Anneka Ecker
About Anneka Ecker
Anneka Ecker is a Genetic Counseling Intern with a background in genetic counseling and biology. She has experience working at notable institutions such as Mayo Clinic and University of Utah Health.
Work at Intermountain Healthcare
Anneka Ecker currently serves as a Genetic Counseling Intern at Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City, Utah. She has been in this role since 2023, accumulating 10 months of experience. In this position, she engages in various tasks related to genetic counseling, contributing to patient care and support.
Education and Expertise
Anneka Ecker is pursuing a Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling at the University of Utah, with her studies spanning from 2022 to 2024. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Minnesota, completing her degree in 2020. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in genetics and counseling techniques.
Background
Anneka Ecker completed her high school education at Mahtomedi Senior High School from 2012 to 2016. Following high school, she gained practical experience in the field of genetics through various internships and positions, including her role as a Genetic Counseling Assistant at Mayo Clinic from 2020 to 2023.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role, Anneka Ecker worked as a Genetic Counseling Assistant at Mayo Clinic for three years, where she gained significant experience in genetic counseling. She also held internships at the University of Utah Health in the Neurology and Ophthalmology Clinic, as well as at the Huntsman Cancer Institute, both in 2023. Additionally, she worked as a Technical Aide at 3M from 2017 to 2020.