Figure 3 introduces the BRIDGE framework as a visual summary of the genetic counselling workflow in Hong Kong, yet it lacks empirical grounding. The figure appears to be a conceptual overlay on the Hong Kong Genome Project (HKGP) process, but the paper provides no evidence that this model was derived from data, such as interviews, observations, or workflow mapping from actual practice. Moreover, it is unclear how each component of the BRIDGE acronym was validated or whether it reflects standardised practice across centres. Without empirical backing or stakeholder validation, the figure risks being interpreted as a polished model rather than a data-driven tool, which could mislead practitioners or policymakers aiming to implement it.
