Education and Events

1.5 contact hours

1. Martha Nance, MD
2. Mara Sifry, MS, LCGC
3. Wes Solem, ScM, CGC
4. Clare Gibbons, MS, CGC, CCGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the mechanisms involved in the new, complex genetics of Huntington Disease.
2. Recognize how this new understanding around HD genetics will impact current genetic counseling and testing practices.
3. Evaluate different testing processes and how they can be modified to fit the changing landscape around genetic testing.
4. Participants will be able to recognize important themes in genetic counseling and testing for neurodegenerative conditions.
5. Participants will be able to apply knowledge of current research approaches to assist patients to understand how they may contribute to finding treatments for Huntington Disease.

Purchase B02 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Caitlin Finn, MS, CGC
2. Courtney Gwynne, MS, CGC
3. Rebecca Scott, Esq.
4. Abigail Scott, B.S. Candidate
5. Nadine Channaoui, MS, CGC
6. Kimberly Harmon, MD
7. Chelsea Pappas, MS, CGC
8. Maya del Rosario, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Summarize the current occurrence and survival rates of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA), including related disparities
2. Examine first-hand experiences of OHCA as told by a survivor of OHCA who had genetic predisposition and a bystander
3. Illustrate actions bystanders can take to improve survival of OHCA
4. Identify organizations, initiatives, and legislation aimed at increasing bystander preparedness for OHCA
5. Demonstrate strategies to incorporate CPR/AED preparedness into genetic counseling session

Purchase B03 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Lawrence Ingrassia, BA
2. Joshua Schiffman, MD
3. Greg Harper

Learning Objectives:

1. Summarize the current landscape of LFS including the latest medical management recommendations and advancements in research
2. Identify key lessons from Ingrassia's personal narrative that genetic counselors can apply to their own practice in addressing the complex psychosocial and clinical needs of patients and family members with LFS and other similar hereditary syndromes
3. Describe the important role that patient advocacy groups play in providing patient support and education and promoting research

Purchase B04 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Sofia Horan, MS, CGC
2. Olivia Maher Trocki, MS, CGC
3. Allan Fisher, MD
4. Maria Katz, MSc, LCGC
5. Kathryn J. Gray, MD, PhD

Learning Objectives:

1. Evaluate the clinical utility of WGS at different points in the reproductive journey.
2. Identify ethical implications of the use of WGS in the prenatal period and the preconception period.
3. Delineate the current technical state of WGS by examining similarities and differences in technical methodologies, potential results, and clinical actionability between preconception and pregnancy.

Purchase B05 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Renata Thoeny, MS, LGC
2. Nour Chanouha, MS, LGC
3. Kendra Schaa, ScM
4. Ellen Macnamara, ScM, CGC
5. Anna Chassevent, ScM, CGC
6. Susanna Smith, MPH

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe principles of meaning-centered counseling (logotherapy)
2. Illustrate meaning-centered counseling techniques for “stuckness” across diverse clinical specialties
3. Demonstrate the application of meaning-centered counseling practice as an inclusive strategy for culturally and ethically competent counseling
4. Examine how meaning-centered counseling facilitates competent and confident genetic counseling

Purchase B06 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Anjali Narain, MS, LGC
2. Kiley Johnson, MS, CGC
3. Aisha Furqan, MS, MS, CGC
4. Stephanie A. Cohen, MS, LCGC
5. Deanna Brockman, MS, CGC
6. Alejandra M. Cantu Villarreal, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Examine how different healthcare institutions are implementing administrative AI tools in genetic counseling practice
2. Compare approaches to integrating AI tools into genetic counseling workflows
3. Evaluate the impact of AI tools on genetic counselor efficiency
4. Analyze practical considerations for AI tool adoption in genetic counseling practice

Purchase B07 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Jamie Fong, MS, CGC
2. Abbey Scott, MS, CGC
3. Kimberly Widmeyer, MS, CGC
4. Leslie KW Cyprych, MS, MPH, CGC
5. Rachel Thienprayoon, MD, MSCS

Learning Objectives:

1. Develop skills to facilitate compassionate, informed discussions around peri-mortem genetic testing, autopsy, and the emotional impact of life-limiting diagnoses.
2. Examine the unique challenges and ethical considerations faced by genetic counselors when supporting patients and families during critical care and end-of-life situations.
3. Implement strategies that support both families and genetic counselors surrounding grief and trauma.

Purchase B08 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Charlotte Skinner, MS, MPH, CGC
2. Erica Vaccari, MS, CGC
3. Sarah Soto, MS, CGC
4. Susan Hahn, MS, CGC
5. Marissa Clark, MS, CGC
6. Lucy Langer, MD, MSHS

Learning Objectives:

1.Explain the genetic testing reimbursement landscape and ways you can improve genetic testing access for your patients
2. Identify key complexities in policy language, coding, and billing that muddle the utilization of genetic testing
3. Cite the evidence around common reasons for denials of testing claims submitted to insurers
4. Distinguish unique challenges in Medicaid, Medicare and commercial insurance billing environments and implications for equitable access to testing
5. Describe the path to reimbursement for a new-to-market diagnostic test
6. Provide billing best practices and tangible steps to increase the likelihood of appropriate patients utilizing his/her medical benefits

Purchase B09 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Kenny Wong, MS, CGC
2. Moran Snir, M.Sc., MBA
3. Abel Kho, MD, MS, FACMI
4. Kunal Sanghavi, MBBS, MS, CGC
5. Josephine Minick, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Apply genetic test evaluation principles and frameworks to critically assess AI tools for clinical practice, including key performance metrics, data requirements, and limitations
2. Assess AI validation studies and performance claims to inform clinical implementation decisions
3. Evaluate the ethical implications of AI implementation in genetic services, including data bias, privacy considerations, and equitable access
4. Develop practical strategies for determining appropriate use cases for AI tools in genetic counseling practice and monitoring their performance

Purchase B10 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Morgan Brzozowski, MS, LCGC
2. Dunni Odumosu, MS
3. Laynie Dratch, ScM, CGC
4. Kimberley A. Bell
5. Tammy Krents
6. Ben Hurlbut, PhD

Learning Objectives:

1. Compare variables between different gene therapies.
2. Examine regulatory aspects of gene therapy.
3. Identify the role(s) of genetic counselors as part of gene therapy teams.
4. Illustrate psychosocial and logistical considerations for patients considering gene therapy trials or treatments.
5. Evaluate ethical considerations related to gene therapy.
6. Examine available resources for staying up-to-date on gene therapy.

Purchase B11 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Marybeth McAfee, MS, GC
2. Michelle Bina, MS, CGC
3. Rachel Mador-House, MS, MSc, CGC, MBA
4. Scott M. Weissman, MS, CGC
5. Arpita Neogi, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify transferable genetic counseling skills.
2. List examples of diverse career paths in genetics and beyond.
3. Craft a compelling introduction to showcase your unique skills.
4. Develop effective networking strategies to expand professional connections.

Purchase B12 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Lisa Castillo, MS, CGC
2. Susan Christian, MSc, PhD, CGC
3. Carol Ko, MS, CGC
4. Amy Shikany, MS, CGC
5. Monisha Kisling, MS, CGC
6. Christina Rigelsky, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Examine novel service delivery models that improve access and/or efficiency in the outpatient pre and postnatal cardiogenetic testing pipeline
2. Illustrate effective strategies to improve equitable patient identification and referral
3. Evaluate the scope of practice of the genetic counselor in various service delivery models

Purchase B13 Recording

1 contact hour

Speakers:

1. Emma Schopp, ScM, CGC
2. Sarah Saxton, MS, CGC
3. Heather MacLeod, MS, CGC
4. John Walsh, MD
5. Cindy James, PhD, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the current landscape of postmortem genetic testing, including program availability, insurance coverage, and ethical considerations.
2. Evaluate clinical indications, sample selection, and psychosocial impact for surviving relatives when implementing postmortem genetic testing.

Purchase C03 Recording

1 contact hour

Speakers:

1. Shawn Fayer, PhD
2. Abbye McEwen, MD PhD
3. Andrew Stergachis, MD PhD, FACMG
4. Pankhuri Gupta, MS, GC

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify MAVE workflow and reputable functional data sources through data quality and the design and execution of functional studies.
2. Integrate functional data into the ACMG/AMP framework using Odds of Pathogenicity calculations for translating functional data into functional evidence.
3. Identify how to apply functional evidence to actual clinical cases of variant interpretation and/or reclassification.

Purchase C04 Recording

1 contact hour

Speakers:

1. Rebecca Reeder, MS, CGC
2. Marisa Jendras, MMSc, CGC
3. Jeannie Klavanian, MS, CGC
4. Nadia Ali, Ph.D.

Learning Objectives:

1. Summarize available literature on genetic counselor’s experiences with countertransference.
2. Illustrate personal experiences with countertransference through two genetic counselor’s personal stories.
3. Define strategies to help in the identification of countertransference in the workplace.
4. Examine ways countertransference can be an asset to genetic counselors.

Purchase C05 Recording

1 contact hour

Speakers:

1. Kimberly Zayhowski, MS, CGC
2. Kathleen (Kate) F. Mittendorf, PhD
3. Malika Sud, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the data privacy implications of LGBTQ+ identity, gender-affirming care, and abortion care documentation for genetic counselors in clinical, laboratory, and research settings.
2. Apply a relational ethics lens to data protection in genetic counseling for LGBTQ+ individuals and patients seeking abortion care.
3. Articulate best practices for safeguarding patient interests including privacy and autonomy in genetic healthcare and research.

Purchase C07 Recording

1 contact hour

Speakers:

1. Lindsay Zetzsche, MBA, MS, LCGC
2. Paige Haas, PhD, MS, CGC
3. Katie Stoll, MS, CGC
4. Michael Astion, MD, PhD

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe current trends and challenges related to genetic testing, ordering and reimbursement.
2. Discuss the balance between caring for the individual patient and sustaining genetic testing for the population within the healthcare system.
3. Identify ways in which genetic counselors can engage and promote responsible and high quality genetic testing practices through stewardship.
4. Summarize a vision for the future of genetic test stewardship.

Purchase C08 Recording

2 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Ashlee Vargason, MGC, LCGC
2. Brittany DeGreef, MS, CGC
3. Liam Riddle, MS, CGC
4. Erin Nordquist, MS, CGC
5. Zameena Lakhani, MS, CGC
6. Melissa Truelson, MS, LCGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Explore the clinical implications and ethical considerations of managing incidental findings in hereditary cancer genes.
2. Recognize reproductive complexities associated with hereditary cancer testing.
3. Describe the challenges of counseling patients with complex hereditary cancer results including low penetrance cancer gene variants, moscaism, and variants with conflicting pathogenicity classifications.
4. Develop actionable strategies to promote justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in genetic counseling practices as it relates to challenging or ambiguous hereditary cancer cases.

Purchase D01 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Sara Lewis, MS, CGC
2. Juliana Perez Botero, MD
3. Dawn Rotellini, BS

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify common symptoms of bleeding disorders in individuals AFAB that may be underrecognized.
2. Describe the unique challenges faced by individuals AFAB in relation to reproductive health.
3. Evaluate the unmet needs of individuals AFAB with bleeding disorders.
4. Determine how genetic counselors can identify and advocate for these patients in their clinical practices.

Purchase D07 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Amanda Odell, MS, LGC
2. Mary-Beth Roberts, MS, CGC
3. Ryan Schmidt, MD, PhD
4. Jennifer Goldstein, PhD, MS, CGC
6. Dawn Peck, MS, CGC
7. B. Monica Bowen, PhD
8. Molly Marra, PhD, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Summarize the audience’s current use of terminology of non-Mendelian variants utilizing interactive discussions, highlighting the variability in usage and examining ongoing efforts to establish standardized definitions and guidelines within the field of clinical genetics.
2. Examine the impact of reporting hypomorphs and pseudodeficiency variants on genetic counseling practices, focusing on how these variants affect counseling strategies, patient decision-making, and overall patient experience.
3. Using an interactive panel of laboratory genetic professionals, evaluate how clinical laboratories currently report mild, hypomorphic, or pseudodeficiency variants across different testing platforms and diagnostic scenarios, with a focus on reporting practices, challenges, and professional recommendations.

Purchase D08 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Colin Pritchard, MD, PhD
2. Angie Jacobson, MS, CGC, LGC
3. Megan Hitchins, PhD

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify clinical scenarios appropriate for constitutional MLH1 promoter hypermethylation studies
2. Examine the clinical utility of testing for APC mosaicism in probands and their families
3. Evaluate the impact of paired somatic/germline testing for hereditary GI cancer syndrome risk assessment
4. Illustrate options for testing beyond multigene panels, using GI case examples

Purchase D09 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Hila Milo Rasouly, PhD, MScGC
2. Gillian Hooker, PhD, ScM, CGC
3. Mike Spigler, MCHES
4. Emani McConnell-Brent

Learning Objectives:

1. Review innovations in diagnosing and managing rare kidney diseases.
2. Describe current health disparities among patients with kidney disease regarding accessing genetic counseling and testing and policy efforts to improve access.
3. Identify specific guideline-recommended genetic tests used to diagnose kidney diseases by discussing tools and processes commonly used in clinical practice.
4. Outline strategies for educating and treating patients with rare kidney diseases by analyzing best practices, existing protocols and tips for developing communication plans.

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1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Susan Howell, MS, CGC, MBA
2. Shanlee Davis, MD, PhD
3. Alicia Hernandez, MS, CGC
4. Grace Budhan
5. Jessica Budhan
6. Katelyn Fisher
7. Catherine Fisher, JD
8. Taylor Czarnecki
9. Jen Czarnecki, MSPT

Learning Objectives:

1. Summarize the updates from the 2024 published clinical practice guidelines for Turner syndrome
2. Illustrate challenges experienced by practicing genetic counselors
3. Examine how NIPT has impacted secondary findings of mosaicism and management implications
4. Examine lived experiences from the perspectives of patients and their families
5. Identify gaps in diversity and equity in TS research and care

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1.5 contact hours CEU's Coming Soon!

Speakers:

1. Ursula Tsosie, MS
2. Katie Neimeyer, MS, CGC
3. Alexa McAdam, MSc, CGC, CCGC
4. Kimber McDowell, MS, CGC
5. Faye Martin

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe established frameworks for the ethical engagement of Indigenous communities in clinical genetics, genomic research, and key barriers to relationship-building in the Pacific Northwest.
2. Identify actionable strategies to address historical mistrust.
3. Reflect on core principles of ethical practice in clinical and research genetics when working with Indigenous peoples.
4. Foster respectful, bidirectional relationships between genetic providers and Indigenous communities.

Purchase D12 Recording

1 contact hour

Speakers:

1. Katherine Bonini, MS, MA, CGC
2. Karen Miga, PhD
3. Stephanie Malia Fullerton, DPhil

Learning Objectives:

1. Explain the human pangenome and why it is necessary to address the limitations of the traditional reference genome.
2. Identify ethical issues related to the development and use of the human pangenome, particularly as it relates to better representing global genetic diversity and improving care for underrepresented populations.
3. Identify how the human pangenome will enhance clinical genetic testing practices, including improving diagnostic accuracy and addressing health disparities.

Purchase B01 Recording

1 contact hour

Speakers:

1. Susanna J. Smith, MPH
2. Aaron Goldenberg, PhD, MPH
3. Natalie Ram, JD
4. Lisa Schlager, BA, MPP

Learning Objectives:

1. Illustrate through storytelling how fear of genetic discrimination operates in one previvor’s life and its implications for relationships with healthcare providers.
2. Identify how using exome and whole genome sequencing as first line genomic tests and the return of incidental and secondary findings from genomic studies may pose risks for genetic discrimination.
3. Identify the legal limitations of GINA, the lack of public awareness of these limitations, and the importance of state law.
4. Determine where there are active state legislative efforts and opportunities to get involved.

Purchase C01 Recording

0.5 contact hours CEU's Coming Soon!

Speakers:

1. Monisha Sebastin, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify current global challenges in accessing clinical genetics services
2. Assess the potential strategies by which a global directory could improve direct connection amongst providers and access to genetics services globally

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1 contact hour CEU's Coming Soon!

Speakers:

1. Stephanie Gandomi, MS, MBA, CGC
2. Neha Kumar, Sc.M.
3. Despina Sanoudou, PhD
5. Kenny Wong, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe emerging practice areas where genetic counselors are currently contributing to the integration of genomics in diverse fields through the lens of active professionals.
2. Analyze the career pathways and skill sets that enable genetic counselors to expand into innovative roles.

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1 contact hour CEU's Coming Soon!

Speakers:

1. Emily Brown, MGC, CGC
2. Kimberly Zayhowski, MS, CGC
3. Sharon Aufox, MS, CGC
4. Cindy James, PhD, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Discuss the history of the Jane Engelberg Memorial Fellowship (JEMF) award.
2. Discuss the preliminary findings of a study exploring a novel service delivery model for inpatient genetic testing.
3. Describe the development of a community-engaged initiative to create educational resources that support transgender and gender diverse individuals in understanding genetic risk assessment related to gender-affirming mastectomies.
4. Describe current JEMF initiatives and funding opportunities.

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1 contact hour

Speakers:

Krystal S. Tsosie, PhD, MPH, MA

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the extent and causes of Indigenous underrepresentation in current genomic databases and its impact on variant interpretation.
2. Explain how gaps in genomic data contribute to diagnostic ambiguity, limit risk estimates, and pose clinical challenges in genetic counseling for Indigenous patients.
3. Identify the ethical and health equity implications of genomic data disparities in Indigenous health care.
4. Discuss strategies and emerging efforts to improve Indigenous representation in genomic research and databases.
5. Recognize the role of genetic counselors and clinicians in advocating for inclusive genomic medicine to reduce disparities in care.

Purchase E01 Recording

0.5 contact hours

Speakers:

Toni Pollin, MS, PhD, CGC, LCGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the major types of diabetes including in a historical context and role of common and rare genetic variants in disease etiology and current and emerging implications of a precise diagnosis for medical management

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1.25 contact hours CEU's Coming Soon!

Speakers:

1. Brenda Finucane, MS, CGC
2. Scott Grosse, PhD
3. Chaya N. Murali, MD

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify current federal health care administrative messaging on autism and its impact on patients and families
2. List two ways genetic counselors can improve advocacy across areas of practice

Purchase E03 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Alan Schorr, DO, FAAIM, FACE
2. Malka Shaw, LCSW

Learning Objectives:

1. Recognize antisemitism by listening to and reflecting on lived experiences shared by Jewish patients and healthcare professionals.
2. Discuss the historical connection between antisemitism, eugenics, and the Holocaust, and the role healthcare practitioners played during this period.
3. Apply practical strategies to educate genetic counselors about antisemitism and ways antisemitism can cause harm.

Purchase F01 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Derek Ansel, MS, CGC
2. Courtney Berrios, MSc, ScM, CGC
3. Tricia See ScM, CGC
4. Karmen Trzupek, MS, CGC
5. Hetal Vig, MS, MGC, CGC
6. Kelly JB Athman, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. List current roles that genetic counselors play in clinical trials and research engagement, with special emphasis on gene therapy, rare disease and cancer clinical trials.
2. Outline the skills and training recommended for genetic counseling looking to fill roles in facilitating clinical trials and research.
3. Identify key areas of opportunity for genetic counselors to help facilitate clinical trials and research, especially in advancing patient-centered models.

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1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Carmen Tso, MPH
2. Karianne Herdman, BS
3. Pilar Magulous, MS, CGC
4. Carolyn Applegate, MGC, CGC
5. Brian Reys, MS, CGC
6. Alexa Badalamenti, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Analyze the impact of billing code 96041 on GCA justification.
2. Examine challenges related to variability in scope, competencies, and concerns about overlap between GCAs and genetic counselors.
3. Engage critically with diverse perspectives on the future of the GCA role through a recorded debate-style panel, providing actionable insights for advancing the profession.
4. Develop an RVU-assisted argument to hiring and maintaining a GCA workforce.

Purchase F03 Recording

1.5 contact hours

Speakers:

1. Marjan Champine, MS, MBA, CGC
2. KT Curry, MS, CGC
3. Morgan Houde, MMSc, CGC
4. Ellen Matloff, MS, CGC
5. Tricia Z. Page, MS, CGC, PMP, CSM
6. Courtney Rowell Tate, MS, MBA
7. Sarah Witherington, MS, CGC
8. Kate Wilson, MS, CGCn

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify transferable skills from genetic counseling clinical practice and how they apply to industry and business roles.
2. Develop effective communication strategies to articulate your skills and strengths to potential employers.
3. Analyze opportunities to build or enhance skills for the evolving job market and how they apply in your career development strategy.
4. Create a personalized resource and actionable plan to market yourself more effectively.

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