2021 American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting

2021 American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting is organized by American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) and will be held from Apr 13 - 16, 2021.

Accreditation:
Credit Designation:
The American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics designates this other activity for a maximum of 71.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. (total includes Short Courses)

P.A.C.E.® CEU's:
ACMG is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel as CE Provider (50-11878). This course is registered with CEBroker. ACMG is approved by the California Department of Health Services through the ASCLS P.A.C.E.®. This activity has been approved for 71.5 P.A.C.E.® CEU's. (inclusive of Short Courses)

Description:
The 2021 ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting will present both research and clinical topics that promote the science and the practice of clinical genetics and genomics. Sessions will focus on the latest discoveries of the etiology and the pathogenesis of genetic disorders, the latest developments in genetic testing and screening, the laboratory’s role in the diagnosis of genetic disorders, the treatment of genetic disorders in children and adults, the delivery of genetic services, and more. CME, P.A.C.E.® and NSGC credits will be offered.

Learning Objectives:
After attending the 2021 ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting, participants should be able to:
• Describe the advances in the detection of genomic variants using current and emerging technology
• Recognize cardinal clinical signs and symptoms of specific syndromic condition
• Manage initial care of new disorders on the recommended uniform screening panel
• Describe the latest advances in the field of cancer genetics
• Review the differential diagnoses of unknown cases
• Formulate differential diagnoses for inborn errors of metabolism with physical manifestations
• Examine the potential and the challenges of prenatal genetics and newborn screening
• Summarize the indications for genetic testing
• Interpret pharmacogenomics reports to understand patient-specific clinical implications
• Review the latest advances in targeted and personalized treatments for genetic conditions
• Formulate innovative strategies to enhance healthcare delivery in the field of genetics medicine
• Describe pre- and post- counseling for secondary findings and variants of uncertain significance