7m��Ƶ

"Celebrating Women's Health: Taking Control through Carrier and Cancer Screening" 
Aug. 27
Speakers: Salma A. Nassef, M.S., C.G.C.,Assistant Professor, Department of Molecular and Human Genetics, 7m��Ƶ & Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology; Sandra Darilek, M.S., C.G.C.
Associate Professor, Department of Molecular and Human Genetics, 7m��Ƶ & Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
This session reviewed how genetic carrier screening, cancer genetic testing, and the importance of family history can be helpful to better understand the chance of having a child with a genetic condition, the risk to develop cancer based on personal and family history, and how someone can use this information to make more informed decisions about their reproductive plans and overall health.

"The Genetics of Cystic Fibrosis" 
April 30
Speakers: , Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics,  Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, 7m��Ƶ; Director, Baylor Cystic Fibrosis Care Center, Texas Children's Hospital; Farah Ladha, M.S., C.G.C., Pediatric Genetic Counselor, Texas Children's Hospital/7m��Ƶ; , Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Baylor Cystic FIbrosis Care Center, Texas Children's Hospital
The seminar centered on Cystic Fibrosis with a focus on genetics, updates in the latest treatment, and the pediatric-to-adult healthcare transition process. The panel included a person with Cystic Fibrosis and members of the pediatric Cystic Fibrosis care team.

Understanding Autism: Navigating the Journey Together
March 26
Speaker: Madeline Racine, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics - Psychology, 7m��Ƶ
The seminar focused on resources in the community, practical tips for day-to-day care, and transitioning from childhood to adulthood with an autism diagnosis, and there was an opportunity for Q&A.

Race and Genetics: Perspectives of Precision Medicine
Feb. 27
Speakers: , Francisco J. Tedesco Distinguished Chair of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and professor of pediatrics, biochemistry and molecular biology and graduate studies at Augusta University; , Resident bioethicist and professor of bioethics and allied health Sciences at Tuskegee University, bioethicist for Alabama Genomic Health Initiative and Southern All of Us Research Network; Alice Solomon, Ph.D. candidate in molecular medicine at the University of Arizona
The focus of this year's discussion was on sickle cell disease research and an update was given on the technical, research, clinical, and bioethics of the condition.

Before, During, and After a Medical Genetics Evaluation
Jan. 30
Speakers: Haley Streff, M.S., C.G.C. Assistant Professor, Department of Molecular and Human Genetics, 7m��Ƶ with Parent Advocate, Jennifer Slater
The seminar focused on how and when to refer to pediatric or adult genetics, what happens during a genetics evaluation and the basics of genetic testing, and recommendations for caring or managing a patient with or without a known genetic diagnosis after a genetics evaluation.

2023

Demystifying Schizophrenia: A Comprehensive Overview of Genetic Risk Factors and Evidence-Based Treatments
April 11
Speakers: Anthony Zoghbi, M.D., Assistant Professor of Molecular and Human Genetics, Chief of Neuropsychiatric Genetics, 7m��Ƶ; Nidal Moukaddam, M.D., Ph.D., Associate Professor, Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, 7m��Ƶ
This seminar focuses on schizophrenia, a complex and often debilitating neuropsychiatric disorder that affects 1% of the global population. For this webinar, Dr. Anthony Zoghbi and Dr. Nidal Moukaddam provide a comprehensive overview of schizophrenia’s genetic underpinnings and evidence-based treatment strategies.

Genetics of Arrhythmia Syndromes
March 29
Speakers: Christina Y. Miyake, M.D., M.S., Associate Professor of Pediatrics - Pediatric Cardiology and Molecular Physiology and Biophysics; Chaya Murali, M.D., Assistant Professor of Molecular and Human Genetics, 7m��Ƶ; Pediatric Geneticist at Texas Children’s Hospital
This seminar focuses on Marfan Syndrome. Symptoms, causes, diagnosis, current treatments and management, along with new research are discussed.

Race and Genetics: Perspectives of Precision Medicine
Feb. 28
Speakers: Constance B. Hilliard, Ph.D., African Evolutionary History (Pioneer), Professor of History, The University of North Texas; Chester W. Brown, M.D., Ph.D., St. Jude Chair of Excellence in Genetics, Professor and Division Chief of Genetics, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

2022

"Marfan Syndrome: Current Cardiac Management and New Research Updates"
Nov. 15
The seminar focuses on Marfan Syndrome. Symptoms, causes, diagnosis, current treatments and management, along with new research were discussed. The speaker was Taylor Beecroft, M.S., C.G.C., Genetic Counselor II in Pediatrics - Cardiology at Texas Children's Hospital; and a Community Advocate

“Celebrando Hispanic Heritage: What is in our genes?”
Oct. 11
Janitza L. Montalvo-Ortiz, Ph.D., assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, Division of Human Genetics, Yale School of Medicine; Claudia Soler-Alfonso, MD., FACMG. assistant professor, 7m��Ƶ at Texas Children's Hospital; Paola Giusti-Rodriguez, Ph.D., assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, University of Florida
This webinar celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by discussing genetic history, present-day genetics, the lack of Latin American information and data, and the importance of genetic testing for health in the Latin American community. Resources on where to get genetic testing and examples of the power that genetic testing can have to improve community health are shared.

“From Stress to Strength: You Are Not Alone”
Sept. 13
Susan Fernbach, R.N., B.S.N., assistant professor of molecular and human genetics at 7m��Ƶ; Jordan Kemere, M.D., M.S., F.A.C.P., assistant professor of medicine - transition medicine at 7m��Ƶ; Leandra Berry, Ph.D., assistant professor of pediatrics, section of psychology, 7m��Ƶ; Wei-Chen Chen, parent advocate
This webinar discusses how parents can recognize their personal strengths while raising a child with intellectual and developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. Tips to reduce stress in parents of teens/young adults transitioning to adult care were discussed along with one parent’s personal journey.

“Does Genetics Influence Behavior?”
May 10
Daryl Scott, M.D., Ph.D., associate professor of molecular and human genetics, 7m��Ƶ with guest parent speaker.
This session explored the genetic factors that contribute to our behavior. In addition, it will highlight genetic conditions that have unique or specific behavioral characteristics.

“Huntington's Disease: Presymptomatic to Diagnostic Testing and Care”
April 12
Madison Kruger, LCSW, social worker, Department of Neurology, the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston; Salma Nassef, MS, CGC, assistant professor of molecular and human genetics at 7m��Ƶ and guest family speaker
This webinar discusses the background, genetics, and care after diagnosis of Huntington's Disease. We will also discuss the family journey and the intricacies of learning about the possibility of HD in the family.

“Navigating New Therapies: 21st Century Treatments for Genetic Disorders”
March 8
Alicia Turner, MSN, APRN, FNP-C and Dr. Reid Sutton

"Race and Genetics: Perspectives of Precision Medicine"
Feb. 15
Vence L. Bonham, Jr., J.D., Fatimah Jackson, Ph.D., and Cherilynn R. Shadding, Ph.D.

"Not Just a Checklist: Autism and the Genetics Behind It"
Jan. 11
Drs. Chaya Murali and Robert Voigt
This webinar discusses how a child who does not have typical development may show unique behaviors. Current knowledge about the genetic causes of autism, available genetic tests for children with autism, and limitations to current knowledge and testing technology were also shared. 

2021

"Precision Medicine and Heart Disease"
Dec. 14
Dr. Christie Ballantyne
When you should consider genetic testing, current genetic tests, and how they help assess risk for heart disease.

"The Impact of COVID-19 on Children with Rare Disorders"
Nov. 16
Drs. Michael Wangler and Catherine M. Healy

"Adult Neurogenetic Conditions"
Oct. 12
Dr. Laurie Robak, associate professor of molecular and human genetics at 7m��Ƶ; Jamie Fong, M.S., C.G.C, genetic counselor and assistant professor of molecular and human genetics. 

"Genetics and Care of People with Monogenic Diabetes"
Sept. 21
Dr. Jennifer Posey, assistant professor of molecular and human genetics at 7m��Ƶ; Dr. Mustafa Tosur, assistant professor of pediatrics - diabetes, and endocrinology at Baylor; Dr. Ruchi Gaba, assistant professor of medicine - endocrinology at Baylor.

"Genetics and Care for Inherited Renal Disorders"
May 11
Ali Gharavi M.D., chief of division of nephrology, New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center and Jay Meltzer Professor of Medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons; Reza Bekheirnia, M.D., FACMG, assistant professor of molecular and human genetics and pediatrics – section of pediatric renal at 7m��Ƶ and director of renal genetics clinic at Texas Children’s Hospital; Andre Weinstock Ph.D., M.S.A.S. Alport Foundation

"Achondroplasia: Current Management, Treatment, and Resources"
April 27
Carlos A Bacino, M.D., professor of molecular and human genetics, 7m��Ƶ; chief of Genetics Service and director of Pediatrics Genetics Clinic, Texas Children's Hospital

"Introduction of Pharmacogenomics to Clinical Care"
April 13
Steven E. Scherer, Ph.D., professor of molecular and human genetics and the Human Genome Sequencing Center at 7m��Ƶ; Wayne “Nick” Nicholson, M.D., Pharm.D., M.Sc. associate professor of anesthesiology and assistant professor of pharmacology in the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science

"CRISPR genome editing: Treating human disease and ethical considerations"
March 23
Dr. Jason Heaney, associate professor of molecular and human genetics; Sarah Huguenard, M.S., C.G.C., instructor of molecular and human genetics

"Race and Genetics: Perspectives of Precision Medicine"
March 9
Rick Kittles, Ph.D., professor and director, Division of Health Equities, Department of Population Sciences, City of Hope; Charmita Hughes Halbert, Ph.D., professor, psychiatry and behavioral sciences, Medical University of South Carolina; J. Hoxi Jones, Senior Advocate

"Race and Genetics: Perspectives on Precision Medicine"
Feb. 9
Charmaine Royal, Ph.D., professor of African & African American studies, biology, global health, and family medicine & community health, Duke University; Clayton Yates, Ph.D., professor, Department of Biology and Center for Cancer, Tuskegee University; Shawneequa Callier, MS, JD, associate professor, Department of Clinical Research and Leadership, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences

“Direct-To-Consumer (DTC) Genetic Testing: What you should know”
Jan. 26
Daniel Riconda, MS, CGC, associate professor of molecular and human genetics and program director of the Genetic Counseling Program in the School of Health Professions at 7m��Ƶ

"The TANGO2 story: New insights and directions"
Jan. 12
Dr. Seema Lalani, professor of molecular and human genetics at 7m��Ƶ; Dr. Christina Miyake, associate professor of pediatrics-cardiology and molecular physiology and biophysics at 7m��Ƶ.

2020

"Tuberous Sclerosis Complex"
Dec. 8
Rohini Coorg, M.D., assistant professor of pediatrics-neurology, 7m��Ƶ

“Noninvasive prenatal testing [NIPT] for chromosomal and single-gene disorders”
Nov. 24
Veena Mathur, MS, CGC, instructor of molecular and human genetics, 7m��Ƶ; April Adams, M.D., assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology, maternal fetal medicine, and molecular and human genetics, 7m��Ƶ; Sandra Darilek, MS, CGC assistant professor of molecular and human genetics and co-manager of the Prenatal Genetics Service, 7m��Ƶ

"Advances in the care of people with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, hypermobile type"
Nov. 10
Dr. Shweta Dhar, medical director of the Baylor Medicine, Adult Genetics Clinic and associate professor of molecular and human genetics
at 7m��Ƶ and Lara Bloom, President and CEO of The Ehlers Danlos Society.

"Does Cancer Run in Your Family? Understanding the Genetics of Cancer"
Oct.13
Tanya Eble, M.S., C.G.C., assistant professor of molecular and human genetics, 7m��Ƶ

"Telemedicina en la Clinica de Genetica"
June 6
Claudia Soler-Alfonso, M.D., F.A.C.M.G., assistant professor of molecular and human genetics, 7m��Ƶ

"Telemedicine in the Genetics Clinic”
June 6
Chaya Murali, M.D., assistant professor of molecular and human genetics, 7m��Ƶ and Pilar Magoulas, M.S., C.G.C., associate professor of molecular and human genetics, 7m��Ƶ