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Dr Alan Ma

Clinical Geneticist; Department of Clinical Genetics, Sydney Children's Hospitals Network; Senior Lecturer, Specialty of Genomic Medicine, University of Sydney
Dr Alan Ma is a Clinical Geneticist at Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network – Westmead and an academic with the University of Sydney, dedicated to making genomic medicine more accessible and equitable for all families. He leads the nationally funded MRFF genomics research program PRECISE, which aims to implement genomics in primary care, and conducts research in rare disease gene discovery and implementation science in partnership with clinicians and consumers. His work bridges clinical care, research, education, and policy, with the goal of improving diagnostic outcomes, empowering clinicians, and supporting families navigating complex genetic conditions.

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