Genetics and Molecular Biology

Clinical Genetics

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Clinical genetics is the practice of clinical medicine with particular attention to the hereditary disorders. Referrals are made to genetics clinics for the variety of reasons, including birth defects, developmental delay, autism, epilepsy, and many others. In the United States, physicians who practice clinical genetics are accredited by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG). In order to become a board-certified practitioner of a Clinical Genetics, a physician must complete   minimum of 24 months of his training in a program accredited by the ABMGG. Individual seeking acceptance into clinical genetics training programs and should  hold an M.D. or D.O. degree (or their equivalent)and he/she have completed a minimum of 24 months of their training in ACGME-accredited residency program internal medicine, pediatrics and gynecology or other medical specialty.