What does a pediatric geneticist do?
Pediatric geneticists diagnose, counsel, and treat families with many different kinds of problems including the following: Birth defects (physical differences present at birth causing a health problem) Conditions with one or more birth defects (Down syndrome, Williams syndrome, or achondroplasia)
Why would a baby need to see a geneticist?
The reasons that a person might be referred to a genetic counselor, medical geneticist, or other genetics professional include: A personal or family history of a genetic condition, birth defect, chromosomal disorder, or hereditary cancer. Two or more pregnancy losses (miscarriages), a stillbirth, or a baby who died.
Do you need a referral for a geneticist?
Yes, a referral is needed. If you have had a biopsy test, the biopsy center director should refer you. However, any licensed physician or genetic counselor may make the referral.
What can a geneticist tell you?
Genetic tests can help to:
- Diagnose disease.
- Identify gene changes that are responsible for an already diagnosed disease.
- Determine the severity of a disease.
- Guide doctors in deciding on the best medicine or treatment to use for certain individuals.
- Identify gene changes that may increase the risk to develop a disease.
Is there a genetics clinic in San Antonio?
We provide a compassionate approach to families seeking answers about genetic conditions. The Genetics Clinic at The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio provides evaluation, diagnosis, genetic counseling, treatment, and management for pediatric and adult patients with a known or suspected genetic condition.
Who are the doctors at Children’s Hospital San Antonio?
The PWS team includes a dietitian, endocrinologist, genetic counselor, geneticist, otolaryngologist (ENT), psychologist, sleep medicine specialist, social worker, and speech therapist. Once the forms are submitted, we will contact you to arrange an appointment at one of our clinic locations. If you have questions, please call 210.704.0407.
Why are children referred to the genetics clinic?
Genetic conditions are common and can affect any age group or body system. Children and adults are referred to our clinic for a variety of reasons, such as developmental delay, intellectual disability, autism, chromosomal disorder, birth defect, or suspected genetic condition.
Is there a Prader Willi clinic in San Antonio?
Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a genetic disorder that affects growth and development. The Prader-Willi Clinic at The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio provides a team approach to the evaluation and treatment of individuals diagnosed with PWS.