Maureen Smith, MS, CGC
Clinical Director
NUgene Project
Center for Genetic Medicine
Instructor, Obstetrics & Gynecology
To contact Maureen Smith:
676 N. St. Clair, Suite 1260
Office (312) 695-0703
Fax: (312) 695-1223
e-mail: m-smith6@northwestern.edu
Maureen Smith's website
Maureen joined the Center for Genetic Medicine as the Clinical Director for
the NUgene Project in 2003. She has extensive experience in project management,
obtaining informed consent for genetic testing and research and developing
educational materials on genetic topics for public and professional audiences.
Maureen received her Bachelor of Science degree in 1983 from the University
of California at Irvine and a Master of Science degree in Human Genetics from
Sarah Lawrence College in 1987. She was board certified in Genetic Counseling
by the American Board of Medical Genetics in 1990. She has over 14 years of
genetic counseling experience in the areas of prenatal, pediatric, adult and
cancer genetics. Prior to joining the staff on the NUgene Project, Maureen
worked for private companies developing genetic educational materials and
solutions for the delivery of genetic services. She has been awarded several
clinical research grants and has authored numerous scientific articles and
abstracts, as well as articles for the public. Maureen is a member of the
American Society of Human Genetics, the National Society of Genetic Counselors,
and Women Advancing Bioscience. She served as president of the National Society
of Genetic Counselors from 1997-1998, where she continues to have an active
role in the educational and professional activities of the organization. Maureen
is a faculty member of the Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling at Northwestern
University, teaching the "Topics in Genetics" course, mentoring
student research and organizing seminars on professional topics. Her main
research interests are in the professional advancement and training of genetic
counselors, the application of genetics in medical care and the education
of health professionals and the public.