BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting will be a hybrid event in 2022 with the options to attend in person in Nashville or online. This meeting continues to provide groundbreaking research and the latest advances in medical genetics, genomics and personalized medicine. The 2022 ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting will offer media a firsthand look at what is shaping the future of genetics and genomics in medicine and will offer a variety of engaging and interactive educational formats and types of sessions—from Scientific Sessions and Workshops to TED-Style Talks, Case-based Sessions, Platform Presentations and Short Courses.
Interview those at the forefront in medical genetics and genomics, connect with new sources, and get story ideas on the clinical practice of genetics and genomics in healthcare today and for the future. Learn how genetics and genomics research is being integrated and applied in medical practice. Topics include artificial intelligence in genetics, gene editing, cancer genetics, direct-to-consumer genetic testing, exome sequencing, pre- and perinatal genetics, the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the study of genetics, biochemical/metabolic genetics, genetic counseling, health services and implementation, legal and ethical issues, therapeutics and more.
Credentialed media representatives on assignment are invited to cover the ACMG Annual Meeting – Hybrid Event on a complimentary basis. Contact Reymar Santos at rsantos@acmg.net for the Press Registration Invitation Code, which will be needed to register at www.acmgmeeting.net.
Abstracts will be available online in February. All attendees will have access to session recordings until April 30.
A few 2022 ACMG Annual Meeting highlights include:
Program Highlights:
Two Short Courses Available Starting on Tuesday, March 22:
Cutting-Edge Scientific Concurrent Sessions:
Social Media for the 2022 ACMG Meeting: As the ACMG Annual Meeting approaches, journalists can stay up to date on new sessions and information by following the ACMG social media pages on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and by using the hashtag #ACMGMtg22 for meeting-related tweets and posts.
The ACMG Annual Meeting website has extensive information at www.acmgmeeting.net and will be updated as new information becomes available. All plenaries plus one session per time block are currently planned for streaming.
About the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) and ACMG Foundation
Founded in 1991, the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) is the only nationally recognized medical professional organization solely dedicated to improving health through the practice of medical genetics and genomics, and the only medical specialty society in the US that represents the full spectrum of medical genetics disciplines in a single organization. The ACMG is the largest membership organization specifically for medical geneticists, providing education, resources and a voice for more than 2,400 clinical and laboratory geneticists, genetic counselors and other healthcare professionals, nearly 80% of whom are board certified in the medical genetics specialties. ACMG's mission is to improve health through the clinical and laboratory practice of medical genetics as well as through advocacy, education and clinical research, and to guide the safe and effective integration of genetics and genomics into all of medicine and healthcare, resulting in improved personal and public health. Four overarching strategies guide ACMG's work: 1) to reinforce and expand ACMG's position as the leader and prominent authority in the field of medical genetics and genomics, including clinical research, while educating the medical community on the significant role that genetics and genomics will continue to play in understanding, preventing, treating and curing disease; 2) to secure and expand the professional workforce for medical genetics and genomics; 3) to advocate for the specialty; and 4) to provide best-in-class education to members and nonmembers. Genetics in Medicine, published monthly, is the official ACMG journal. ACMG's website (www.acmg.net) offers resources including policy statements, practice guidelines, educational programs and a 'Find a Genetic Service' tool. The educational and public health programs of the ACMG are dependent upon charitable gifts from corporations, foundations and individuals through the ACMG Foundation for Genetic and Genomic Medicine.
Kathy Moran, MBA
kmoran@acmg.net
SOURCE American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics
