Erin Atkinson, PhD, MS
Certified Genetic Counselor
Prenatal Genetic Counselor
Languages: English, Spanish
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Get to know Erin Atkinson, PhD, MS
Personal Statement
As a prenatal genetic counselor, I prioritize meeting the medical and emotional needs of patients and their families as they navigate possible prenatal genetic diagnoses or birth defects. Working within the multidisciplinary team at the Texas Children’s Department of Maternal Fetal Medicine, my aim is to offer tailored care that empowers patients throughout their pregnancy journeys. Being able to counsel in both English and Spanish enables me to extend this care to a broader spectrum of patients in their preferred language.
Clinical Interests
Prenatal genetic counseling, complex fetal anomalies, language access, psychosocial counseling
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | Masters | Master of Science in Genetic Counseling | 2023 |
| The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | PhD | Doctor of Philosophy in Genetics and Epigenetics | 2021 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | Bachelors | Bachelor of Science in Biology; Bachelor of Arts in Spanish | 2011 |
Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| National Society of Genetic Counselors | Member; Member, Prenatal Special Interest Group, Spanish Development Special Interest Group |
| Texas Society of Genetic Counselors | Member |
* Texas Children’s Hospital physicians’ licenses and credentials are reviewed prior to practicing at any of our facilities. Sections titled From the Doctor, Professional Organizations and Publications were provided by the physician’s office and were not verified by Texas Children’s Hospital.
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