Email

sonja.singelstad@bcm.edu

Positions

Genetic Counseling Student

School of Health Professions
Baylor College of Medicine

Education

BS from Montana State University

Bozeman

Cell Biology and Neuroscience

Professional Statement

After leaving my home in Denver, CO, I graduated from Montana State University with a B.S. in Cell Biology and Neuroscience and minors in Genetics and Global Health. As an undergraduate, I worked as a barista in the library coffee shop, a bouncer at a trampoline park, and a student teaching assistant. In addition, I volunteered as an adaptive ski lesson instructor, a student ambassador for the United Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency Foundation, a crisis line specialist, and a planning committee member for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. These experiences provided a glimpse into the human experience and demonstrated the importance of empowering others.

Following graduation, I was fortunate to begin a position as a Genetic Counseling Assistant for GeneMatters (now Genome Medical). Here I supported genetic counselors in various specialties to improve patient care and access to genetic counseling via telehealth. Now as a genetic counseling student at BCM, I am looking forward to exploring how I can continue to improve access to care and support patients through their journey. In my free time, I enjoy all things outdoors, painting, yoga, board games, and exploring Houston and all the big city has to offer.

Websites

Memberships

Texas Society of Genetic Counselors