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What Pediatricians and Obstetricians Should Know About Prenatal Genetic Testing Today

A panel of pediatric and obstetrical specialists from Columbia discuss prenatal diagnosis of genetic disorders. For couples at increased risk of having a child affected by a genetic condition, it is now possible to test an embryo prior to implantation, before the beginning of pregnancy, to identify specific inheritable, genetic conditions and chromosomal abnormalities. New technologies also enable assessment of recurrence risk for de novo mutations. Our experts discuss the current status of genetic testing options before, during, and after pregnancy. Moderated by award-winning CBS medical correspondent Dr. Max Gomez, panelists include Wendy Chung, MD, PhD Kennedy Family Professor & Chief, Division of Clinical Genetics, Department of Pediatrics; Ronald Wapner, MD Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology; Vice Chair for Research; Director, Reproductive Health; Stephanie Galloway, MS, CGC Reproductive Genetic Counselor, Lecturer in Genetic Counseling- OB/ Gyn; Sinem Karipcin, MD, Director, Pre- Pregnancy Genetics Program; Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology; and Zev Williams, MD, PhD, Chief, Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility; Wendy D. Havens Associate Professor of Women’s Health. This webinar is intended only to provide general information. Specific patient or clinical scenarios should be handled by patients’ practitioners based on their professional judgment, the needs of each patient and his/her unique circumstances, resources available where the patient is located, and other factors.