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MDCGC Annual Education Conference 2026

Maryland and DC genetic counselors and students convene for continuing education, keynote presentations, and networking.

Ten Oaks Ballroom

Date
October 9, 2026
Venue
Ten Oaks Ballroom
Location
Clarksville, MD

TL;DR

  • The 8th annual MDCGC conference runs October 9 at Ten Oaks Ballroom in Clarksville, MD.
  • The event includes keynote presentations, educational sessions, and an exhibitor hall.
  • Participants are genetic counselors and counseling students from Maryland and DC.

About

The MDCGC Annual Education Conference is the 8th annual gathering of the Maryland and DC Society of Genetic Counselors. The conference provides continuing education, keynote addresses, research presentations, and networking opportunities.

Who you'll find in the room

Genetic Counselors

Licensed genetic counselors practicing in Maryland and DC.

Genetic Counseling Students

Graduate students pursuing certification in genetic counseling.

Featured speakers

20 listed

Rebecca Seltzer

MD, MHS · Johns Hopkins School of Medicine & Berman Institute of Bioethics

Crystal Thomas

Parent Advocate

Colleen Schmidt

MDCGC President

Dana Petry

ScM, CGC · MDCGC

Krista Schatz

MS, CGC · MDCGC

Stephanie Ashley

MGC, CGC · University of Maryland

Rachel Nusbaum

MS, CGC · Ambry Genetics

Christy Smith

ScM, CGC · Johns Hopkins University

Colleen Jodarski

MGC, CGC · University of Maryland

Juli Bollinger

MS · Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics

Breanna Beers

ScM, CGC · Kennedy Krieger Institute

Kelsey Guthrie

MGC, CGC · Johns Hopkins University

Barbara Harrison

CGC · Howard University

Sharron Rouse

APOL1 Action Alliance

Jennie Y. Law

MD · University of Maryland School of Medicine

Jean Yared

MD · University of Maryland School of Medicine

John Lee

AuD, PhD · Regeneron Pharmaceuticals

Jacquelyn Britton

MGC, CGC · Johns Hopkins University

Brianna Glase-Stock

MS, CGC · Johns Hopkins University

Hannah Johnstonbaugh

MGC, CGC · University of Maryland

Partners on record

3 listed
Baylor GeneticsMeal SponsorAmbry GeneticsMeal SponsorChiesi PharmaceuticalsSnack Sponsor

Venue & travel

Venue

Ten Oaks Ballroom, Clarksville, MD

Questions people ask

7 answered

October 9, 2026.

Ten Oaks Ballroom in Clarksville, MD.

All genetic counselors and genetic counseling students are invited.

Feels Like Home: Supporting Home Accessibility for Children with Disabilities, featuring Rebecca Seltzer, MD, MHS from Johns Hopkins and Crystal Thomas, a parent advocate.

Baylor Genetics sponsors breakfast, Ambry Genetics sponsors lunch, and Chiesi Pharmaceuticals sponsors morning and afternoon snacks.

Business or professional casual is standard for genetic counselor conferences.

The organizer invites all genetic counselors and students regardless of membership status. Membership is optional.

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