Genetic Counseling: Understanding Your Options<\/strong><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Genetic counseling helps you understand your chances of passing on or encountering certain genetic conditions, and which testing options make sense for you. Common reasons to consider it include advanced maternal age, being a carrier for a genetic condition, a family history that includes a child with a genetic condition, or a positive screening result or ultrasound finding during your current pregnancy. At Pembroke Perinatal Center, counseling is provided directly by our physicians.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>Information that helps you make confident decisions<\/b><\/p>\n
Genetic counseling isn’t about delivering bad news. It’s about giving you clear, personalized information so you can understand your options and make the choices that are right for your family.<\/span><\/p>\nWho should consider it<\/b><\/p>\n
The most common reasons are advanced maternal age, being a carrier for a genetic condition, having had a child born with a genetic condition, or a positive genetic test or ultrasound finding during your current pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\nWho provides it<\/b><\/p>\n
Your counseling is provided directly by our physicians, both of whom are MDs with specialized expertise in exactly these questions.<\/span><\/p>\nThe testing is tailored to you<\/b><\/p>\n
There’s no one-size-fits-all panel. Your options depend on your history, any prior testing, and what your referring OB has already ordered, so we start by reviewing all of that with you. Available options may include maternal blood tests that screen for or evaluate genetic conditions. In certain situations, diagnostic testing of the baby may be recommended. Because that involves a procedure, we discuss it in detail with you, including the benefits, the limitations, and the risks, so you can decide what’s right for you.<\/span><\/p>\nSupport when answers are hard<\/b><\/p>\n
Sometimes results are difficult or uncertain, and you won’t face that alone. We focus on clear communication and compassion, take the time to explain findings in a way that makes sense, and answer every question. If new questions come up after you leave, we want you to call us. We’re always glad to provide more clarity.<\/span><\/p>\nNavigating it together<\/b><\/p>\n
Whatever brings you to genetic counseling, the goal is the same: clarity, options, and a specialist beside you as you weigh them.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>FAQ <\/b><\/h2><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Who should consider genetic counseling?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nCommon reasons include advanced maternal age, being a carrier for a genetic condition, having had a child born with a genetic condition, or a positive screening result or ultrasound finding in the current pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Who provides genetic counseling at your practice?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nBoth of our physicians, who are MDs, provide counseling directly.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>What kinds of genetic tests are involved?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIt depends on your history, prior testing, and what your OB has already ordered. Options may include maternal blood tests, and in certain situations, diagnostic testing of the baby, which is discussed in full beforehand.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>What if my results are difficult or uncertain?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nWe explain findings clearly and compassionately, answer all of your questions, and welcome you to call us afterward if more questions come up. You’re supported throughout.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Patient Feedback<\/span><\/p><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dilcia C.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/h3><\/div><\/i> I had my first appt. today at Pembroke Perinatal, the experience was superb. From the front desk staff, to our very sweet ultrasound technologist, Marta, and Eileen, everyone was very kind and professional. Dr. Romary was truly excellent and willing to answer any questions we had. Overall wonderful experience!!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Belkis P.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/h3><\/div><\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Nice, courteous and quick service. Dr. Romary is very kind and patient, answers all questions with details and simple\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Megha M.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/h3><\/div><\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Had great experience, Dr.Romary and her staff is great. So courteous all are. Each appointment I looked forward too as they gave detailed information and answered all my questions on baby growth. I had gestational diabetes and with that too, Dr. Romary guided me well to manage it with diet. She followed up to make sure my sugars were in limits and it will not affect baby\u2019s growth. Love this place!!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Genetic counseling helps you understand your chances of passing on or encountering certain genetic conditions, and which testing options make sense for you. Common reasons to consider it include advanced maternal age, being a carrier for a genetic condition, a family history that includes a child with a genetic condition, or a positive screening result or ultrasound finding during your current pregnancy. At Pembroke Perinatal Center, counseling is provided directly by our physicians.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> Information that helps you make confident decisions<\/b><\/p>\n Genetic counseling isn’t about delivering bad news. It’s about giving you clear, personalized information so you can understand your options and make the choices that are right for your family.<\/span><\/p>\n Who should consider it<\/b><\/p>\n The most common reasons are advanced maternal age, being a carrier for a genetic condition, having had a child born with a genetic condition, or a positive genetic test or ultrasound finding during your current pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n Who provides it<\/b><\/p>\n Your counseling is provided directly by our physicians, both of whom are MDs with specialized expertise in exactly these questions.<\/span><\/p>\n The testing is tailored to you<\/b><\/p>\n There’s no one-size-fits-all panel. Your options depend on your history, any prior testing, and what your referring OB has already ordered, so we start by reviewing all of that with you. Available options may include maternal blood tests that screen for or evaluate genetic conditions. In certain situations, diagnostic testing of the baby may be recommended. Because that involves a procedure, we discuss it in detail with you, including the benefits, the limitations, and the risks, so you can decide what’s right for you.<\/span><\/p>\n Support when answers are hard<\/b><\/p>\n Sometimes results are difficult or uncertain, and you won’t face that alone. We focus on clear communication and compassion, take the time to explain findings in a way that makes sense, and answer every question. If new questions come up after you leave, we want you to call us. We’re always glad to provide more clarity.<\/span><\/p>\n Navigating it together<\/b><\/p>\n Whatever brings you to genetic counseling, the goal is the same: clarity, options, and a specialist beside you as you weigh them.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> Common reasons include advanced maternal age, being a carrier for a genetic condition, having had a child born with a genetic condition, or a positive screening result or ultrasound finding in the current pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Both of our physicians, who are MDs, provide counseling directly.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> It depends on your history, prior testing, and what your OB has already ordered. Options may include maternal blood tests, and in certain situations, diagnostic testing of the baby, which is discussed in full beforehand.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> We explain findings clearly and compassionately, answer all of your questions, and welcome you to call us afterward if more questions come up. You’re supported throughout.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Patient Feedback<\/span><\/p><\/h2><\/div> Dilcia C.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/h3><\/div> <\/i> I had my first appt. today at Pembroke Perinatal, the experience was superb. From the front desk staff, to our very sweet ultrasound technologist, Marta, and Eileen, everyone was very kind and professional. Dr. Romary was truly excellent and willing to answer any questions we had. Overall wonderful experience!!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> Belkis P.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/h3><\/div> <\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Nice, courteous and quick service. Dr. Romary is very kind and patient, answers all questions with details and simple\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> Megha M.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/h3><\/div> <\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Had great experience, Dr.Romary and her staff is great. So courteous all are. Each appointment I looked forward too as they gave detailed information and answered all my questions on baby growth. I had gestational diabetes and with that too, Dr. Romary guided me well to manage it with diet. She followed up to make sure my sugars were in limits and it will not affect baby\u2019s growth. Love this place!!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>FAQ <\/b><\/h2><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Who should consider genetic counseling?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Who provides genetic counseling at your practice?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>What kinds of genetic tests are involved?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>What if my results are difficult or uncertain?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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