The HGANJ website includes a NJ genetics services directory, a glossary of genetics terms, links to web resources, and information regarding clinical genetic counseling & evaluation and newborn screening in NJ. 

Next HGANJ meeting: Tuesday, January 13, 2009

at Saint Peter's University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ

To receive information about our meetings, activities, and/or membership, please contact the HGANJ Secretary by e-mail.

The Genetic Counselor's Licensing Act 

To view the progress of these bills or download the current text, go to 

http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/ and search for A269, S1266 or S1226.  

The Human Genetics Association of New Jersey, Inc. (HGANJ), a not-for-profit organization, is comprised of medical professionals who provide genetic services in New Jersey.

The mission of the Human Genetics Association of New Jersey is to facilitate statewide interaction among clinical genetic centers as well as encourage, support, and develop the science of human genetics and its clinical availability to the people of the State of New Jersey.

HGANJ encourages public and private support for research, clinical programs, training and education in the fields of genetics and birth defects, including the causes, methods of treatment, and prevention.  In order to achieve its mission, HGANJ obtains grants, contributions and funds from governmental, foundation and individual sources, which are used in the fields of genetics, birth defects and related diseases.