How do they match: Genetic Counselors

Assess individual or family risk for a variety of inherited conditions, such as genetic disorders and birth defects. Provide information to other healthcare providers or to individuals and families concerned with the risk of inherited conditions. Advise individuals and families to support informed decisionmaking and coping methods for those at risk. May help conduct research related to genetic conditions or genetic counseling.

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.
Determine or coordinate treatment plans by requesting laboratory services, reviewing genetics or counseling literature, and considering histories or diagnostic data.
Engage in research activities related to the field of medical genetics or genetic counseling.
Prepare or provide genetics-related educational materials to patients or medical personnel.
Provide genetic counseling in specified areas of clinical genetics, such as obstetrics, pediatrics, oncology and neurology.
Read current literature, talk with colleagues, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in genetics.
Write detailed consultation reports to provide information on complex genetic concepts to patients or referring physicians.

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