Genomic Health Team

Dr. Noura Abul-Husn, MD, PhD is the Vice President of Genomic Health at 23andMe. She leads 23andMe’s clinical strategy to integrate consumer genetics into healthcare and provides genomic medicine expertise to direct company-wide health initiatives. In addition to her leadership role at 23andMe, Dr. Abul-Husn is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

Dr. Abul-Husn is a physician scientist and expert in personalized healthcare and genomic medicine. She previously served as founding Chief of the Division of Genomic Medicine and Clinical Director of the Institute for Genomic Health at Mount Sinai, overseeing multi-disciplinary teams of clinicians and researchers to spearhead genomic research, education, and care delivery innovation. Prior to that, she served as Director of Translational Genetics at the Regeneron Genetics Center. She has spoken and published extensively on her research spanning genomic discovery, genomic medicine, and health equity.

Dr. Abul-Husn is a double board-certified Internist and Medical Geneticist. She completed her MD, PhD, and residency at Mount Sinai in New York, and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. She is the recipient of numerous awards, including a 40 under 40 Rising Star Award and the Dr. Michael S. Watson Genetic & Genomic Medicine Innovation Award from the ACMG Foundation for Genetic and Genomic Medicine.

Anne joined 23andMe in 2018 and is Director of Clinical Genetics, Education & Outreach. In her role, she leads initiatives in medical and healthcare education directed at current and future healthcare professionals and clinical genetics providers. Anne brings her many years of experience leading genetics education efforts using creative ways to engage a wider audience in how to use genetics to inform the care of patients. Prior to joining 23andMe, Anne served as director of the genetic counseling graduate programs at Sarah Lawrence College in New York and Wayne State University School of Medicine. She earned her degree in Medical Genetics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Amy joined 23andMe in 2022 as Director of Population Health Genomics. Amy provides expertise and strategic guidance across many teams at 23andMe as the company seeks to evolve and scale its health-related products and services. Amy brings over 20 years experience as a genetic counselor working in healthcare and research settings with a strong background in leadership and innovation across multiple national organizations. Prior to 23andMe, Amy served as the Principal Investigator of the MyCode Community Health Initiative and the Director of its Genomic Screening and Counseling Program at Geisinger Health. She received a M.S. in Molecular Pathology from The Ohio State University and a M.S. in Human Genetics and Genetic Counseling from University of Michigan

Dr. Ryanne Wu joined 23andMe in 2023 as the Director of Genomic Medicine. Dr. Wu brings a primary care lens to the team as it works to guide customers through the process of receiving their genetic results into acting on any health risks that are uncovered. Dr. Wu is also working with 23andMe’s Lemonaid healthcare providers to integrate evidence-based genetics interventions into the primary care services that Lemonaid offers.

Dr. Wu brings over 15 years of clinical experience as a board-certified internal medicine physician and 10 years as an implementation scientist, developing and evaluating precision medicine interventions for primary care. Her most recent position was as Associate Professor of Medicine at Duke University. She received her M.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and completed residency and chief residency in Internal Medicine at Georgetown University. She has a M.H.S. in Clinical Research from Duke University.

Eloycsia (Elo) joined the 23andMe gene pool in 2018. In her role as Sr. Project Manager, she works cross-functionally to support 23andMe product launches, Genomic Health led research studies, and other ongoing department-wide initiatives. She has over a decade of experience as a public health professional, including 7 years in project management. Outside of work, Elo enjoys going on adventures with her family, being competitive on peloton, and traveling the world. Her favorite part about working at 23andMe is how often she has the opportunity to be innovative in her work. She earned a Master’s degree in Public Health from San Francisco State University.

Stacey has been a part of the 23andMe team since 2016. Her years of experience in Medical Affairs help to shape 23andMe’s products and messaging through her clinical genetics lens. Stacey interacts with many different teams at the company to ensure that there is valid and clear communication about 23andMe products and services within the company and externally. Stacey’s past experience includes clinical and research experience as a genetic counselor in maternal fetal medicine clinics at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and the Palo Alto Medical Foundation. She has served in leadership for the Precision Medicine special interest group of the National Society of Genetic Counselors. Stacey earned her master’s degree in genetic counseling in 2012 from Arcadia University in Pennsylvania.

Marlena joined the Medical Affairs team at 23andMe in 2022. She interacts with many different teams and is responsible for shaping company products, services, research efforts, communications, and claims. Marlena is a licensed and certified genetic counselor and spent three years with Labcorp as a clinical genetic counselor in a maternal fetal medicine clinic prior to joining 23andMe. Marlena has a passion for empowering individuals through advancing genetic understanding and accessibility; she is incredibly proud to be living this out in her profession on the 23andMe Genomic Health team. Marlena earned a master’s degree in genetic counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Brianne (Bri) joined 23andMe in 2023 as Medical Communications Manager. She is a licensed and certified genetic counselor with expertise at the intersection of consumer DNA testing, genetic identity, and medical genetics. Her niche is working with populations impacted by adoption, donor conception, NPE (“not parent expected”), and unexpected family discoveries. Brianne has written and co-authored multiple journal publications and books including the DNA Guide for Adoptees. A 2005 graduate of Northwestern University’s Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling, Bri also brings to the team many years of media experience as the Ancestry Expert for the National Society of Genetic Counselors and founder of Watershed DNA.

Hannah (she/her) joined 23andMe in 2023 as the company’s first genetic counselor to join in a clinical role. She interacts closely with the Lemonaid Health clinicians, providing them with clinical genetics support and education in addition to her role in advancing research within the company. Hannah is also an adjunct faculty member at the MGH Institute of Health Professions. Her professional interests include clinical education, reproductive genetics, and advocating for sexual and gender minority people in healthcare, which has led her to take an active role in education, research, and writing on these topics. Prior to 23andMe, she saw patients in maternal-fetal medicine and reproductive endocrinology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA. She earned her MS in Human Genetics and Genetic Counseling from Stanford University.