• By Jodi Tahsler
  • Posted April 12, 2023

Ambry Spotlights Rob Pilarski: Seeing Genetic Testing’s Big Picture

Ambry Genetics caught up with Robert Pilarski, MS, LGC, MSW, Director of Medical Affairs, at his home on the shore in Cape Cod. He describes the town as “his happy place,” and in learning more about his role at Ambry, it seems that his career has entered a happy place as well. Rob has been with Ambry for over two years and is often sought…


  • By Jodi Tahsler
  • Posted April 11, 2023

Meet the Gene Team: Jeni Herrera-Mullar, MGC, CGC, DMA, presents the Gene of the Month, MSH3

Meet the Gene Team The Gene Team is an essential part of Ambry Genetics. This passionate team of experts is inspired by advancing the science of gene characterization and being able to help patients. For our second installment, we would like to introduce Jeni Herrera-Mullar, MGC, CGC, DMA, Principal Clinical Scientist at Ambry Genetics. Jeni…


  • By Catherine Schultz, MS, CGC
  • Posted March 23, 2023

Ambry Genetics Diagnostic Dilemma: +RNAinsight® Reveals Lynch Syndrome in Sisters

In recognition of Colon Cancer Awareness Month, Ambry would like to share the story of Jane and Julie Smith (not their real names) – sisters and cancer survivors. Jane was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2004 at the age of 36. While she was concerned about her diagnosis and family history of ovarian cancer, genetic testing was not widely available…


  • By Jodi Tahsler
  • Posted March 8, 2023

International Women’s Day: Spotlighting Cathrine Keller, MD, A Woman of Substance

Being a “woman of substance” requires a passion for benefitting the greater good. Dr. Cathrine Keller has it in abundance. “We believe the greater good is to put our patients’ health and safety at the epicenter of every decision we make.” A woman of substance seldom has a neutral position. As a leader in the fight against breast cancer,…


  • By Jodi Tahsler
  • Posted March 2, 2023

Meet the Gene Team: Bess Wayburn, PhD, CGC, presents the Gene of the Month, SPTBN1

Meet the Gene Team The Gene Team is an essential part of Ambry Genetics. This passionate team of experts is inspired by advancing the science of gene characterization and being able to help patients. For our first installment, we would like to introduce Bess Wayburn, PhD, CGC, Principal Clinical Scientist at Ambry Genetics. Bess Wayburn is a…


  • By Melissa Holman, MS, CGC
  • Posted February 28, 2023

American Heart Month Spotlight: Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Athletes

Earlier this year, the nation’s attention was captured by Damar Hamlin’s story after he collapsed on the field from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) during Monday Night Football. After Hamlin’s collapse, teammates, fans and most of America watched as CPR was performed and he was taken to the hospital in an ambulance. In the days that followed,…


  • By Tara Namey, MS, LCGC
  • Posted February 10, 2023

Like Mother, Like Daughter: Tara and Elia Namey Advance Women in STEM Leadership

Elia Namey discusses Disparities in the Uptake of Cascade Testing. February 11 is recognized as International Day of Women and Girls in Science! Ambry feels privileged to have many women in high positions leading the company’s scientific progress. To celebrate, we’re introducing one of the women who leads the way in genetics at Ambry…


  • By Margo Gallegos, MS, CGC
  • Posted November 8, 2022

Genetic Counselors Make the Industry World Go Round

It’s 3 p.m. on a Friday and Gene Counselier, a genetic counselor for Healthcare Center, is at their desk after a long day at the clinic, placing patient orders. Gene knows from their years of working with patients that choosing the right testing laboratory is vital to set their clinic and patients up for success. Gene opens the Ambry Genetics…


  • By Caroline Elsas
  • Posted November 4, 2021

We Can Help Reduce Barriers to Cancer Genetic Testing

The world of hereditary cancer testing is complex, but genetic information is crucial for flagging at-risk patients and their relatives. They might just benefit from earlier and more frequent surveillance and/or preventive surgeries. For those individuals who face important and difficult health decisions, genetic counselors are invaluable members…


  • By Shanna Seesz
  • Posted May 5, 2021

Dr. Chia-Ling Gau on Asian American Identity and the Future of Genomics

Chia-Ling Gau, PhD, FACMG, joined Ambry Genetics in 2007 and is currently SVP of Clinical Operations–Clinical Diagnostics. In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, she met virtually to share her experience of being Asian American, the importance of keeping her Taiwanese name, and the future of genomics. Can…