Bay Path Names Megan Trinkle-Knotts Program Director for MS in Genetic Counseling

LONGMEADOW — Bay Path University announced the appointment of Megan Trinkle-Knotts as the new program director of the master of science in genetic counseling program, effective immediately.

Trinkle-Knotts brings nearly 20 years of experience in clinical genetics and genetic counseling education to the role. She began her career at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, where she worked in both prenatal and pediatric practice for nearly a decade. During her tenure, she helped develop a statewide Perinatal Loss Evaluation Program, which provided customized evaluation services for families experiencing stillbirth, and she co-led a Cord Blood Collection/Genetics Consultation Initiative aimed at avoiding missed diagnostic opportunities in newborns with anomalies or life-threatening conditions.

In 2015, she joined the Center for Genomic Advocacy at Indiana State University, where she played a foundational role in launching a new master’s in genetic counseling program and a Genetic Counseling Clinic focused on oncology and psychiatric genetics. In 2021, she joined Bay Path as assistant director and fieldwork coordinator, where she oversaw the development of clinical and fieldwork experiences for students nationwide.

“Megan’s background combines clinical excellence with a deep commitment to education and program development,” said Terry DeVito, dean of the School of Health & Natural Sciences at Bay Path. “We are thrilled to bring her experience and perspective to shape the program’s next era and continue to build upon our success.”

Trinkle-Knotts is an active contributor to the field through research, publications, and national leadership. She is involved with several professional organizations, including the Indiana Network of Genetic Counselors, the Genetic Counselor Educators Assoc., the National Society of Genetic Counselors, and the Indiana Maternal Mortality Review Committee. She earned her bachelor’s degree in secondary education from Indiana University and her master’s degree in genetic counseling from the Indiana School of Medicine.

Bay Path’s master of science in genetic counseling is part of the School of Health and Natural Sciences. As one of the largest genetic counseling programs in the country, enrollment is limited to 20 highly qualified students each year. With approximately 120 applicants annually, admission is both competitive and selective.