We explore the genetic counseling board exam, its development, delivery, and resources available to test takers by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) directly! There is so much to cover so this is a DOUBLE EPISODE of DNA Today.

#294 Newborn Screening for Cancer Disposition with Dr. Lisa Diller

9 days ago 35m 32s

In this episode we explore the emerging field of newborn screening for cancer predisposition with Dr. Lisa Diller from Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s. What’s special about this podcast episode? Two Sarah Lawrence Genetic Counseling students too

#293 Smith-Magenis Syndrome with Parent Scotti Taylor

16 days ago 35m 17s

In this episode, we explore the rare genetic disorder Smith-Magenis Syndrome (SMS) with our guest, Scotti Taylor. Scotti shares her personal journey and insights about her oldest daughter, Drew, who was diagnosed with SMS. Join us as we learn a

#292 TALEN® Gene Editing Technology with Cellectis

23 days ago 30m 59s

The real power of gene editing is being able to choose exactly where to edit a genetic disorder, as easily as correcting a tiny typo in a text.With its 25 years of expertise, Cellectis was the first company to translate gene editing tools in

#291 AFAP with Advocate Dan Dry Dock Shockley

30 days ago 31m 37s

In this episode, we are joined by Dan Dry Dock Shockley, a retired Navy veteran and advocate living with a hereditary colon cancer syndrome. Dan’s journey from military service to becoming a passionate advocate for hereditary cancer awareness i

#290 Genetic Ethics with Dr. Arthur Caplan

May 24th, 2024 27m 28s

To discuss ethics in genetics, we are honored to host Dr. Arthur Caplan (he/him), a renowned bioethicist and a pivotal figure in the field of medical ethics. He is currently the Drs. William F and Virginia Connolly Mitty Professor and founding

#289 CRISPR Cured Victoria Gray’s Sickle Cell: Part 2

May 17th, 2024 26m 24s

Victoria is a patient advocate and international speaker from Mississippi. She is also a wife and mother of four children. Since being treated with CRISPR she has been featured in nearly every major publication including PBS, NPR, Forbes, Good

#288 CRISPR Cured Victoria Gray’s Sickle Cell: Part 1

May 10th, 2024 34m 25s

It has happened. CRISPR has been successfully used to treat sickle cell, we’d even venture to use the term cure. And today we are talking with the first person in the world who was cured from a genetic condition using CRISPR, Victoria Gray!

#287 Familial Hypercholesterolemia with Jess and Julie

May 3rd, 2024 33m 42s

We dive into the journey of a family who unexpectedly discovered a genetic condition and the pivotal role that research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) played in their understanding and treatment. Joining us are Jess, a patient with

#286 Qatar Genome Program with Dr. Said Ismail

Apr 26th, 2024 34m 55s

We have an international perspective in this episode who is a leader in genetics in Qatar. We previously talked to the first certified genetic counselor in Qatar, Shenela Lakhani, in Episode #109. If you haven’t yet we encourage you to check th

#285 AI To Enhance Variant Curation with Daniel Uribe

Apr 19th, 2024 33m 21s

In our most streamed episode of 2023, we delved into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on genetics with Daniel Uribe, the founder and CEO of GenoBank.io. Now, Daniel returns to the show to provide us with insi

#284 IVF Implications of Alabama's Frozen Embryo Ruling with Laura Hercher

Apr 12th, 2024 39m 51s

Trigger warning: In this episode sensitive topics are discussed including, but not limited to, miscarriage, sexual abuse, manslaughter, and child abuse. On February 16th, 2024 the Alabama Supreme Court brought fertility care in that state to

#283 Cardiogenetics with Blueprint Genetics

Apr 5th, 2024 32m 25s

We delve into the intricate intersection of genetics and cardiac health, exploring the profound impact of genetic insights on patient care and treatment decisions. Joining us are two distinguished guests from Blueprint Genetics, Julie Hathaway

#282 The Evolution of Caring for Females With OTC Deficiency

Mar 29th, 2024 30m 17s

Ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency (OTC-D) is the most common urea cycle disorder (UCD) and is inherited in an X-linked manner. Females with OTC-D are affected to varying degrees. Some female patients will develop chronic and nonspecific sym

#281 Tay-Sachs with Dr. Matthew Goldstein

Mar 22nd, 2024 1h 8m

A physician-scientist father shares his heartbreaking story of the death of his daughter who was diagnosed with Tay-Sachs disease and how it motivated him to become the CEO of JScreen to prevent this experience in other families. This episod

#280 Celebrating Down Syndrome with Parent & Nurse Jenness Stock

Mar 15th, 2024 35m 4s

National Down Syndrome Awareness day is just around the corner on March 21st, since it’s the 21st day of the third month (a reference to the three copies of chromosome 21). To learn more about the condition and community we are joined by pat

#279 Reflecting on 50 Years of Greenwood Genetic Center

Mar 8th, 2024 34m

We are excited to welcome on the show Lori Bassett, a board-certified genetic counselor and the Director of Communications at the Greenwood Genetic Center (GGC). As GGC commemorates its 50th anniversary this year, Lori joins us to shed light on

#278 DNA Dialogues: Rare Disease Family Experience

Mar 2nd, 2024 46m 20s

Welcome to the first episode of DNA Dialogues, the official podcast of the Journal of Genetic Counseling. DNA Today’s Host/Producer Kira Dineen is on the production team of DNA Dialogues and is excited to share the first episode of the podcast!

#277 Trisomy 18 with Parent Sarita Edwards

Feb 23rd, 2024 30m 59s

To continue our rare disease month celebrations (leading up to rare disease day on Feb 29th, the rarest day in the year), in this episode we chat with Sarita Edwards who’s son Elijah has Trisomy 18. Sarita Edwards (she/her) is the CEO & Pres

#276 Targeted DNA Methylation Sequencing with Wasatch BioLabs

Feb 16th, 2024 32m 55s

In this episode, we're diving deep into the realm of targeted DNA methylation sequencing, a cutting-edge technology with vast implications for clinical diagnostics and research. Joining us are Chad Pollard, CEO and Co-Founder of Wasatch BioLabs

#275 ALS Genetics with Dr. Patrick Short

Feb 9th, 2024 33m 17s

In this episode we're delving into the intricate landscape of ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Returning to the show is Dr. Patrick Short, CEO and Co-Founder of the healthtech platform Sano Genetics.

#274 Wolfram Syndrome with Stephanie Snow Gebel

Feb 2nd, 2024 39m 55s

Happy Rare Disease Month! Did you know why February was chosen? It's because it harbors the rarest day of the year, February 29th, which coincides with Rare Disease Day. To kick off this special month, we're thrilled to share a poignant episode

#273 ENPP1 Deficiency Disorders with Inozyme

Jan 26th, 2024 34m 29s

As we delve into the intricacies of ENPP1 Deficiency Disorders, Dr. Yves Sabbagh and Christine O’Brien provide invaluable insights into genetics, diagnostics, treatment, and collaborative efforts between the patient community and pharmaceutical

#272 Clinical Trials for One Patient with Dr. Joe Gleeson

Jan 19th, 2024 25m 9s

This episode was originally released on the Patient Empowerment Program podcast, where our host Kira Dineen serves as a Producer. Sometimes you might even hear Kira’s voice in promos and ads. In this podcast, Dr. Stan Crooke and Dr. Gleeson

#271 Genetic Optic Neuropathies with Dr. Andrew Carey

Jan 12th, 2024 55m 42s

This episode was originally released on It Happened To Me: A Rare Disease podcast, where our host Kira Dineen is the Executive Producer. Sometimes you might even hear Kira join as a guest host especially when there will be genetic topics. It