New Provider Spotlight: Isabella Steinbach, Genetic Counselor

Isabella Steinbach, M.S., CGC, is our new Genetics Counselor joining the Thompson Center’s medical team. Discover more about Isabella from our latest Q&A with her. 

What got you interested in working with autism and neurodevelopment?

My training in graduate school involved clinical rotations in a variety of specialties. Going into school, I was most interested in cancer genetics. While I did enjoy my rotations in cancer, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed my pediatric neurology and general pediatrics rotations. The combination of dedicated time, care coordination, and compassion that pediatrics providers have for their patients was exactly what I was looking for in my career. Neurodevelopmental conditions are complex, and genetics can add another daunting layer of complexity for a family. It is incredibly rewarding to educate and empower families in this setting. 

What is your educational background?

I went to Missouri S&T in Rolla and received my undergraduate degree in biology. I then went to graduate school at Indiana University and received my master’s degree in medical and molecular genetics. 

Where did you work before joining the Thompson Center team?

I worked at Liberty Hospital in the Kansas City area for 3 ½ years. At that job, I worked with adult patients primarily in hereditary cancer and cardiovascular genetics. 

What are you most looking forward to about your new role at the Thompson Center?

I’m looking forward to being involved in the collaborative atmosphere at the Thompson Center and helping families better understand the genetics of their child’s health concerns. 

When you’re not working, what do you enjoy doing?

I enjoy reading, baking, cooking, and spending time with my family.