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Careers in Medicine: Specialty InformationMedical GeneticsNature of the workA medical geneticist is trained in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for patients with genetically-linked diseases. This specialist uses modern cytogenic, radiologic, and biochemical testing to assist in specialized genetic counseling, implement needed therapeutic interventions, and provide prevention through prenatal diagnosis.The medical geneticist plans and coordinates large scale screening programs for inborn errors of metabolism, hemoglobinopathies, chromosome abnormalities and neural tube defects.1 Medical geneticists can receive training in the following subspecialties:
Training/residency informationTraining in medical genetics is two or four years. The two year program can only be completed after two years of a residency in another specialty area. The four year program must include two years of pregenetics education. One year of additional training is required for certification in the subspecialty areas. For more information
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