Amy Biery Kunz, MS, CGC

Yes! Knowing one’s own family health information is so important but unfortunately not commonly shared amongst relatives.

Good luck to everyone traveling to see family this holiday with big genetic testing results to share. Bc genetics are a family thing, this is a key time to alert family if there’s a concern. Please show those who have tough news to break some grace. 🙏🏾 #genechat

I had an honestly inspiring experience at #NANETS2024 @nanets.bsky.social filled with great networking and confidence building from mentors. I’ve written goals, but any tips on keeping up that post-conference momentum? Especially heading into the holiday season work hiatus?

Optimist: the cup is half full
Pessimist: the cup is half empty
Genetic counselor: the cup isn’t sure why they are here in my office for an appointment
#genechat #genesky

This takes me back to our simulated patients in our genetic counseling training program 🙈

The best line… for me it’s the “well that’s TOO DAMN BAD!!” 😂

I just Googled it 🙈 Anything having to do with folate I’m not touching with a 9 foot pole

Genetic counselors are allied healthcare providers with training in medical genetics and counseling. We empower patients and families with the information and support they need to make healthcare decisions. Often we specialize in particular areas of medicine or industry #oncsky #genechat #genesky

Interesting. Is homocysteine really that commonly elevated? Or at least, is it less common than how prevalent MTHFR variants are? Usually I say homocysteine levels are a more informative test when I patient asks for MTHFR testing

Rather than order MTHFR gene testing, I tell the patients it’s more informative to check their homocysteine levels which MTHFR regulates. They will almost certainly be normal, and that puts a stopper in the MTHFR nonsense.

Rather than order MTHFR gene testing, I tell the patients it’s more informative to check their homocysteine levels which MTHFR regulates. They will almost certainly be normal, and that puts a stopper in the MTHFR nonsense.

Inside the Company Helping America’s Biggest Health Insurers Deny Coverage for Treatments When companies like Aetna or UnitedHealthcare want to rein in costs, they turn to EviCore, whose business model depends on turning down payments for care recommended by doctors for their patients.

Evicore claims it uses the latest evidence-based medicine to ensure that patients receive the care they need. Then why are so many of our patients who meet NCCN criteria getting their genetic testing denied? #gcchat #genechat

While in Chicago I had the pleasure of catching up with my former genetic counseling assistant who has been a full fledged genetic counselor for 2 years! We’re proud of you, Natalie!

Follow the zebras to our 2024 NANETS Multidisciplinary NET
Medical Symposium. The next few days in Chicago will be exciting!
#NANETS24

You inspired me to join Bluesky! I’m looking forward to the connections made here in Chicago and on social media. Thank you

Here at the #NANETS 2024 Medical Symposium in Chicago! 🦓