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| | Genetic counseling - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
 | | Genetic counselling is the process by which patients or relatives at risk of a inherited disorder are advised of the consequences and the nature of the disorder, the probability of developing or transmitting it and the options open to them in management and family planning in order to prevent, avoid or ameliorate it. | | | A genetic counselor is a health professional with specialized graduate degrees and experience in the areas of medical genetics and counseling. | | | Genetic counselors work as members of a health care team, providing information and support to families who have members with birth defects or genetic disorders and to families who may be at risk for a variety of inherited conditions. |
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| | Genetic Counseling |
| | Genetic Counseling is a communication process, which deals with the human problems associated with the occurrence, or the risk of occurrence, of a genetic disorder in a family. | | | Since counseling is vitally dependent upon research on the identification and delineation of new syndromes, the improvement of data on penetrance and expressivity, and the refinement of recurrence risk estimates, it is desirable that the counseling service be associated with an ongoing research program. | | | Gradually, however, the psychological complexities involved in the counseling situation began to be recognized, and now an increasing number of articles on the impact of genetic diseases on the family and the techniques, philosophy, psycho-dynamics, and ethics of counseling are appearing... |
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| | Genetic counseling is a discussion with a health care provider or genetics counselor about genetic diseases in a family. | | | Genetic diseases are conditions that can be passed on from a parent to offspring. | | | Genetic counseling can have a major impact on a person's life. |
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| | Genetic counseling |
| | Counseling sessions for older parents, or for those requesting prenatal diagnosis because of anxiety (close contact with a handicapped individual, for example) are intended to provide information concerning the benefits and risks inherent to prenatal diagnostic techniques. | | | The training of individuals competent to give genetic counseling has been formalized in a number of European countries, as was done in the United States and Canada a number of years ago through their respective Boards of Medical Genetics. | | | Arriving at a specific diagnosis: this is often the most difficult, trying and time consuming part of the process, for the health care professionals as well as for the family (who are understandably more concerned with the care of their affected relative, than with the specific name of his or her disorder). |
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| | Genetic Counseling: Coping with the Human Impact of Genetic Disease |
| | For genetic counselors, the family is the patient, not just the person affected, or potentially affected, with a genetic disease. | | | Genetic counselors can meet these challenges, helping patients and their families to cope with the effects of genetic disease in their lives. | | | The first step in a genetic counseling session is to determine why the patient or family is seeking genetic counseling and to identify what information they wish to get out of the session. |
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| | Genetic Counseling |
| | Genetic counseling is a communication process which deals with the human problems associated with the occurrence or risk of occurrence of a genetic disorder in a family. | | | Non-directive Counseling - Adherence to a nonprescriptive (often referred to as "non-directive") approach is perhaps the most defining feature of genetic counseling. | | | The philosophy stems from a firm belief that genetic counseling should-insofar is possible-be devoid of any eugenic motivation. |
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| | Genetic Counseling |
| | Genetic counselors are professionals who have completed a master's program in medical genetics and counseling skills. | | | The best time to seek genetic counseling is before becoming pregnant, when a counselor can help assess your risk factors. | | | Genetic counselors can help identify and interpret the risks of an inherited disorder, explain inheritance patterns, suggest testing, and lay out possible scenarios. |
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| | Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine: Genetic counseling |
| | A genetic counselor, with the aid of the patient or family, creates a detailed family pedigree that includes the incidence of disease in first-degree (parents, siblings, and children) and second-degree (aunts, uncles, and grandparents) relatives. | | | An important aspect of the genetic counseling session is the compilation of a family pedigree or medical history. | | | Genetic counselors, educated in the medical and the psychosocial aspects of genetic diseases, convey complex information to help people make life decisions. |
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| | Perinatology & Genetic Counseling |
| | Genetic counselors have a master’s degree in genetic counseling and may be certified by the American Board of Genetic Counseling. | | | Genetic Counseling is a process whereby information about a person’s family history is discussed and analyzed. | | | The role of the genetic counselor is to inform and educate individuals and families about the condition that may affect them. |
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| | Masters in Genetic Counseling |
| | Its goals are to prepare graduates to provide genetic counseling with an emphasis on clients' psychological and educational needs; conduct social and behavioral research related to genetic counseling; and educate health care providers, policy makers, and the public about genetics and related health and social issues. | | | Graduates of the program are eligible to sit for the genetic counseling board examinations after completion of the degree program and a clinical log book demonstrating significant involvement in the evaluation and counseling of at least 50 patients from approved rotation sites. | | | Most of the preceptors for clinical rotations are board-certified genetic counselors. |
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http://www.jhsph.edu/Dept/HPM/Degree_Programs/Masters_Degrees/MScGenet
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| | The genetic counseling profession is rapidly expanding and diversifying, according to the National Society of Genetic Counselors. | | | Genetic counselors have their work cut out for them as the public becomes increasingly aware of the availability of genetic tests without fully understanding the science behind them. | | | People enter the field from a variety of disciplines, including biology, genetics, nursing, psychology, public health and social work, and must receive a master's degree and certification in genetic counseling. |
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| | Genetic Counseling AHealthyMe.com |
| | A genetic counselor is a medical professional with a special postgraduate degree who can help you sort through complex information about your chances of having a child with a genetic disorder or birth defect as well as the testing and treatment options available to you. | | | You may already have met with a genetic counselor before your pregnancy if you were concerned about any risk factors that you have for having a child with this kind of problem. | | | Genetic counselors work with you and your family to help you absorb and digest information. |
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| | Simulated Genetic Counseling Activity - KUMC |
| | Have genetic counselor explain genetic counseling process: how appointments are usually made, what the counselor knows about the couple prior to the appointment, what records were obtained, or need to be obtained, what consultations or procedures might have been arranged. | | | The session goal is to understand the genetic counseling process, not the diagnostic process and medical facts per se, although these are likely to emerge. | | | A family history form, if available, from a genetic counseling center is helpful, but not essential. |
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| | Northern California's Comprehensive Thalassemia Center at at Children's Hospital Oakland |
| | Genetic counseling is a communication process of providing information and support to families, couples, or individuals that are in some way impacted by an inherited disease such as thalassemia. | | | They met with a genetic counselor to discuss the risk of alpha thalassemia major for her fetus and testing options to find out if the baby was affected. | | | She and her husband were able to receive support from the genetic counselor as they dealt with this unexpected information and decided what to do next. |
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| | National Cancer Institute - Cancer Genetics Risk Assessment and Counseling |
| | Genetic counselors and genetic advanced practice nurses are professionals trained to deliver medical and genetic risk information and to counsel individuals and families about prevention and risk reduction. | | | Genetic counseling has been defined by the American Society of Human Genetics as âa communication process which deals with the human problems associated with the occurrence, or risk of occurrence, of a genetic disorder in a family. | | | Genetic counseling may be provided by various health professionals (e.g., genetic counselors, genetic advanced practice nurses, social workers, psychologists, and physicians) who have expertise in this area. |
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http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/pdq/genetics/risk-assessment-and-counseling
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| | genome.gov Genetics FAQ |
| | Genetics counselors are health care professionals with specialized graduate degrees and experience in medical genetics and counseling. | | | Genetic counselors work as members of health care teams providing information and support to individuals or families who have genetic disorders or may be at risk for inherited conditions. | | | A genetics counselor may refer you to a geneticist - a medical doctor or medical researcher - who specializes in your disease or disorder. |
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| | Genetic Counselors |
| | Genetic counselors are health professionals who are trained to help families understand genetic disorders and to provide information and support to those families. | | | Genetic research is a powerful tool for treating medical conditions, but it is still a new tool. | | | Genetic counselors work with doctors and families to help families get the information they need to understand the disorder. |
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| | Penn Ob/Gyn Care: Genetic Counseling Services |
| | Genetic counselors are available to discuss your options and will advise you on what raising a handicapped child will mean for your family. | | | Penn’s Division of Reproductive Genetics provides comprehensive diagnostic services, medical management, counseling and follow-up care for individuals and families who are affected by or concerned about genetic disorders. | | | Penn obstetricians and maternal fetal medicine specialists work closely with genetic physicians and genetic counselors. |
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| | Genetic Counseling |
| | Documentation of the counseling session ensures an accurate record for the patient and/or the referring physician. | | | Assess and interpret the risk for occurrence (or recurrence) of genetic conditions in the family. | | | Assistance with decision making requires depth in counseling skills and a non-directive approach that is respectful of patient feelings and beliefs. |
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http://www.kumc.edu/gec/prof/genecoun.html
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| | Genetic Counseling |
| | Genetic Counseling: What is it and where can I find a genetic counselor | | | to assist genetic counselors in evaluating the risk of recurrence of genetic disorders based on the analysis of family pedigrees. | | | Genetic counselor training: a review and considerations for the future |
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http://www.kumc.edu/gec/prof/gc.html
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| | Welcome to Greenwich Hospital |
| | Genetic Counseling is a communication process that translates technical and complicated knowledge into practical information for individuals and families. | | | Genetic testing and discussion of the results with a knowledgeable counselor can help people through the maze of fear, misinformation and family strife that may accompany discovery of an elevated risk. | | | Prior to her current position as Greenwich Hospital’s Genetic Counselor, she was a Senior Genetic Counselor in the Department of Genetics at Yale University where she has been associated since 1977. |
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| | Master's in Genetic Counseling Program |
| | The field of genetic counseling is rapidly changing, and it is essential for genetic counselors to understand the diverse roles they have in a wide range of clinical settings. | | | Genetic counselors need to be able to educate lay people, medical professionals, as well as community groups. | | | The University of Maryland School of Medicine offers a Master's in Genetic Counseling Training Program for motivated individuals interested in becoming part of the expanding field of medical genetics. |
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http://medschool.umaryland.edu/mgc
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| | Genetic Counseling |
| | Genetic counseling for women with a personal or family history of breast cancer or ovarian cancer | | | Individuals meet with a genetic counselor to review their family's history and construct a family tree to uncover cancer patterns. | | | A personalized cancer risk profile with strategies to lessen the likelihood of developing the disease is developed. |
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http://www.breastmd.org/genetic.html
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| | Genetic Counseling |
| | Genetic Counseling (Copyright © Nemours Foundation) - Contains information on what is a genetic counselor and who should see one. | | | Genetic Counseling - This web site provides information about genetic counselors. | | | Fact Sheet Counseling and Support: When and Where To Find It (Copyright © ASRM) - This fact sheet offers information about counseling and support, when and where to find it and when to see a infertility counselor for services. |
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| | Sloan-Kettering - Hereditary Cancer & Genetics |
| | The Clinical Genetics Service at Memorial Sloan-Kettering offers hereditary cancer risk assessment, genetic counseling, and genetic testing by specially trained genetic counselors and physicians to people who are concerned about their personal and/or family history of cancer. | | | Having a family history of cancer poses a number of psychological challenges and some individuals may prefer additional help after genetic counseling in coping with their emotions or in making decisions about managing their risk. | | | This information may be helpful in making medical decisions about how to manage your risk for cancer. |
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| | Genetic Counseling |
| | Call a genetics center or the National Society of Genetic Counselors at (610) 872-7608 to locate a genetic counselor in your vicinity. | | | Some clinical molecular genetic laboratories have a genetic counselor who can help explain results to physicians and families. | | | Contacting a counselor with special fragile X expertise can be particularly helpful. |
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| | M.S. Program in Genetic Counseling |
| | Genetic Counselors and Autism: Assessment of the Knowledge Base | | | The experiences and preferences of parents receiving the diagnosis of a genetic condition in their child | | | Burnout in Genetic Counselors: identifying risk factors and means of coping |
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| | genome.gov Talking Glossary: "genetic counseling" |
| | Genetic counseling provides patients with information about their condition and helps them make informed decisions. | | | A short-term educational counseling process for individuals and families who have a genetic disease or who are at risk for such a disease. | | | Barbara Biesecker, M.S., of the National Human Genome Research Institute's Medical Genetics Branch, defines genetic counseling. |
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| | GIVF Genetic Counseling |
| | Prenatal testing and genetic counseling - Helpful information for patients who want to know about the choices available to them. | | | Genetic diseases are not uncommon, and a significant proportion of children with birth defects or individuals with chronic illnesses have genetic disorders. | | | Families and couples planning to have children may be faced with the diagnosis of a genetic disease. |
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| | MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Genetic counseling and prenatal diagnosis |
| | Genetic counseling (and prenatal diagnosis) provides parents with the knowledge to make intelligent, informed decisions regarding possible pregnancy and its outcome. | | | MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Genetic counseling and prenatal diagnosis | | | If a pregnancy occurs the couple may want to evaluate the fetus by prenatal diagnosis. |
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| | United States Genetic Counseling Programs |
| | Beaver College Deborah L. Eunpu, M.S. University of Pittsburgh Betsy Gettig, M.S. Genetic Counseling Training Program A300 Crabtree Hall 130 DeSoto St. Pittsburgh, PA 15261 | | | Genetic Counseling Program Home Page maintained by the Metz Lab. | | | Johns Hopkins University / National Human Genome Research Institute Genetic Counseling Graduate Program Barbara Bowles Biesecker, M.S. University of Maryland Karen R. Eanet, M.S. Division of Human Genetics 405 W. Redwood Street, Suite 400 Baltimore, MD 21201 |
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| | Genetic Counseling Internships |
| | National Human Genome Research Institute, Bethesda, MD - co-op | | | National Cancer Institute, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, Bethesda, MD - co-op | | | that may provide experiences in genetics, human genetics, gene expression, developmental biology and clinical genetics. |
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| | Genetic counseling Info - Encyclopedia WikiWhat.com |
| | Genetic counseling is a form of genetic analysis involving the testing of the genomes of two individuals for genetic diseases or weaknesses. | | | The chance of such weaknesses being passed on to offspring of the individuals concerned is then calculated so that they can make an informed decision on the matter. | | | Visit the new voiprealfan.com and find articles and information about voip |
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| | MedlinePlus: Genetic Testing |
| | Genetic Testing for Newborns at Increased Risk (American Association for Clinical Chemistry) | | | Issues in Genetics and Health (National Human Genome Research Institute) | | | Genetic Testing: Weighing Its Benefits and Risks (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research) |
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| | Genetic Counseling |
| | The Genetic Counseling Program Webpage has moved to: | | | If you have any problems, please contact us at |
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