"Dobbs Decision is a Huge Setback for Genetic Counseling and the People Who Need It"
Sonia M. Suter wrote for STAT News about how the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision affects those who seek genetic counseling.
Health Law
The nation’s capital offers an incomparable setting in which to study health law, one of the fastest-growing legal practice areas. GW’s Health Law is designed to enable students to take maximum advantage of this unique location. Key survey courses and seminars emphasize the crucial role the law plays in the design and operation of the U.S. health care and public health systems. Through the study of health law at GW, students learn about the complex structure of the federal regulatory process, the relationship between federal and state health system regulation, and the relationship between federal regulation and industry stakeholders. Special attention is paid to the effect of these vast and complex legal interactions on the health of consumers, patients, and the general population. Students also benefit from the extraordinary externship and job placement opportunities available in Washington, DC, ready access to experts both at GW and in the broader community and leading-edge research opportunities in health law and policy.
Academics
Concentration in Health Law
Degree Offerings
Clinics
Student Opportunities
Writing Competitions
Fellowships
Skills Competitions
Student Groups
News & Events
Faculty in the News
"Egg and Sperm Donors Could Be Required to Share Their Medical Records"
Sonia M. Suter was quoted in "Wired" about a proposed law that would require egg and sperm donors to provide certain medical information.
"Corporate Lobbying Could Imperil Sweeping Data Privacy Bill"
Daniel J. Solove was quoted by The Hill about the American Data Privacy and Protection Act.
Events
The Health Law holds several events throughout the year. Please check back for new events.