How do they match: Genetic Counselors

  • Prenatal and Pediatric Genetic Counselor

  • Assess patients' psychological or emotional needs, such as those relating to stress, fear of test results, financial issues, and marital conflicts to make referral recommendations or assist patients in managing test outcomes.
  • Determine or coordinate treatment plans by requesting laboratory services, reviewing genetics or counseling literature, and considering histories or diagnostic data.
  • Identify funding sources and write grant proposals for eligible programs or services.

  • Develop medical treatment plans.