Trainee and New Faculty Forum

Wednesday, March 11, 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Early Genetics Forum: Mastering the Challenges of Diagnosing and Managing Overgrowth, Connective Tissue, and Mitochondrial Disorders

Complex genetic conditions are often confusing and can feel intimidating to early-career genetics professionals. These cases frequently lack clear diagnostic pathways or standardized treatment guidelines, leaving clinicians uncertain about how to make a diagnosis, how extensive the evaluation should be, or what management strategies to recommend. Trainees and recent graduates will gain valuable tools to approach difficult cases with greater confidence, clarity, and effectiveness in both diagnosis and management.


 

Speed Mentoring Sessions

Building Bridges for a Successful Medical Career
Thursday, March 12, 10:15 AM and Friday, March 13 10:30 AM
A unique networking event that brings together early career medical professionals and experienced mentors, fostering meaningful connections, mentorship opportunities, and valuable insights into navigating the challenges of a career in genetics.

How do I participate?
All attendees registered in the Trainee/Fellow/Resident category will be invited to participate by email, approximately a month before the start of the meeting. Each participant can make up to 5 appointments with mentors. This opportunity is designed to give each participant practical insight into potential areas of study and practice.


 

Welcome Reception

Tuesday, March 11, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor

Trainees, postdoctoral fellows, residents and students attending the ACMG meeting are invited to attend a reception where you can meet other young professionals and network with the ACMG leadership.

There will be a giveaway of ACMG's 2025 Genetics and Genomics Review Course Syllabus.

Early Career Mentor Luncheon
Thursday, March 12, 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM

This luncheon provides a chance for trainees (postdoctoral fellows and clinical fellows) in the field of medical genetics to meet and talk informally with senior members of the College about career options, goals and professional opportunities. 

GENEius Challenge

Wednesday, March 11 - Saturday, March 14

This very popular event returns to foster some friendly competition amongst our geneticists-in-training. 

  • Sign up open November 4 - December 13
  • Take the online Knowledge Quiz in January 2026
  • The top 9 scoring contestants will be invited to compete live at the meeting

Learn more here

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Student Workshop

Friday, March 13, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
This informational workshop provides an opportunity for graduate and medical school students to learn more about careers in medical genetics and genomics. The second part of the program affords attendees the opportunity to network, ask questions and get to know professionals who are established in their field.

How do a I become a:

  • Clinical Geneticist
  • Genetic Counselor
  • Laboratory Technician
  • Researcher
  • Educator