Genetics Doctors

Geneticists

Medical Genetics is physician specialty in which training is provided in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for patients with genetically-linked diseases. A Medical Genetics specialist uses modern cytogenetic, radiologic and biochemical testing to assist in specialized genetic counseling, implement needed therapeutic interventions and provide prevention through prenatal diagnosis. The Medical Geneticist plans and coordinates large-scale screening programs for inborn errors of metabolism, hemoglobinopathies, chromosome abnormalities and neural tube defects.