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Program:
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Medical Genetics Program of Southwestern Ontario
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Address:
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800 Commissioners Rd E, Zone B, Level 5, Room 040 (B5-040)
London, ON
N6A 5W9
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Intersection:
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Wellington Rd and Commissioners Rd E
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Service Description:
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Genetic testing, assessment, counselling, treatment and screening programs for infants, children and youth and their families
Cancer Genetics Clinic - Conducts assessments of future cancer risk * provides genetic
counselling * arranges genetic testing, if appropriate, and explains
results * makes recommendations for prevention, early detection and
surveillance, and provides referrals to other providers to receive
treatment, surveillance and follow-up care
General Genetics Clinic - Provides assessment and genetic counselling to families with infants and
children who have birth defects and/or developmental delay or family
history of a known or potential genetic disease
Inherited Metabolic Disorders - Specialized team offers intervention and treatment care to patients with inherited metabolic disorders and their families
Newborn Screening Program - Identifies newborns at risk of disorders that can lead to significant health concerns * newborns are screened for metabolic, endocrine and hematological conditions * screening is available to every newborn in Ontario
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Fees:
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Most services covered by OHIP
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Application:
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Medical referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Infants, children and youth and their families
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Interpretation available upon request
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