Medical Residency/Fellowship Programs
Medical Genetics and Genomics Residency/Fellowship Programs
Colleges award this field under 5 named programs, from Clinical Biochemical Genetics Residency Program to Medical Genetics and Genomics Residency/Fellowship Programs, Other.
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Programs within this field
Colleges may offer this field under 5 more specific program names. The program you choose affects the courses you take.
- Clinical Biochemical Genetics Residency Program
- Prepares physicians to perform and interpret biochemical analyses relevant to the diagnosis and management of human genetic diseases, and to serve as a consultant regarding laboratory diagnosis of a broad range of inherited disorders. One of three general certificates in the area of medical genetics.
- Clinical Genetics and Genomics Residency Program
- Prepares physicians to provide comprehensive diagnostic, management, and counseling services for individuals and families at risk for clinical disorders with a genetic basis. One of three general certificates in the area of medical genetics.
- Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Residency Program
- Prepares physicians to direct and interpret both clinical cytogenetic and molecular genetic analyses relevant to the diagnosis and management of human genetic diseases. One of three general certificates in the area of medical genetics.
- Medical Biochemical Genetics Residency Program
- Prepares physicians in the diagnosis and medical management of individuals with inborn errors of metabolism, including the provision of direct care and consultative care for individuals of all ages. Requires prior completion of a residency program in medical genetics.
- Medical Genetics and Genomics Residency/Fellowship Programs, Other
- Medical genetics and genomics not listed above.
Also called Clinical Cytogenetics and Genomics Residency Program, Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics Residency Program
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