Dr. Margaret Lilley

Professor

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Biography

Margaret Lilley is a genetic counsellor at Alberta Precision Laboratories, specializing in practice-based competencies for genetic counsellors, the role of genetic counsellors in clinical laboratories, and the communication of genetic testing results, particularly newborn screening. She completed her Bachelor of Science at the University of Alberta in 1996 and earned a Master of Science in Genetic Counseling from McGill University in 1999. Currently, Margaret actively volunteers with professional organizations in Canada and the USA. Among her notable achievements is receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors in 2022. Her research contributions include several studies focusing on newborn screening and genetic testing protocols that aim to improve the patient experience and the efficiency of genetic services. Her publications span various topics within the field, including the establishment of core competencies for Canadian genetic counsellors and the assessment of the impact of guideline implementations on detecting fetal aneuploidies. She continues to engage in funding initiatives to further her research in this vital area of genetics.

Research Interests

Awards

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Lifetime Achievement Award

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management