Given the rapid and numerous developments in the field of genetics, there is a growing need for genetic counselors in nearly every area of medicine, as well as a need for students that represent all of us. This includes people of color, men, members of the LGBTQIA+...
The field of genetic counseling has been growing exponentially for decades. The number of certified genetic counselors has increased by over 100% in the last 10 years and is expected to grow another 100% in the next 10 years. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics...
This is the seventeenth installment in our series, “Trailblazing Genetic Counselors”, in which we highlight genetic counselors who are pioneers in the field. Genetic counselors are health professionals with specialized graduate degrees and experience in the areas of...
This is a guest post by our Communications Lead, Kira Dineen, check out the original post on DNA Today’s website which also features a half hour audio podcast episode where three fellow incoming genetic counseling graduate students discuss the application...
February 2019 Update So, I’m back! It’s been a little less than a year since you first heard about my journey and I just wanted to give a couple of updates about life. I am three weeks into my second semester of sophomore year and have never been so busy!...
To celebrate National Book Lovers Day, which takes place each year on August 9, we asked our genetics community to share their favorite genetic or healthcare-related books. Check out all the book recommendations below! There are so many good ones! Right now, I'm...