The Practice of Clinical Genetics: a Survey of Practitioners

Overview

Journal Genet Med

Publisher Elsevier

Specialty Genetics

Date 2002 Aug 16

PMID 12180149

Citations 7

Authors

Beth A Pletcher

Ethan A B Jewett

William L Cull

Sarah E Brotherton

H Eugene Hoyme

Richard J D Pan

Holly J Mulvey

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Abstract

Purpose: A survey of clinical geneticists was undertaken to learn more about current practice.

Methods: An attempt was made to survey all geneticists practicing in the United States to elicit information on a variety of issues.

Results: A total of 69% of geneticists responded. Most practice at a medical school, most receive a portion of their income from salary, and many receive personal financial support from research grants.

Conclusion: The specialty of medical genetics is primarily housed in tertiary care settings. Although a substantial amount of time is required to see patients, reimbursement for these services does not cover the costs to maintain such practices.

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