19534831, PMCID: PMC2708155, DOI: 10.1186/1471-2458-9-191.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsVitamin D insufficiencyVitamin D statusAfrican American menIU/dayVitamin D intakeD insufficiencyD statusD intakeAmerican menOdds ratioLow vitamin D statusSupplemental vitamin D intakeBlood collectionVitamin D recommendationsBody mass indexRecreational physical activitySignificant inverse associationHealth history questionnaireCross-sectional analysisD recommendationsMass indexBackgroundFew studiesInverse associationProstate cancerPhysical activity