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Frequently Asked Questions for MSRGN Resources after 5/31/24

May 13, 2024 — Please use this infographic as guidance for any frequently asked questions that arise about the use, distribution, and modifications to MSRGN materials and resources after the grant sunsets on 5/31/24. The website and resources will be available from 6/1/24 through 5/31/26.   FAQs about MSRGN Resources beyond 5/31/24      

Genetic Navigator Training 2.0

March 4, 2024 — In 2021, MSRGN implemented a Genetic Navigator (1.0) outreach initiative in all 8 of our states. Over the last 3 years this program has facilitate over 250 family connections in our region. We have now developed a new Genetic Navigator training specifically for inside the genetics clinic or an “in-reach” (vs. outreach) program and we... Read More

Genetic Connections Workshop: Nevada

February 16, 2024 — Calling all early intervention professionals in Nevada*! Please join us on March 1 and March 8 3pm ET/2pm CT/1pm MT/ noon PT as our Nevada Genetic Navigator, Mariah, facilitates the Genetic Connections Workshop. The workshop will be two sessions which will be one hour each. Download Flyer here Please Register here *If you are not... Read More

Positive Newborn Screen Family Outcomes Listening Session

February 8, 2024 — MSRGN will be holding 2 listening sessions in March for families in our 8-state region who have recieved a positive newborn screen (bloodspot testing). Are you a family who has received a positive newborn screening result that lives in one of the 8 states in the MSRGN Region? If you are and would like to... Read More

Genetic Pop-Ups in January and February

January 14, 2024 — Please join us for 2 Genetics Pop-Ups coming up in January 2024 and February 2024: Registration and a flyer can be found linked below: January 16, 2024: Colorado State Team Genetic Pop-Up: Register Here February 22, 2024:  (Rare Disease Day) Hope through support Register Here Genetics Pop-Up 2023-2024 Flyer: here  

Job Opening: Part Time Projects Coordinator July 2023

June 29, 2023 — Texas Health Institute is seeking a projects coordinator to provide administrative support for the Mountain States Regional Genetics Network project. The projects coordinator must have strong business acumen and organizational skills, website management skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and social media experience is helpful. Job Description can be found here. Employment Application can be... Read More

Application OPEN for Genetic Navigator Role in Nevada and Utah

April 17, 2023 — The MSRGN Genetic Navigator Program is seeking an individual or family member who has navigated genetics for themselves or their loved ones in Nevada and Utah. In the Genetic Navigator role, the individual chosen for the role, will assist other families in Nevada or Utah with accessing and navigating the genetic services system. This position... Read More

MSRGN Presents Poster at the 2023 ACMG Meeting

March 24, 2023 — At the March 2023 American College of Genetics and Genomics Meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah, Janet Thomas, MD presented a poster on behalf of the MSRGN team entitled: Implementation of an Innovative, State-based Approach to Improving Access to Genetic Services The poster can be viewed online here. Or downloaded as a PDF here.

Job Opening: Part Time Projects Coordinator

February 27, 2023 — Texas Health Institute is seeking a projects coordinator to provide administrative support for the Mountain States Regional Genetics Network project. The projects coordinator must have strong business acumen and organizational skills, website management skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and social media experience is helpful. Job Description can be found here. Employment Application can be... Read More