Dylan Platt

Dylan Platt serves as Assistant Professor of Genetic Counseling and Assistant Program Director of the Genetic Counseling Program at Augustana University's School of Health Professions Education in Sioux Falls.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Augustana University
• Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Augustana University
• Master of Science in Genetic Counseling from Augustana-Sanford Genetic Counseling Program

Research Focus: Platt specializes in population genomics and psychiatric genomics, with significant contributions to understanding ethical dilemmas in modern genetics. His work integrates clinical practice with research through multidisciplinary clinic development, emphasizing the critical intersection of genetic science and patient care ethics. He champions experiential learning methodologies where teaching becomes the primary vehicle for knowledge mastery.

Professional Leadership: As Assistant Program Director, Platt shapes genetic counseling education while maintaining active clinical-research engagement. His belief that the most effective mode of learning is through teaching others drives innovative pedagogical approaches in the program.

Clinical Integration: Previously at Sanford Health, he established new multidisciplinary genetics clinics bridging clinical service with research initiatives, creating frameworks for comprehensive patient care in genomic medicine.