Careers in Medical Genetics: An Informational Session for Students and Trainees - 2020-Clinical Laboratory-based Career Paths

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Video Summary

In this video, Steve Moore talks about clinical laboratory-based career paths. He explains his background as an Associate Professor of Molecular and Medical Genetics at Oregon Health and Science University. He mentions the certifications of DABMGG and FACMG and their requirements. Moore focuses on the Laboratory Genetics and Genomics exam and discusses the path to becoming a Clinical Lab Director. He describes the Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship program, which includes a two-year training program with opportunities to work in different labs, interact with patients, and learn various tests. Moore also talks about the responsibilities of a Clinical Lab Director, such as reviewing lab data, responding to inquiries, teaching, training, developing new tests, managing staff, and navigating the changing landscape of genetic testing. He concludes by expressing his gratitude and willingness to answer any questions. The video was filmed by the organizers of the talk.

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Stephen Moore, PhD, MBA, FACMG, Assoc. Professor Mol & Med Genetics; Medical Dir, Cytogenetics and Mol Diagnostics. Knight Diagnostic Laboratories, Oregon Health & Science University

Keywords

clinical laboratory-based career paths

certifications

Laboratory Genetics and Genomics exam

Clinical Lab Director

genetic testing