The Heart of Genetic Counseling Award

About the award

The Heart of Genetic Counseling Award celebrates the heart that genetic counselors bring to patient care, giving patients compassion and insight as they understand and respond to genetic conditions.

Presented by the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) and Invitae, the award pays tribute to distinguished genetic counselors who provide exceptional and irreplaceable care to families dealing with major health challenges.

Read more about this year's winner and finalists below. Nominations for next year's award open Spring 2024.

2023 finalists

Identifying the top three was incredibly difficult, but the following genetic counselors stood out.

2023 Honorees

Watch why these genetic counselors were nominated for making a difference for their patients and families.