For a discounted price per session, you can bundle 5 session recordings from the You can bundle 5 session recordings from the 42nd and 43rd Annual Conferences!
All plenary, EBS, and on-demand sessions from each year are available for bundling.
Plenary Sessions
B01 - NSGC 2024 State of the Society Address
0.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Colleen Campbell, PhD, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe NSGC’s initiatives over the past year to the advance the profession of genetic counseling.
2. Outline how NSGC’s strategic initiatives intersect with and build on each other to achieve NSGC’s mission.
3. Identify the work NSGC has undertaken to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within NSGC and the genetic counseling profession.
4. Assess NSGC’s efforts to support enactment of the Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act over the course of 2023.
B13 - Jane Engleberg Memorial Fellowship Award Presentation
1 contact hour
Speakers:
1. Sara Fitzgerald-Butt, MS, CGC
2. Sharon Aufox, MS, CGC
3. Emily Brown, MGC, CGC
4. Lisa Schwartz, EdD, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss the history of the Jane Engelberg Memorial Fellowship (JEMF) award
2. Describe current JEMF initiatives and funding opportunities
3. Discuss the preliminary findings of a study exploring a novel service delivery model for inpatient genetic testing.
4. Describe the factors that influence genetic counselors' perceptions and formation of their professional identities.
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B14 - Work Perk or Pitfall? ELSI and Practice Considerations of Workplace Genetic Testing
1 contact hour
Speakers:
1. Elizabeth Charnysh, MS, CGC
2. Anya Prince, JD
3. Katherine Hendy, PhD
4. W. Gregory Feero, MD, PhD
5. Wendy R. Uhlmann, MS, CGC
6. Kunal Sanghavi, MBBS, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Define workplace genetic testing.
2. Describe the key ethical, legal and social issues of workplace genetic testing.
3. Examine genetic counselors’ roles, experiences and perspectives related to workplace genetic testing.
4. Identify legal protections and gaps related to workplace genetic testing.
5. Identify roles of other healthcare providers, including primary care providers, in the case of workplace genetic testing.
C01 - 2024 Janus Lecture - The Sacred Disease: Exploring the Past, Present, and Future of the Epilepsies, presented by Beth Rosen Sheidley
0.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Beth Rosen Sheidley, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Recognize advances, challenges and future directions in the field of epilepsy genetics
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C02 - Goodbye 96040, Hello 96041: A Genetic Counseling CPT Code Update for All Genetic Counselors
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Brian Reys, MS, CGC
2. Heather Zierhut, PhD, MS, CGC
3. Rachel Bluebond, MMSc, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the factors that led NSGC leadership to pursue updating CPT coding for genetic counseling services.
2. Evaluate the process that went into developing and valuing the new code and the considerations behind the deciding factors of the new format.
3. Discuss the new code, implications for clinical practice, and attendee questions.
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C08 - Professional Issues Panel: Genetic Counseling around the Globe: Insights, Lessons, and Collaboration for a Future-Proof Profession
1 contact hour
Speakers:
1. Christopher Vella, MSc, MA, DipHSc, SRDT, LBIDST
2. Peter James Abad, RN, MSc (GC)
3. Monica Araujo, MSC (Med)
4. Masakazu Nishigaki, RN, PHN, JCGC, PhD
Learning Objectives:
1. Explain how genetic counselor training differs around the world.
2. Summarize the common hurdles genetic counselors face around the world.
3. Describe how genetic counseling practice is similar and different around the world.
4. Identify opportunities for global collaboration for the good of our patients and the profession.
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C09 - Professional Issues Panel: Genetic Counseling around the Globe: Insights, Lessons, and Collaboration for a Future-Proof Profession
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Sara Pirzadeh-Miller, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the incoming president's vision for NSGC and the genetic counseling profession in 2025.
2. Describe the incoming president’s background and professional interests and how they will be leveraged in leadership of NSGC.
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D01 - 2024 Beverly Rollnick Memorial Lecture: Ordering "The Cure" with a Side of Trepidation: The Challenges of Gene Therapy for Sickle Cell Disease
1.25 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Barbara W. Harrison, MS, CGC
2. Aarin Ables Williams, MS, CGC
3. Rebekah Hutchins, MS, CGC, LCGC
4. Terry Jackson, PhD
5. Lakiea Bailey, PhD
6. Victoria Gray
7. Taylor John
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the curative therapeutic options available for sickle cell disease, focusing on gene therapy approaches, including the use of CRISPR.
2. Identify the risks, benefits and potential unknown clinical effects of gene therapy in sickle cell disease.
3. Summarize the patient experience with curative therapies, both successful and not successful, to inform genetic counseling practice.
4. Analyze accessibility strategies for gene therapy and other transformative treatments both within the United States, and globally, where most people with sickle cell disease reside.
5. Examine the impact of the approval of gene therapy, int he midst of social and other factors that impact the sickle cell disease community, including mistreatment, disparities in appropriate care and medical mistrust.
6. Identify personal decision-making factors for patients and families regarding the pursuit of gene therapy for sickle cell disease.
7. Explain the role of genetic counselors play in patient awareness and decision-making amongst curative gene therapy options in sickle cell disease.
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D08 - Audrey Heimler Special Projects Award Presentation
0.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Dawn Laney
2. Cindy Chin
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the history of the Audrey Heimler Special Project Award and current initiatives.
2. Identify the impact of the AHSP awards have had on the careers of multiple genetic counselors.
3. Describe the process of working with a community advisory board (CAB) to develop a novel, culturally tailored educational tool.
4. Assess the effectiveness of Gallery Walk as an educational tool in raising awareness for genetic counseling and testing (GCT) and hereditary breast and ovarian cancer (HBOC) in the Black Harlem and Bronx population.
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D09 - Leading Beyond the Horizon Abstracts
0.75 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Kristen Miller, MGC, LCGC
2. Nikkola Carmichael, PhD, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the results of an environmental scan to characterize the landscape of abortion legislation impacting genetic counselors' scope of practice following the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization Supreme Court case.
2. Describe BIPOC genetic counseling students experiences at the annual conference and interventions to potentially increase their sense of belonging.
3. Identify interventions to potentially increase their sense of belonging.
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D10 - A Genetic Counselor’s Guide to Long-Read Sequencing: Preparing for the Future of Genomic Medicine
1 contact hour
Speakers:
1. Chloe Reuter, MS, LCGC
2. Emily Farrow, PhD, CGC, FACMG
3. Cassandra Barrett, PhD, CGC
4. Aubrie Soucy Verran, MLA
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe long-read sequencing technology and its ability to detect various types of genetic variants.
2. Analyze genetic counseling considerations for incorporating long-read sequencing into patient care and research.
3. Identify applications for long-read sequencing beyond diagnosis of rare genetic conditions.
4. Assess scenarios in which long-read sequencing may provide utility beyond other genetic testing modalities.
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E06 - Abstract Awards
0.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Rachel Notestine, MS
2. Brian Reys, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify healthcare fraud in the genetic testing space, characteristics commonly targeted, and key patterns of behavior utilized in fraudulent activity.
2. Evaluate the benefits and limitations of genetic counselor recognition by state Medicaid services as it relates to reimbursement for services
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E07 - Late-breaking Plenary Session: New FDA Regulation of Laboratory Developed Tests (LDTs): What Genetic Counselors Need to Know
1 contact hour
Speakers:
1. Jennifer Leib, ScM, CGC
2. Jonathan Genzen, MD, PhD, MBA
3. Lisa Schlager, MPP
Learning Objectives:
1. Outline the history of LDT regulation, including the FDA’s involvement prior to the Rule and key events that shaped the regulatory landscape
2. Evaluate the impact of the Final Rule on genetic laboratories (academic and commercial) as well as clinical practice
3. Formulate strategies for genetic counselors in the new regulatory environment, including possible roles to advocate for patient access and quality care amidst regulatory change
4. Predict how the regulation of LDTs might influence future advancements in genetic testing, genetic counseling, and personalized medicine
5. Describe the new FDA Final Rule, including the rationale and any legal action in response to the Final Rule
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Educational Breakout Sessions
Educational Breakout Sessions cover a variety of topic areas including but not limited to clinical specialties, professional issues, and counseling skills.
B02 - Just Because We Can, Should We? Examining PGT Through the Lens of Ableism, Access, and Clinical Actionability
2 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Meghan Bombalicki, MS, CGC
2. Gina Londre, MS, CGC
3. Sara Levene, MSc
4. Leila Jamal, ScM, PhD, LGC
5. Samantha Stover, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Illustrate the current clinical and technical landscape of PGT.
2. Summarize PGT regulatory models in the UK health system.
3. Identify the role of PGT laboratories in access to testing.
4. Name themes of ableism in reproductive genetics.
5. Analyze ethical policy and practice frameworks of reproductive technologies such as PGT.
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B08 - All Grown Up! Applying Lessons Learned from Cystic Fibrosis across Prenatal, Pediatric, Adult, and Cancer Settings
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Elinor Langfelder-Schwind, MS, CGC
2. Brooke Moore, MD, MPH
3. Richard T. Caldwell
Learning Objectives:
1. Analyze how Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is screened and diagnosed through biochemical and molecular technologies.
2. Discuss communication strategies for CFTR variant results across multiple specialties.
3. Evaluate current therapies for CF and the impact of these on health outcomes.
4. Illustrate the implications of changes to CF-related care through the lived experience of a person with CF.
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B09 - Client Guilt, Shame, Anger: Counseling Strategies to Support Decision Making and Improve Outcomes
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Kendra Schaa, ScM, CGC
2. Janeta Fong Tansey, MD, PhD
3. Ananya Jain, ScM, LCGC
4. Lori A. H. Erby, ScM, PhD, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Analyze the role of strong motions in client decision-making, autonomy, and psychological adaptation, with particular attention to guilt, shame, and anger.
2. Identify root causes of strong emotions.
3. Illustrate counseling techniques that acknowledge and harness emotions of guilt, fear, and anger towards enhancing client autonomy, informed decision-making, and psychosocial adaptation.
4. Evaluate one's own positionality to strong emotions and their impact on the therapeutic alliance.
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B10 - How Do We Do Better? Improving Disability Inclusivity within the Genetic Counselor Professional Trajectory
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Jessica Kianmahd Shamshoni, MS, CGC
2. Rebecca LeShay Araujo, MS, CGC
3. Alicia Wolfson, MA, MS, CGC
4. Andrea Schelhaas, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Outline best practices for disability inclusivity across the genetic counseling career trajectory.
2. Apply best practice principles to their own experiences with prospective and current students and/or genetic counseling colleagues.
3. Identify barriers to accessibility and effective strategies for inclusivity based on vignettes of the lived experience of several genetic counselors with disabilities.
4. Apply a justice, equity and inclusivity lens to increase belonging or reduce barriers for current or prospective genetic counselors with disabilities.
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B11 - Precision Prenatal Medicine: Genetic Counseling and Fetal Exome Sequencing
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Asha Talati, MD, MSCR
2. Nikki Walano, MS, CGC
3. Rachel Bradshaw, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Compare the benefits and limitations of fetal exome sequencing to traditional prenatal testing.
2. Discuss future applications of fetal sequencing.
3. Evaluate case examples to determine best practices and key counseling considerations.
4. Analyze barriers to ES and strategies to improve equity.
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B12 - Trusting Your Gut: A Guide to Caring for Hereditary Gastric Cancer Patients
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Dana Farengo-Clark, MS, MS, LGC
2. Jeremy L. Davis, MD
3. Bryson Katona, MD, PhD
4. Maegan E. Roberts, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Outline the current landscape of the genes associated with increased gastric cancer risk.
2. Compare and contrast screening versus surgical intervention for patients with pathogenic variant in a gastric cancer susceptibility genes.
3. Illustrate clinically challenging cases, scenarios and approaches to care for clinical management.
4. Analyze the experiences and processes of different institutions with respect to caring for patients with gastric cancer susceptibility genes.
5. Describe cancer risk associations for CTNNA1 loss of function variants.
6. Identify common challenges in pre- and post-test counseling for patients and families with hereditary gastric cancer.
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C03 - From Conception to Cradle: Enhancing Perinatal Care Workflows
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Rebecca Freeman, MS, CGC
2. Daniel T. Swarr, MD
3. Callie J. Diamonstein, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify common challenges in the transition between prenatal and postnatal genetics care.
2. Evaluate examples of perinatal workflows in different institutions, and the unique benefits and limitations of each.
3. Analyze the implementation of the SWOT model of problem solving using real-world clinical examples.
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C04 - One Size Doesn't Fit All: Anti-Fat Bias in Genetic Counseling
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Leeran Dublin-Ryan, PhD, MS, CGC
2. Ragen Chastain, MEd, BCPA
Learning Objectives:
1. Define the types of anti-fat bias.
2. Summarize the current state of anti-fat bias in healthcare and genetic counseling.
3. Identify intersectional strategies for mitigating anti-fat bias in genetic counseling.
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C05 - Take it at Faith Value: A Look at the Needs of Genetic Counseling in the Hindu, Pakistani Muslim, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon), and Orthodox Jewish Communities
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Natalie Richeimer, MSGC, CGC
2. Shilpa Narayan, MS, CGC
3. Aisha Furqan, MS, MS, CGC
4. Lindsay Walker, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify different faith communities and their needs for genetic counseling.
2. Examine the unique role of each community's infrastructure in medical decision making.
3. Construct strategies to increase access for faith groups.
4. Apply knowledge of culturally inclusive counseling learned during this session, to their genetic counseling practice.
5. Evaluate the intersectionality of different faith communities.
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C06 - The Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications of the Gamete Transaction: What All Clinical Genetic Counselors Need to Know
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Jill Slamon, MAT, MS, CGC
2. Katie Lee Hornberger, CGC
3. Devin Shuman, MS, LCGC
4. Melissa Lindsey, BA
5. Jenny Rietzler, MS, CGC
6. Danielle Winston, JD
Learning Objectives:
1. Recall the current gamete donor requirements and recommended guidelines.
2. Review diverse perspectives of donor-conceived people (DCP) and recipients.
3. List advocacy techniques for genetic counselors related to health and longevity of donor-conceived people (DCP) and donors.
4. Manage cases involving gamete donors and donor-conceived people (DCP) using case examples.
5. Identify the current ethical, legal, and social injustices and inequities that exist in the fertility industry with respect to gamete donation.
6. Recognize how a genetic counselor’s scope of practice promotes safe family-building practices.
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C07 - This or That? Debating the Role of Panels, Exomes, and Genomes in the Diagnostic Odyssey
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Christine Eng, MD
2. Troy A. Becker, MS, CGC
3. Blake Vuocolo, MS, CGC
4. Liz Mizerik, MS, CGC
5. Brian Reys MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Compare and contrast the techniques used in genomic diagnosis.
2. Identify clinical, financial, and provider factors that influence access to genomic care
3. Assess the applications of different genomic technologies using clinical case scenarios
4. Summarize the impact of and outcomes from different collaborative initiatives to increase access to care
5. Formulate actionable steps and advocacy strategies for equitable access to genetic testing
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E01 - Age of Treatment: The Clinical, Social and Ethical Implications of Genetic Therapies
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Kristy Lee, MS, CGC
2. Brianna Gross, MS, CGC
3. Emily Place, MS, LCGC
4. Akshay Sharma, MBBS, MSc
Learning Objectives:
1. Summarize the basic science and delivery mechanisms behind in vivo and ex vivo gene therapies.
2. Define the ethical, moral and social barriers to the uptake of gene therapy for conditions in different disease areas, and ways to remedy them.
3. Construct best practices for genetic counselor involvement and patient consent for cell and gene therapies.
4. Identify patient motivators and apprehensions to pursue gene therapy in a variety of disease areas.
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E02 - Finding Ourselves as Genetic Counselors: Examining our Personal and Professional Identities
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Lisa Schwartz, EdD, MS, CGC
2. Rachel Mills, PhD, MS, CGC
3. Andrea Casey, EdD
4. Ian MacFarlane, PhD, LP
5. McKinsey L. Goodenberger, MS, CGC
6. Kaye Stenberg, BS
7. Sarah Witherington, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Recognize elements of genetic counselor professional identity based on attributes, beliefs, values, motives, and experiences.
2. Compare and contrast individual elements of professional identity to aspects of collective genetic counselor identity.
3. Identify strategies to adjust for areas of incongruence between one’s personal identity and professional identity.
4. Identify the intersection of personal and professional identity
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E03 - Navigating the Moral Maze of Genetic Testing in Transplantation Decision-making
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Liz Mizerik, MS, CGC
2. Shaine Morris, MD, MPH
3. Sara Houston, MS
4. Tia Moscarello, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Define scenarios where genetic results are a factor in determining suitability for organ transplant and surgical intervention.
2. Identify pre/post testing counseling considerations when genetic testing is offered prior to organ transplantation.
3. Utilize an ethical framework to navigate through scenarios involving genetic testing utilization in organ transplantation.
4. Discuss the benefits, limitations and ethical considerations of genetic testing before organ transplantation.
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E04 - Not Just a Carrier: Medical and Emotional Impact of Being a Carrier for an X-linked Disorder
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Rebecca McClennan
2. Julie Cohen, ScM, CGC
3. Kayla Banks, MS, CGC
4. Susan Howell, MS, CGC, MBA
5. Dawn Laney, MS, CGC, CCRC
6. Christine Disteche, PhD
7. Olivia Viola
Learning Objectives:
1. Recognize how genetic counselors can empower this patient population
2. Analyze the mechanisms behind symptom presentation in women who are carriers of X-linked disorders
3. Recall the medical implications of being a carrier of Fragile X syndrome
4. List the medical implication of being a carrier of Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
5. Define the medical implications of being a carrier of Fabry disease
6. Share the emotional impact of learning about one’s carrier status
7. Describe how patient family planning decisions can be impacted by their carrier status
8. Identify the emotional challenges for carriers of X-linked disorders across the lifespan
9. Discuss practice implications for genetic counselors.
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E05 - Reflexivity Across the Research Lifespan: Planning, Conducting, Supervising, and Mobilizing Ethical Genetic Counseling Research
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Kennedy Borle, MSc, CGC
2. Kimberly Zayhowski, MS, CGC
3. Ian MacFarlane, PhD
4. Jared Warden-Joseph, MSc
5. McKayla Gourneau, MS, CGC
6. J9 Austin, PhD, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Summarize the importance of understanding power and privilege in genetic counseling research.
2. Describe community-engaged research within the historical context of genetic counseling research.
3. Apply principles of restorative justice in genetic counseling research.
4. Practice reflexivity in the context of genetic counseling research.
5. Describe how values, policies and culture impact the research process in the context of genetic counseling programs and institutions.
6. Discuss the actions needed to address power of dynamics in the context of GC student research projects.
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On-Demand Sessions
The content of pre-recorded sessions is intended to be highly applicable to a wide range of genetic counselors, and/or sensitive topics.
F01 - CHD Across the Lifespan: From Conception to Adulthood
1.6 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Erin Demo, MS, CGC, LGC
2. Kristen Young, MS, CGC
3. Lisa Schlager, MPP
4. Abigail Yesso, MS, CGC
5. Sara Fitzgerald-Butt, MS, CGC
6. Sheetal R. Patel, MD, MSCI
7. Gabrielle C. Geddes, MD
8. Fred 'Rusty' Rodriguez
9. Katherine Salciccioli, MD, FACC
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify opportunities across the lifespan where genetic counseling can benefit individuals with CHD.
2. Identify varying approaches for screening and diagnostic testing for CHD in the pediatric setting.
3. Identify unique factors for individuals with CHD in adolescence.
4. Describe important landmarks and checklist items for a successful transition from pediatric to adult care.
5. Describe effective collaboration between genetic counselors and geneticist or non-geneticist physicians.
6. Consider benefits and limitations of genetic testing for CHD in the reproductive setting.
7. Assess barriers that exist to multidisciplinary care for CHD patients in various settings.
8. Describe ways that a genetic counselor is an integral part of a fetal health team.
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F02 - Genetics ‘Down the Bayou’ – Genetic Counseling Considerations for Cajun/Acadian Populations in Southern Louisiana
1.3 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Jennifer Jacober
2. Jenna Wray Gladney, MS, MMSc, CGC
3. John P. Doucet, PhD
4. Fern Tsien, PhD
5. Jennifer Lentz
6. Hannah Meddaugh, MGCS, LCGC
7. Alix D'Angelo, MGC, LCGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Summarize important facets of Cajun history, common shared values, feelings of identity, and culture.
2. Propose emerging Cajun genetic diseases from the genetic counselor prospective.
3. Recognize challenges for genetic counseling and management of genetic diseases in Southern Louisiana.
4. Discuss lessons learned in genetic counseling for rare disease in Southern Louisiana.
5. Define ways to engage with Cajun and Southern Louisiana culture while in New Orleans and Beyond.
6. Describe common genetic diseases with the Cajun population and provide a historical research perspective.
7. Discuss current knowledge of Cajun genetic disease and provide goals for future research.
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F03 - Good Grief: Navigating Grief and Mortality Conversations with Patients
1.5 contact hours
Speakers:
1. Glen Komatsu, MD
2. Lunda Okada, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe unique experiences of a palliative care physician and a patient living with stage IV cancer.
2. Apply comfort, confidence, and effective vocabulary tools when speaking with patients on issues surrounding mortality.
3. Describe the unique experiences of a patient living with stage IV cancer.
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Plenary Sessions
Plenary sessions aim to highlight genetic counselor research, best practices, and/or updates to the profession. Plenary session content is applicable to the work of all Genetic Counselors.
B14: The Inspiring Chromosome 18 Story: Self-Advocate, Parent and Sibling Perspectives of Obstacles and Opportunities for those with Disabilities
.91 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Jannine D Cody, Ph.D.
2. Ellie Goldberg
3. Susan Sheinkop, MD
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the benefits of family participation in support groups.
2. Identify the steps taken to form the Chromosome 18 Registry.
3. Understand how a person with a disability fits into a family unit.
4. Evaluate the opportunities available to children and adults with disabilities.
5. Compare and contrast the medical and social models of disability.
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C01: 2023 Janus Lecture - Family History: Exploring the Roots and Branches
0.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Robin L. Bennett, MS, CGC, ScD Hon
Learning Objectives:
1. Examine the past, present, and future of family history in genetic counseling practice.
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C08: NSGC State of the Society
1 Contact Hour
Speakers:
1. Deepti Babu, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe NSGC’s initiatives over the past year to the advance the profession of genetic counseling.
2. Outline how NSGC’s strategic initiatives intersect with and build on each other to achieve NSGC’s mission.
3. Identify the work NSGC has undertaken to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within NSGC and the genetic counseling profession.
4. Assess NSGC’s efforts to support enactment of the Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act over the course of 2022.
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D02: Audrey Heimler Special Projects Award Presentations
0.7 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Dawn Laney, MS, CGC
2. Jessica Giordano, MS, CGC
3. Carli Andrews, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Review the history of the Audrey Heimler Special Project Award (AHSPA) and provide an update on current initiatives.
2. Discover the personal value of the AHSPA for awardees.
3. Observe the impact that the AHSPA has had on the careers of multiple genetic counselors.
4. Describe patient perspectives on being asked their race, ethnicity, and ancestry (REA) by a genetic counselor during pedigree construction.
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D03: Jane Engleberg Memorial Fellowship Award Presentations
0.75 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Flavia Facio, MS, CGC
2. Lisa Schwartz, EdD, MS, CGC
3. Sara Pirzadeh Miller, MS, CGC
4. Emily Brown, MGC, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Review the history of the Jane Engelberg Memorial Fellowship (JEMF) award.
2. Describe the impact of the JEMF award on individual career trajectories and the genetic counseling profession.
3. Acknowledge updates on current JEMF initiaties and funding opportunites.
4. Appreciate the differences in genetic counseling outcomes in an underserved patient population undergoing in-person versus telephone genetic counseling for hereditary cancer syndromes.
5. Recognize the preliminary findings of a study exploring genetic counselors' professional identity.
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D04: FOCUS Abstracts
0.75 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Cassidy Welsh
2. Neil Shah
Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss what influences new abortion restrictions have had on GC practice and their concerns regarding the potential impact of electronic health record information.
2. Describe various factors that contribute to a sense of belonging in the field of genetic counseling for minority genetic counselors.
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D05: Say My Name, Say My Name: It's Time to Discuss the Problem with the Name "Genetic Counselor"
0.75 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Chandler Means, MS, CGC
2. Antonina Wojcik, MS, CGC
3. Deanna Darnes, MS, LCGC
4. Brad Rolf, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Review the early history of genetic counselors and the creation of the name Genetic Counselor.
2. Examine the challenges and repercussions of how our professional title impacts patient referral uptake, recruitment of prospective students and legislative efforts.
3. Consider the logistical consequences of revising the name of the profession.
4. Propose creative formal and informal suggestions for how we refer to ourselves to increase understanding of our profession.
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E06: Abstract Awards
0.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Yusra Aziz
2. Chenery Lowe
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify what topics related to racial and ethnic health disparities (REHD) genetic counselors have had encountered and find important.
2. Assess qualities of an innovative communication training approach that can promote the acquisition and sustained use of patient-centered communication skills.
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E07: Late Breaking Plenary: Embracing Artificial Intelligence in Genetic Counseling: Transforming Patient Care and Enhancing Clinical Outcomes
1 Contact Hour
Speakers:
1. Shivani Nazareth, MS, CGC
2. Moran Snir
3. Ahmed El-Kalliny
4. Kenny Wong, MS, CGC
5. Katie Golden-Grant
Learning Objectives:
1. Define artificial intelligence and other similar terms as they relate to the field of genetic counseling
2. Examine AI based technology that is being used to identify at-risk patients through automated record review
3. Identify the potential for improved patient outcomes using AI-developed personalized care plans and treatment options
4. Evaluate current and future applications of AI in the area of genomic data analysis and variant interpretations
5. Identify the importance of prioritizing equity as AI is further integrated into the genetics field
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Educational Breakout Sessions
Educational Breakout Sessions cover a variety of topic areas including but not limited to clinical specialties, professional issues, and counseling skills.
B08: Differences in Sex Development: Care in Multifaceted Conditions Over the Lifespan
2 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Jodie Johnson, MS, LGC
2. Kristen Fishler, CGC
3. Christina Miller, BS
4. Kathleen van Leeuwen, MD
5. Noi Liang, MBA, BCPA
Learning Objectives:
1. Apply family-specific considerations to shared decision making.
2. Evaluate if unmet informational needs contribute to lower measures of health-related quality of life.
3. Summarize anticipatory guidance regarding age-appropriate education strategies.
4. Apply shared decision making strategies to support DSD patients/families.
5. Identify needs and current gaps in healthcare among different individuals and groups.
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B10: An Update on Targeted Therapies and Prevention for Hereditary Cancer Syndromes
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Dr. Jason Willis
2. Dr. Tobias Else, MD
3. Dr. Payal Khincha, MBBS, MSHS
4. Dr. Peter Stanich, MD
5. Lindsey Kelley, MPH, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe how targeted therapies go through the clinical trial process.
2. List the use of targeted therapies for cancer prevention and/or treatment for a subset of hereditary cancer syndromes.
3. List obstacles to accessing targeted treatments.
4. Summarize common patient questions and concerns about targeted therapies.
5. Describe the genetic counselor role in facilitating access to targeted therapies for patients.
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B11: Genetic Counseling Beyond Family Trees: How to Work with Adopted Patients Impacted by Barriers to Health, Identity, and Choice
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Heewon Lee, MS, CGC
2. Brianne Kirkpatrick, MS, LCGC
3. Krista Redlinger-Grosse, PhD
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the history of U.S. and intercountry adoption practices as they relate to the practice of genetic counseling.
2. Examine the ways genetic counselors can support expansion and use of genetic testing in situations of adoption.
3. Highlight available resources that genetic counselors can use to support clients who are adopted and those parenting adopted individuals.
4. Summarize psychological theory on identity development of adoptees and the psychosocial issues that emerge when integrating genetic information related to biological relatives.
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B12: Residual Risk: Useful or Misleading? A Panel Discussion About Residual Risk in Carrier Screening
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Emily Becraft, MS, LCGC
2. Megan Hinton, MS, CGC
3. Liana Abramson, MS, LCGC
4. Krista Moyer, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Examine the historical uses of residual risk in carrier screening and the impact on equitable testing and care.
2. Summarize the complexities of determining appropriate residual risk information to include on a carrier screening report and the potential pitfalls of providing residual risk based on reported race/ethnicity.
3. Identify how residual risk numbers can improve patients' comprehension (or understanding) when interpreting carrier screen results.
4. Identify how residual risk numbers can be misleading or misunderstood by patients when interpreting carrier screen results.
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B13: Moving Genetic Counseling Into Primary Care: The Future of Our Profession
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Natasha Robin Berman, MS, MPH, CGC
2. Jehannine C. Austin, PhD, FCAHS, CGC
3. Mylynda Massart, MD, PhD
4. Christine Munro, MS, MPH, CGC
5. Prescilla Carrion MSc, CGC, CCGC
6. Megan Bell ScM, CGC
7. Vivian Pan MS, CGC (moderator)
8. Sasha Bauer, MS
Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss the current state of genetics including barriers to accessing care.
2. Delve into the historical models of genetic care and consider a new approach.
3. Define primary care and explore how genetics fits into the goals of primary care.
4. Explore how genetic counselors in primary care setting could decrease barriers, improve access but also consider the pain points in integration such as workforce concerns.
5. Review the benefits and limitations of current models that could be used within primary care.
6. Summarize the current experiences of genetic counselors working within primary care.
7. Assess the potential impact of genetic counselors practicing within primary care on the profession as a whole.
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C03: Increasing Access to Hereditary Cancer Screening in Non-Oncology Settings: Emerging Evidence on the Use of Digital Tools for Ascertainment of Individuals at Risk and Considerations for Care Delivery
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Shivani Nazareth, MS, CGC
2. Colleen Caleshu, MS, CGC
3. Vera Cherepakho, LCGC
4. Sarah Savage, MS, CGC
5. Catharine Wang, PhD
6. Wendy Kohlmann, MS, CGC
7. Meredith Gerhart, MS, CGC
8. Sarah Knerr, PhD
9. Rebecca Carr, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Summarize barriers to hereditary cancer risk assessment in non-oncology settings.
2. Compare and contrast technology-enabled approaches to hereditary cancer risk assessment in non-oncology settings.
3. Explore potential impacts of digital tools on models of care delivery.
4. Discuss approaches to integrating JEDI considerations into digital risk assessment strategies.
5. Discuss digital tools as a method of increasing ascertainment of patients at increased risk for hereditary cancer.
6. Describe strategies to deploy risk assessment tools appropriate for non-oncology settings.
7. Examine emerging evidence for the effectiveness of varied implementation strategies.
8. Compare and contrast findings from randomized controlled trials and real-world evidence studies on digital tools for hereditary cancer risk assessment.
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C04: Telehealth Genomics Services in the NICU: How, Where, and Why?
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Rachel Bellanger, MS, CGC
2. Danielle Lemke, MS, CGC
3. Kristen Fishler, MS, CGC
4. Pankaj Agrawal, MD, MMSc
5. Jacqueline (Jackie) Britton, MGC, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Examine the landscape of telehealth genomics services in the NICU, including implementation models and examples of the few programs adopting these services.
2. Evaluate early experiences with telehealth genomics services in the NICU, including genetic counselor and patient perspectives.
3. Summarize patients’ experience with telehealth genomics services while receiving genomics care in the NICU.
4. Critique pros and cons of offering telehealth genomics services in the NICU and how it relates to the future of our field.
5. Discriminate ethical, legal, social, and psychosocial impacts that can arise from the implementation of telehealth genomics services in the NICU setting.
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C05: Genetic Counselors Growing Influence In Insurance: Why Our Voice is Vital to Advocate for Equitable and Sustainable Genetic Testing
1.3 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Lindsay Zetsche, MBA, MS, LCGC
2. Serenedy Smith, MS, CGC
3. Stephanie Gandomi, MBA, MS, CGC, CPC, CPCO
4. Megan Scarff, MS, CGC
5. Christy Moore, MS, CGC 6. Romela Pasion
Learning Objectives:
1. Summarize health insurance systems, medical policies, and regulations that impact coverage and payment of genetic testing.
2. Identify strategies for genetic counselors to impact policy and coverage decisions systemically and on an individual patient level.
3. Discuss how genetic counselors who specialize in medical policy can positively impact equitable access to genetic testing.
4. Identify opportunities for genetic counselors wishing to pursue career expansion into insurance-related roles.
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C06: Not All Actionable Variants in BRCA1 and BRCA2 Are Created Equal: Challenges of Classifying and Interpreting Reduced-Penetrance Variants
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Erin Mundt, MS, CGC
2. Marcy Richardson, PhD
3. Tuya Pal, MD
4. Yeni Rodríguez Sanabria, MD
5. Matthew Lebo, PhD
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe efforts in the hereditary cancer field to unify language around reduced penetrance.
2. Identify challenges two laboratories face when classifying and reporting reduced-penetrance variants in BRCA1 and BRCA2.
3. Illustrate how reduced-penetrance language on reports is being interpreted and applied in clinical settings through case reports.
4. Compare strategies that healthcare providers in the United States and Colombia use to manage patients with reduced-penetrance BRCA1 and BRCA2 results.
5. Demonstrate the importance of laboratory genetic counselor support.
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C07: Translating Polygenic Scores into Clinical Practice: Insights from Genetic Counselors
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Emily Brown, MGC, CGC
2. Priya Marathe
3. Deanna Brockman, MS, CGC
4. Sarah Kalia, ScM, CGC
5. Hannah Wand, MS, CGC
6. Benjamin Helm, MS, CGC
7. Amy Sturm, MS, CGC
8. Courtney Wallingford, MSc
9. Jehannine Austin, PhD, FCAHS, CGC
10. Brad Rolf, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Define polygenic scores and how they are developed.
2. Summarize the steps required to validate a polygenic score for clinical applications.
3. Identify the key points of the NSGC Practice Resource on polygenic scores.
4. Describe the current clinical application of polygenic scores across various disease areas.
5. Recognize the limitations of polygenic scores that may impact clinical implementation.
6. Identify models of integrating polygenic scores into clinical practice through a series of case examples.
7. Demonstrate how polygenic scores can augment risk assessment in individuals with monogenic-acting variants.
8. Discuss the responsibility of the genetics community to ensure equity in the development and use of PGS in clinical care.
9. Discuss specific ways genetic counselors can support clinical translation of PGS through clinical and research-based practice and considerations regarding PGS development and implementation.
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E01: Improving the Diagnosis Experience: What We Can Learn from Families of Children with Down Syndrome
0.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Hannah Pascucci, RN, MSN, PNP-PC/AC
2. Stephanie Meredith, MA
3. Dr. Janinah S. Barreto, PharmD, MS, CPHIMS
4. Dr. Ayah Ibrahim, PhD
5. Danielle Prchal
6. Melissa Shutwell
7. Kaitie Szostek, LMSW, QPID, CMHP
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe positive and negative parental experiences in receiving a diagnosis of Down syndrome.
2. Identify provider and parent factors, such as biases, religion, ethnicity, and/or identifies, that can impact the diagnosis experience.
3. Summarize a set of recommendations for enhancing a diagnosis experience.
4. Examine one's own perspectives and experiences to make a personalized plan for improving diagnosis counseling.
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E02: How to Build a Somatic Testing Protocol in Oncology: We’re Building the Plane While We’re Flying It
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Sarah Scollon, MS, CGC
2. Dana Farnego Clark, LCGC
3. Jennie Vagher, MS, CGC
4. Russell Broaddus, MD, PhD
5. Allie Hentschell, MS, CGC
6. Julia Cooper, MS, CGC
7. Jessica Stoll
8. Sarah Bannon, MS, CGC
9. Samuel Hyde, MMsc, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Outline the current landscape of somatic genomic/molecular testing in oncology.
2. Describe the evidence-based research regarding the current utilization of somatic test results in oncology among genetic counselors.
3. Identify common challenges and barriers to implementing somatic testing protocols in oncology care.
4. Analyze the experiences and processes of different institutions and disciplines in implementing somatic testing protocols in oncology care.
5. Develop strategies for overcoming obstacles to implementing somatic testing protocols in oncology care.
6. Use pieces of somatic testing protocols developed by panelists to build a somatic testing protocol in their own institution.
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E03: The Most Important Omics of All: Economics of Healthcare Across Private, Public, and Not-for-Profit Organizations
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Kenny Wong, MS, CGC
2. Christina Ren, MS, CGC
3. Brian Reys, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Examine how venture capital differs from other types of financing.
2. Compare for-profit and not-for-profit health systems/hospitals.
3. Summarize how a publicly-traded company differs from other types of financial models.
4. Identify key financial metrics to evaluate a company’s financial health and long-term prospects.
5. Apply the knowledge gained to their own employment situation to understand how the financial model impacts their employment and paycheck.
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E04: Keeping Up with ACMG Secondary Findings Lists: Counseling on Cardiovascular Genes from v3.0 and v3.1
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Emily Brown, MGC, CGC
2. Laura Amendola, MS, CGC
3. Caralynn Wilczewski, PhD, ScM, CGC
4. Julie Sapp, ScM, CGC
5. Melissa A. Kelly, MS, CGC
6. Brittney Murray, MS, CGC
7. Matthew Thomas, ScM, CGC
8. Elizabeth Jordan, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Summarize the nomination and review process for genes/diseases on the ACMG’s Secondary Findings List.
2. Discuss approaches to genotype first variant interpretation compared with traditional diagnostic variant interpretation.
3. Identify psychosocial counseling strategies to utilize in counseling sessions for secondary findings.
4. Review the current screening and treatment recommendations for hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis.
5. Identify and explain the nuances for cardiac screening for TTN pathogenic variants.
6. Summarize the screening and treatment recommendations for arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy.
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E05: Shine the Light and Bring the Heat: How to Implement a Health Equity Guide for Healthcare Transformation and Accountability
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Tene Hamilton Franklin, MS
2. Altovise T. Ewing, PhD, LCGC
3. Grace-Ann Fasaye, ScM, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify an overarching framework for how the genetic counselor can initiate change in their clinic or healthcare institution to pursue health equity for all populations including differently abled, neurodiverse and economically diverse.
2. Define a proposed process and approach to organize your action and ongoing improvement.
3. Identify on and identify strategic goals and sample practices to operationalize health equity at the patient, organizational, community, and societal levels.
4. Develop strategies for genetic counselors to work within a healthcare or public health infrastructure to be a force multiplier for health equity.
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On-Demand Sessions
The content of pre-recorded sessions is intended to be highly applicable to a wide range of genetic counselors, and/or sensitive topics.
F01: Advancing Variant Classification: Steps in Reducing Uncertainty and Improving Patient Outcomes
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Heidi Rehm, PhD
2. Yuya Kobayashi, PhD
3. Jason Carmichael, MS, CGC
4. Sayoni Lahiri, CGC
5. Flavia Facio MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify critical updates to the ACMG/AMP guidelines and rationale for their revision, including sub-tiers for VUS.
2. Discuss the various approaches used for variant classification, including the use of Bayesian modeling in the classification process.
3. Define the utility of new approaches to variant classification for the purposes of resolving VUS and decreasing the equity gap.
4. Recognize the key role clinical genetic counselors play in VUS resolution through the presentation of case studies in underrepresented communities.
5. Develop strategies for approaching conflicting variant classification in practice.
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F02: The Differences Between PhD's and Clinical Doctorates-An Update on Why it Matters for the Genetic Counseling Profession
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Laura Conway
2. Tobey DeMott Yeates
3. Dr. Laura Taylor
4. Rebecca Mueller
5. Lori Erby
6. Elizabeth Coffran
7. Katarzyna Jones
8. Kathleen Valverde
Learning Objectives:
1. Compare and contrast research-focused degrees (PhD) with advanced clinical training degrees (ClinD).
2. Discuss the effect an entry-level DPT degree has had on a different allied healthcare field.
3. Describe the NAS and RWJ Future of Nursing call for doctoral preparation of our nursing workforce and the two approaches to achieve the goal: PhD and DNP
4. Illustrate the role a PhD can play in designing and obtaining funding for research.
5. Explore the benefits and limitations of a PhD from the perspective of a genetic counseling program director.
6. Recognize the perspectives of genetic counselors regarding development of a PhD in genetic counseling.
7. Analyze the perspectives of genetic counselors regarding transition to an entry-level clinical doctorate in genetic counseling
8. Summarize current efforts to develop and obtain grant funding for advanced training education in genetic counseling.
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F03: Leveraging Your Skills and Experiences for a Career in Product, Program, or Project Management
1.3 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Nivi Alhawat, MS, CGC
2. Carrie Haverty, MS, CGC
3. Cheyla Clark, MS, CGC
4. Monica Stamp, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Distinguish between the different PxM roles - product management, program management, project management
2. Apply knowledge of PxM roles and skills in terms of their own experience and reframing their experience in terms relevant for one of the PxM roles.
3. Review examples of job descriptions and how common GC training and experiences are relevant to PxM roles.
4. Identify transferable skills from genetic counseling to various PxM roles.
5. Describe how GCs in PxM roles have resulted in more healthcare equity for patients.
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F04: Epilepsy Genetics a Decade Later: Putting Guidelines into Practice Across the Lifespan
1.01 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Kaitlin Angione, MS, CGC
2. Emily Bonkowski, ScM, CGC
3. Jordana Graifman, MS, CGC
4. Lisa Kinsley, MS, CGC
5. Sonal Mahida, MGC, CGC
6. Bree Martin, MS, CGC
7. Sophie Melly
8. Natalie Lippa, MS, CGC
9. Tamara Reynolds, MS, CGC
10. Lacey Smith, MS, CGC
11. Rozalia Valentine, MS, CGC
12. Karen Utley, BSN, RN
13. Amanda Bergner, MS, LCGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Review of epilepsy diagnoses and history of gene discovery prior to introduction of NGS.
2. Summarize advances in the field of epilepsy genetics over the last decade.
3. Describe the NSGC epilepsy practice guideline recommendations.
4. Apply guideline recommendations to patients at different points in the lifespan.
5. Recognize current challenges in field of epilepsy genetics as experienced by providers.
6. Describe clinical utility of genetic testing for the epilepsies.
7. Summarize personal utility of genetic testing for the epilepsies.
8. Review access/barriers to guideline implementation.
9. Identify disparities related to epilepsy genetic testing results.
10. Describe partnership between advocacy organizations and genetic counseling community.
11. Explain parent/consumer perspective with emphasis on involvement in advocacy.
12. Identify future directions for research in rare genetic epilepsies.
13. Identify clinical practice implications when working with patients who have epilepsy or family members with epilepsy.
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F05: Leveraging Technology to Streamline Clinic Workflow and Patient Tracking
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Ashely Daley
2. Parker Read, MS, CGC
3. Ashlie Browning, MS, CGC
4. Emily Higgs, MS, CGC
5. John Zimmerman, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss utility, general considerations, and potential challenges for the development of an electronic patient tracking system.
2. Evaluate the adaptation of database software that is widely used in the academic research community to streamline clinic workflow and patient tracking in a cancer genetics clinic.
3. Analyze a tracking system for clinical task delegation in a unique service delivery model known as Genetic Testing Station (GTS).
4. Demonstrate the application of a tracking system for research and quality improvement in cardiovascular genetic patients.
5. Identify unique outcome metrics of a tracking system and applications for assessing J.E.D.I-based initiatives in an underserved community.
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F06: Chasing Genomic Innovation: Equity, Ethics, and Law
2 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Vence Bonham Jr., JD
2. Ellen Wright Clayton, JD, MD
3. Anya Prince, JD
4. June McKoy, MD, JD, MPH, MBA
Learning Objectives:
1. Examine ways in which emerging genomic technologies exacerbate health inequities.
2. Summarize ethical considerations when developing new genomic technologies.
3. Identify essential aspects of the ethical and equitable development of new research and clinical genomics modalities and technologies.
4. Recognize the current scope of legislation surrounding genetic testing and privacy in the US.
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F07: Capitalism in Clinic: How Oppressed Powers and Policies Impact the Field of Genetic Counseling
1.5 Contact Hours
Speakers:
1. Elizabeth Feig, MS, CGC
2. Kimberly Zayhowski, MS, CGC
3. Helen Kim, MA, MS, CGC
4. Tala Berro, MS, CGC
5. Cassandra Barrett, Ph.D., MS, CGC
6. Gayun Chan-Smutko, MS, CGC
7. Michelle Takemoto, MS, CGC
8. Liann Jimmons, MS, CGC
9. Malika Sud, MS, CGC
Learning Objectives:
1. Summarize and examine topics of capitalism, abolitionism, racism, ableism, and others that are relevant to the medical industrial complex and genetic counseling profession.
2. Illustrate the impact of the medical industrial complex on genetic counselor experiences on both a professional and personal level.
3.Develop a cohesive sense of self across personal, professional, and political identities.
4. Examine concepts of worker solidarity and apply to the genetic counseling profession and genetic counselor career growth opportunities, workplace environment, and job satisfaction.
5. Cite principles and opportunities for genetic counselors to disrupt the criminalization of patients and improve access to care for Black, trans, and disabled individuals
6. Identify strategies for reducing bias within the field of genetic counseling.
7. Critique and challenge practices of eugenics, ableism, and racism in medicine and genetic counseling.
8. Examine the ways in which carceral logic impacts genetic counseling practice.
9. Promote an understanding of the essential role of collective action and collaboration in advancing patient care and the genetic counseling profession.
10. Summarize opportunities for advocacy and self-education to help genetic counselors continue their professional development and personal growth.
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