MDCGC 7th Annual Conference
Join us for the 7th Annual MDCGC Conference - a day filled with networking, learning, and fun!
Date and time
Location
Ten Oaks Ballroom
5000 Signal Bell Lane Clarksville, MD 21029Agenda
7:30 AM
Registration & Breakfast
8:00 AM - 8:15 AM
Welcome/Opening remarks
8:15 AM - 9:15 AM
Where Biology Ends and Bias Begins: Lessons on Belonging from Our DNA
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
GCs in the Age of AI: Counseling, Curiosity, and Critical Thinking
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
BREAK
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Genetic Counseling in Diabetes Mellitus
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Research Awards Presentations
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
LUNCH Pick-up and Exhibitor Hall
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Protecting Genetic Privacy: Maryland's 2024 Genetic Testing Protection Act
12:30 PM - 12:45 PM
DC Licensure Updates
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
The Increasing Specialization of Cardiac Genetic Counselors
1:15 PM - 1:30 PM
BREAK
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Keynote Presentation-Genetic Testing in Foster Care
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Novel Service Delivery Models to Improve Access to Genetic Testing
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
BREAK
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Navigating Today's Landscape of Pharmacogenomic and DTC Testing
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
New and Non-Coding DNA Mechanisms
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Closing Remarks & Evaluations
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- 9 hours 30 minutes
- In person
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About this event
Welcome to the MDCGC 7th Annual Conference!
Join us for a day filled with engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and insightful presentations. This year's conference will take place at the Ten Oaks Ballroom, providing a spacious and comfortable setting for our attendees.
Our lineup of speakers includes industry experts, thought leaders, and innovators who will share their knowledge and expertise on a variety of topics. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in your career, there's something for everyone at this event.
All genetic counselors and genetic counseling students are invited and encouraged to attend. If you are not a member of MDCGC and are interested in becoming a member, please visit the following link for details: https://www.mdcgc.org/new-members. Annual membership fees for MDCGC are $25. Members will receive a discount on registration for this event.
Registration includes breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided by our generous sponsors. This event will be submitted to the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) for approval of Category 1 CEUs.
Registration closes at 5pm on October 6, 2025, so be sure to register for this can't miss event today!
The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has authorized Maryland & DC Society of Genetic Counselors (MDCGC) to offer up to 0.75 CEUs or 7.50 Category 1 contact hours for the activity MDCGC 7th Annual Education Conference. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) will accept CEUs earned at this program for the purposes of genetic counselor recertification.
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