American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics

04/25/2026

Happy National DNA Day! April 25 commemorates the successful completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery of the DNA double helix in 1953. ABMGG highlights these landmark achievements that underlie the clinical and research work efforts our diplomates undertake every day.

To celebrate, we invite you to read the winning submissions of this year's ASHG - American Society of Human Genetics DNA Day Contest: https://www.ashg.org/discover-genetics/k-12-education/dna-day/2026-dna-day-essay-contest-full-essays/

The future of the genetics/genomics space is bright! 🧬

04/24/2026

Shout out to our laboratory geneticists! This week is Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, honoring the laboratorians who work behind the scenes to drive medical decisions. Let us know how you celebrated this Lab Week!

Learn more from the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science: https://ascls.org/lab-week-mlpw/

04/22/2026

Are you or someone you know interested in serving on the ABMGG Board of Directors? We want to hear from you! Learn more and complete the required forms for our open positions here: https://shorturl.at/2rTNx

We are accepting both self and diplomate nominations. Completed submissions are due by Friday, May 22, 2026.

04/22/2026

The third week of April marks National Volunteer Week! ABMGG recognizes the many volunteers advancing our mission. We are excited to debut a new Volunteers page on our website, highlighting the work of our BOD, committees, and item writers. Thank you all for your contributions!

https://www.abmgg.org/volunteers/

04/06/2026

ABMGG is seeking interested diplomates to serve on our Board of Directors. The new Directors will serve two consecutive 3-year terms, from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2032. See the full announcement for details on how to submit a nomination here: https://shorturl.at/2rTNx

04/02/2026

Congratulations to all who matched through National Resident Matching Program.

We are excited to highlight some of the students who matched in combined medical genetics and pediatrics residencies throughout the country. Good luck on this next chapter of your journey!

03/19/2026

ABMGG sends its congratulations to Dr. Bo Yuan for receiving the ACMG - American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics Foundation's 2026 Michael S. Watson Genetic and Genomic Innovation Award. Dr. Yuan is dual-certified in Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics & Clinical Cytogenetics and Genomics.

His work has led to the discovery of multiple genetic disorders including Yuan-Harel-Lupski syndrome and Alazami-Yuan syndrome.

Read more on his career here: https://shorturl.at/xlwVe

03/13/2026

We are grateful for Dr. Nancy Mendelsohn's work with ABMGG's Board of Directors, including serving as treasurer during her tenure.

ACMG Foundation President Dr. Nancy Mendelsohn has made a difference both as a clinician and as a volunteer leader at national and organizations. American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics UnitedHealth Group

03/13/2026

We are happy to share that one more abstract was awarded Practice Improvement credit this morning at as an exceptional quality improvement project. Be sure to visit poster #528 today to learn more!

03/12/2026

This year, ABMGG launched a new exciting initiative awarding abstracts at with Practice Improvement credit in recognition of outstanding quality improvement work.

Visit posters #437, #445 and #579 today in the exhibit hall to learn more about these projects. Congratulations to all authors!

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03/12/2026

Good morning from Baltimore!

Associate CEO, Dr. Darrel Waggoner will host a Learning Lounge presentation at today at 12:45pm. We will provide an overview on the latest on Continuing Certification and will raffle off a prize for attendees!

Be sure to stop by; the Learning Lounge will be held directly behind ABMGG's booth ( #2028).

03/10/2026

We value Dr. Fuki Hisama's past contributions to ABMGG's Board of Directors! Thank you for your service!

Education -- training and mentoring -- as well as volunteering for organizations, is how Dr. Fuki Hisama makes a difference! UC Irvine School of Medicine
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