First-time attendees of the NSGC Annual Conference are invited to join this webinar for an overview of what to expect at the NSGC 45th Annual Conference. Learn more about NSGC membership benefits and programming, receive an overview of sessions to look forward to at this year's conference, and hear from recent graduates about their experience from attending the conference in the past. There will be time for Q&A at the end of the webinar. 

This event is exclusively for Annual Conference attendees who have registered to attend the First-Time Attendee Workshop and/or the First-Time Attendee Welcome Reception on Tuesday, Nov. 10. 

Advancements in genomic knowledge and next generation sequencing technologies have resulted in expanded carrier screening creating more equitable opportunities for individuals to learn about their reproductive risks for various genetic conditions including inherited eye and hearing conditions.  For many of the ocular and auditory conditions included in carrier screening panels there are wide spectrums of phenotypic features including age of onset and severity.  In this webinar, we discuss some common carrier screening findings for ocular and auditory conditions and offer strategies for providing a nuanced approach to genetic counseling about ocular and auditory conditions.

Presented by: 

NSGC Ophthalmology and Hearing Loss SIG
1. Shay Guetz-Lindahl, MS, CGC
2. Emily Place, MS LCGC, Senior Genetic Counselor

Learning Objectives:

1. Define the spectrum of presentation of ocular genetic conditions found on carrier screening.
2. Define the spectrum of presentation of hearing loss genetic conditions on carrier screening.

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) is a well-known law within the genetic counseling community. Most genetic counselors are familiar with its major provisions, including prohibiting genetic discrimination in health insurance and employment. Nevertheless, clinical scenarios often arise for which genetic counselors were not specifically trained. Anchoring ourselves in clinical case examples, this presentation provides a brief guide to GINA contextualized in specific scenarios where misunderstandings of the law on the part of the genetics professional and patients are likely, focusing on the legal context of the United States.

Presented By:
1. Anya Prince, JD
2. Misha Rashkin, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:
1. Summarize federal and state laws that interact with GINA in ways that can affect genetic counselor patients and families.
2. Apply GINA and other legal stipulations to specific clinical scenarios.

Genetic Counselor CEUs:
This event has been submitted to the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) for approval of Category 1 CEUs. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) accepts CEUs approved by NSGC for purposes of recertification. Approval for the requested CEUs and Contact Hours is currently pending.

Successful Completion:
1. Attend live session
2. Complete evaluation

This webinar examines how genetic counselors are implementing pharmacogenomics (PGx) testing and counseling across healthcare settings. Over 95% of the population carries clinically significant pharmacogene variants, yet implementation lags behind other genetic testing due to limited workforce training, provider literacy gaps, and high clinical decision support costs. The presenters showcased three primary PGx service delivery models: academic medicine programs (Brigham & Women's Hospital telemedicine clinic and M Health Fairview's Go4PGx Initiative), private practice collaborations between genetic counselors and pharmacists, and laboratory-based models such as Color Health's integration with cancer clinics and research partnerships. Future challenges include managing increasingly complex sequencing-based and polygenic score PGx results while capitalizing on opportunities from long-read genomics and rapid sequencing technologies. Training programs and continuing education must expand to meet growing clinical integration of PGx and establish counselor competency as a hiring differentiator.

Presented by: 

NSGC Precision Medicine SIG

Learning Objectives:

1. Explain the clinical relevance and utility of pharmacogenomics (PGx)
2. Identify barriers to PGx implementation in genetic counseling practice and recognize emerging opportunities to advance the field
3. Compare genetic counselor roles and responsibilities across academic, private practice, and laboratory-based PGx models

Join us for an engaging, case-based webinar that brings the realities of genetic counseling into focus through complex, real-world clinical scenarios. In this interactive session, expert genetic counselors will walk through challenging cases that highlight evolving genetic knowledge, nuanced risk assessment, and the counseling strategies needed to support patients facing difficult decisions.

Presented by:

1. Chenery Lowe, ScM, CGC, PhD
2. Lauren Puryear, MS, CGC
3. Brittany Sears, PhD, MSPH, LCGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify patient’s stated and unstated goals for genetic testing.
2. Design a genetic testing strategy that meets both patient’s stated and unstated goals.
3. Identify strategies to navigate ethical conflicts regarding personal autonomy, disclosure timelines, and parental authority when managing genetic testing without assent in pediatric populations.
4. Determine ethically permissible options for reproductive decisions informed by reproductive, disability, and professional ethics frameworks

Genetic Counselor CEUs: 

The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has authorized the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) to offer up to .1 CEUs or 1 Category 1 contact hour for the activity, Case Based Webinar - Part III. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) will accept CEUs earned by participating in this program for the purposes of genetic counselor recertification.

Successful Completion: 

1. View recording
2. Pass quiz
3. Complete evaluation

This all-inclusive package offers access to the full set of 24 webinars from NSGC’s 2026 Webinar Series, complete with CEUs. Please note that webinars will be added to this package as they are released.

To purchase the 2026 NSGC Webinar Series Full Package, click the blue "Register Now" button next to the package title. Do not register for the individual components included in the package.

Genetic Counselor CEUs:
The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has authorized the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) to offer up to 2.4 CEUs or 24 Category 1 contact hours for the 2026 NSGC Webinar Series Full Package. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) will accept CEUs earned by participating in this program for the purposes of genetic counselor recertification.

This package includes four specialized, in-depth educational session recordings from the NSGC 43rd Annual Conference.

To purchase NSGC 43rd Annual Conference Pre-Conference Symposia Package, click the blue "Register Now" button next to the package title. Do not register for the individual components included in the package.

Genetic Counselor CEUs:

The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has authorized the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) to offer up to 2.0 CEUs or 20 Category 1 contact hours for the activity, NSGC 43rd Annual Conference Pre-Conference Symposia Package. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) will accept CEUs earned by participating in this program for the purposes of genetic counselor recertification.

This package includes the most comprehensive set of recordings from the NSGC 43rd Annual Conference: pre-conference symposia, plenary sessions, educational breakout sessions, and on-demand sessions.

To purchase the NSGC 43rd Annual Conference Complete Sessions Package, click the blue "Register Now" button next to the package title. Do not register for the individual components included in the package.

Genetic Counselor CEUs:

The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has authorized the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) to offer up to 5.91 CEUs or 59.1 Category 1 contact hours for the activity, NSGC 43rd Annual Conference Complete Sessions Package. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) will accept CEUs earned by participating in this program for the purposes of genetic counselor recertification.

Genetic testing for pediatric neurodevelopmental disorders has evolved rapidly, with genome sequencing now recognized as a first-tier diagnostic test in updated professional guidelines. This webinar will review the evidence driving this shift, compare historical and current testing approaches, discuss practical considerations for implementation, including insurance coverage and test selection, and highlight clinical cases in which genome sequencing identified diagnoses that would likely have been missed by previous first-tier technologies. Attendees will gain practical knowledge to support evidence-based genetic counseling, educate referring providers on current testing recommendations, and incorporate genome sequencing into clinical practice to improve diagnostic outcomes for pediatric patients.

Presented by: 

NSGC Pediatrics and Clinical Genetics SIG
Emily Muth, MS, CGC
Jillian Kirk, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe recent changes in professional guidelines supporting genome sequencing as a first-tier diagnostic test for pediatric patients with neurodevelopmental conditions.
2. Apply evidence from clinical case examples to identify scenarios in which genome sequencing can provide diagnoses that would likely be missed using older testing strategies.
3. Discuss practical considerations for implementing genome sequencing in clinical practice, including insurance coverage, test selection, and genetic counseling implications.
4. Describe how provider education on current genetic testing recommendations can facilitate earlier diagnosis of neurodevelopmental conditions, improving access and promoting equitable care. 

Genetic Counselor CEUs: 

The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has authorized the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) to offer up to .1 CEUs or 1 Category 1 contact hour for the activity, From First-Tier Then to First-Tier Now: Implementing Genome Sequencing for Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disorders. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) will accept CEUs earned by participating in this program for the purposes of genetic counselor recertification.

Successful Completion: 

1. View recording
2. Pass quiz
3. Complete evaluation

This webinar explores the evolving genetic counseling landscapes in Hong Kong and the Dominican Republic, highlighting both opportunities and challenges in expanding access to care. The first half provides an overview of genetic counseling in Hong Kong, including training pathways, service delivery, genetic testing infrastructure, and barriers to workforce development and patient access. The second half offers a first-hand perspective on establishing a genetic counseling practice in the Dominican Republic, examining legal and certification challenges, clinical practice across reproductive and pediatric settings, and obstacles to genetic testing. Participants will gain insight into how genetic counseling is delivered in two distinct healthcare systems and the practical realities of advancing the profession in emerging regions. The session concludes with a call for global collaboration, advocacy, and resource sharing to strengthen genetic counseling services worldwide.

Presented by: 

NSGC International SIG
Yoyo (Wing Yiu) Chu, MGenCoun, FHGSA (Genetic Counselling)
Camila M. Marranzini, MS, GC

Learning Objectives:

1. Summarize the education, training pathways, and professional roles of genetic counselors in Hong Kong, including available programs and integration within public and private healthcare systems.
2. Describe the regulatory framework, minimum practice requirements, and certification barriers affecting genetic counselors in the Dominican Republic, including challenges related to international credentialing systems (ABGC, EBMG).
3. Analyze structural and systemic barriers to genetic testing access in both Hong Kong and the Dominican Republic, including cost, insurance coverage, infrastructure limitations, and disparities compared to higher-resource settings.
4. Evaluate how cultural, religious, and socioeconomic factors influence the delivery of genetic counseling and clinical practice adaptations in resource-limited settings.

Genetic Counselor CEUs: 

The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has authorized the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) to offer up to .1 CEUs or 1 Category 1 contact hour for the activity, Voices from the Field: Genetic Counseling in Hong Kong and the Dominican Republic. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) will accept CEUs earned by participating in this program for the purposes of genetic counselor recertification.

Successful Completion: 

1. View recording
2. Pass quiz
3. Complete evaluation