Katie Hutto

Katie Hutto serves as an Assistant Professor in the Genetic Counseling Program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Health Professions since August 2023. She holds certifications as a Licensed Genetic Counselor in Alabama and a Certified Genetic Counselor through the American Board of Genetic Counseling.

• Education:
  • Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages and Literatures from University of Nebraska at Omaha (2023)
  • Master of Science in Genetic Counseling from University of Alabama at Birmingham (2020)
  • Bachelor of Science in Biology from University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2017)

Her research focuses on improving genetic counseling accessibility for Spanish-speaking populations, rare genetic disease resources, and advancing clinical training in genetic counseling. She teaches courses including Advanced Clinical Skills in Genetic Counseling, Clinical Rotations, and Genetics in Medicine.

Recent professional activities include membership in the ACGC DEIJ Committee and Program Review Committee, presenting on hereditary pediatric cancer counseling, and participation in inclusive excellence initiatives at UAB.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Outstanding Performance Award (2023)

Katie Hutto actively mentors students in genetic counseling projects and maintains professional affiliations with organizations like NSGC and ACGC through committee work and conference presentations.