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Press Registration Is Now Open for the 2024
ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting

Join journalists from around the world covering the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting on March 12-16, 2024

BETHESDA, MD – January 2, 2024 | The 2024 ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting will be in Toronto, Canada on March 12-16, 2024. This annual medical and scientific conference continues to provide groundbreaking research and the latest advances in medical genetics, genomics and personalized medicine. The 2024 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 and lab practice. Topics include artificial intelligence in genetics, gene editing, reproductive genetics, 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 on a complimentary basis. Contact Kathy Moran, MBA at kmoran@acmg.net for the Press Registration Invitation Code, which will be needed to register at www.acmgmeeting.net.

Credentialed media can also request access to the OnDemand sessions available after the in-person meeting.

Abstracts will be available in March 2024 and will be published as a supplement to Genetics in Medicine Open.

Join us to experience the continued transition of the specialty from a diagnostic field to one that is dominated by treatment and precision therapeutics.

Program Highlights:

  •  2024 ACMG Foundation Awards and Presidential Plenary Session: Inquiry and Innovation – How Far Have We Come and How Far Can We Go?
  • Genome Sequencing in Newborn Screening: Sharing Opportunities and Challenges
  • The Clinical Use of Polygenic Risk Scores in Breast Cancer Risk Prediction
  • To Treat or Not to Treat: Dilemmas for Rare Diseases Care in A New Therapeutic Era
  • Diagnostic Dilemmas "True Unknowns" from the Undiagnosed Diseases Network
  • Cardiomyopathy: When is it an Inborn Error of Metabolism?
  • After Dobbs: Impact of Abortion Laws on Genetics and Genomics Training & Practice
  • Body Image, Contraception, Fertility, and Beyond: The Health of Women with Genetic Disorders
  • ACMG/AMP/CAP/ClinGen Standards for Sequence and Copy Number Variant Classification
  • Navigating Crossroads of Complex Adult-Onset Neurological Diseases and Neurometabolic Disorders

These activities are supported by independent educational grants from the companies noted below.

  • Implementing Gene Therapies into Your Genetics Clinic: Learnings from Other Specialties (Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc)
  • Equitable Access to Exomes and Genomes. Ordered by Whom? (GeneDx)
  • Optimizing Care for Patients with Fabry Disease: Interactive Case Challenges (Amicus Therapeutics)
  • An Evolving Role in An Evolving Landscape: Genetic Counselors & Clinical Geneticists (Sarepta Therapeutics)
  • Optimizing Care for Patients with Fabry Disease: Interactive Case Challenges (This activity is sponsored by Amicus Therapeutics)
  • Metabolic Diseases: Strategies to Improve Management of Porphyrias and Porphyria-like Attacks (Recordati Rare Diseases)

Social Media for the 2024 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/X and Instagram and by using the hashtag #ACMGMtg24 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.

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 a prominent authority in the field of medical genetics and genomics and the only nationally recognized medical professional organization solely dedicated to improving health through the practice of medical genetics and genomics. The only medical specialty society in the US that represents the full spectrum of medical genetics disciplines in a single organization, the ACMG provides education, resources and a voice for more than 2,500 clinical and laboratory geneticists, genetic counselors and other healthcare professionals. 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. Genetics in Medicine and the new Genetics in Medicine Open, a gold open access journal, are the official ACMG journals. ACMG’s website, www.acmg.net, offers resources including policy statements, practice guidelines, and educational programs. The ACMG Foundation for Genetic and Genomic Medicine works to advance ACMG educational and public health programs through charitable gifts from corporations, foundations and individuals.

FAQ about Press Guidelines at the 2024 ACMG Annual Meeting

1.  Do you give out contact information of registered media?

While we do not give out nor sell the contact information for reporters, we encourage presenters and organizations to develop their own press lists and distribute their own press materials, as long as embargoes are strictly followed. Please see below.

2.  Are posters, papers and presentations embargoed?

Yes, all scientific and educational sessions, study data and presentations are strictly embargoed until the date and time of the presentation at the 2024 ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting. 

Posters will be embargoed until Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 5:30 PM ET

News releases about research, studies, posters and other related information should clearly state that the information was “presented at the 2024 American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting.”

3.  I am a reporter – how can I receive a complimentary registration for the ACMG Annual Meeting?

Official health, science, medical and genetics media on assignment are invited to register for the ACMG Annual Meeting on a complimentary basis.  Media registration is currently open.  Reporters must provide proof of verifiable media credentials and be on assignment.  For more information and the “Press Registration Invitation Code" contact Reymar Santos, Communications Coordinator at  mnguyen@acmg.net .


 

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