How do they match: Genetic Counselors

  • Prenatal and Pediatric Genetic Counselor

  • Collect for, or share with, research projects patient data on specific genetic disorders or syndromes.
  • Design and conduct genetics training programs for physicians, graduate students, other health professions or the general community.
  • Determine or coordinate treatment plans by requesting laboratory services, reviewing genetics or counseling literature, and considering histories or diagnostic data.
  • Interpret laboratory results and communicate findings to patients or physicians.
  • Refer patients to specialists or community resources.

  • Communicate detailed medical information to patients or family members.
  • Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
  • Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.