About this Event
Welcome to the 2026 Virginia Association of Genetic Counselors Educational Conference! Join us for two days filled with insightful sessions, networking opportunities, and learning from experts in the field of genetic counseling. The event will take place at the Richmond Marriott - Short Pump on Thursday, April 23 and Friday, April 24, 2026. Don't miss out on this chance to expand your knowledge and connect with fellow professionals. Registration will close at 11pm on April 11, 2026 and we will not allow any late registration. We can't wait to see you there!
Please note the change in start time this year! Our first speaker session will begin at 10am on Thursday morning.
You can find information on booking a room at a reduced rate on the VaAGC website: https://www.vaagc.com/events/annual-education-conference.
Some of the 2026 Speakers include...
- Julia Pascal, Savannah Binion, and Melissa Eatherly - INOVA
- Susan Sparks - VCU
- Tessa Heller (CHKD), Fatima Khan (Carilion Clinic), Laura Famularo (UVA), Lucy Drayson (INOVA)
- Simone Biggers - Natera (Platinum Speaker)
- Renee White - Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
- Kim Skellington
- Shea Rauch - GeneDx (Platinum Speaker)
- Melissa McNeilly - KARES Foundation
- Muriel Azria-Evans - Health Brigade
- Plus more!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Marriott Richmond Short Pump, 4240 Dominion Boulevard, Glen Allen, United States
USD 38.09 to USD 105.49
