Michelle Fox

Michele Fox is a Teaching Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), affiliated with the School of Medicine. She has dedicated over 30 years to genetic counseling, clinical research, and ethical issues in genetics. Her roles include coordinating the UCLA Genetics Clinic, advising predictive testing programs for Huntington Disease, early-onset Alzheimer's, and neurodegenerative disorders. She also serves on advisory boards for the UCLA and Mt. Sinai Genetic Counseling Programs, and consults for organizations like Invitae.

Education & Teaching:

Research Focus: Specializes in newborn screening, carrier screening, diagnostic testing, predictive testing, ethical decision-making in genetic services, and effective communication of genetic information. She emphasizes best practices for shared decision-making and patient advocacy.

Advisory Roles & Committees:

• Currently chairs the Southern California Genetic Counselors, a non-profit organization, and advises genetic counseling programs.

Professional Affiliations: Member of the American College of Medical Genetics, National Society of Genetic Counselors, and Society of Inherited Metabolic Disorders.