How do they match: Genetic Counselors

  • Genetic Counseling Medical Specialist

  • Analyze genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific disorders or syndromes.
  • 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.
  • Provide genetic counseling in specified areas of clinical genetics, such as obstetrics, pediatrics, oncology and neurology.
  • Refer patients to specialists or community resources.

  • Train medical providers.
  • Conduct health or safety training programs.
  • Prepare healthcare training materials.