We firmly believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are the foundation for a thriving community and society. These values are vital in ensuring that we are able to support our members and the patients we serve. OAGC remains committed to fostering an environment where all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or background, feel respected, valued, and empowered.
Michelle Takemoto, MS, CGC
Diversifying GC workforce, systemized outreach, advancing healthcare equity
Kai Blumen, MS, CGC
Gender affirming care and its overlap with various genetic counseling specialties, as well as documentation in the changing legislative landscape
Andrea Schelhaas, MS, CGC
Disability justice through the lens of achondroplasia and current medical therapies
Fall Business Meeting Annual Updates 12 – 12:30 PM
Equity4GC 12:30 – 1:30 PM
Equity4GC is an affinity group for racial/ethnic minority genetic counseling students and recent grads
The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has authorized The Ohio Association of Genetic Counselors to offer up to 0.4 CEUs or 4 Category 1 contact hours
E-mail: OAGCProfessional@ohiogenetics.org with speaker/topic ideas!