How do they match: Genetic Counselors

  • Prenatal and Pediatric Genetic Counselor

  • Explain diagnostic procedures such as chorionic villus sampling (CVS), ultrasound, fetal blood sampling, and amniocentesis.
  • Interview patients or review medical records to obtain comprehensive patient or family medical histories, and document findings.
  • Read current literature, talk with colleagues, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in genetics.

  • Record patient medical histories.