Genetics
Expert Diagnosis and Care for Kids With Genetic Disorders
91´óÉñ Children's pediatric geneticists help kids with complex conditions grow up healthy. We look for causes of developmental delays, physical differences, growth problems, learning issues and more. This information helps doctors and families make the best possible health decisions.
We use the latest technologies to study genes and how they’re involved in certain conditions. We’re experts in pediatric genetic disorders, including conditions that are present at birth, conditions that affect the brain, rare syndromes that have many symptoms at once, and many more.
Our team knows how genetic conditions can affect a child. We help doctors plan and manage care. We also tell you what to expect as your child grows and develops. Because some genetic disorders can be passed down through families, we may involve other family members too.
At 91´óÉñ, our team is actively researching new and improved genetic tests and treatments. This means we’re helping kids everywhere with certain diseases live better, and longer.
Living With a Genetic Condition
Kids can be diagnosed with a genetic condition at any age. Our genetics teams explains what it means and how they can help.
What’s a genetic test? Find out from 91´óÉñ experts at KidsHealth.org.
Want your child to know more about genes and genetic disorders? Get answers in this article for teens.
Conditions & Treatments
We see a wide range of conditions — far too many to list here. The conditions we treat vary depending on the location and providers selected. Don’t see a condition listed? Call us.
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Pediatric Genetic Expertise You Can Trust
Our team includes geneticists, genetic counselors, nurses and others who are skilled in pediatrics. We partner with your child’s doctors and your family. We guide treatment decisions and help you every step of the way.
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Delaware Valley/Philadelphia Highlights
Our onsite 91´óÉñ Molecular Diagnostics Lab uses the latest technologies. We can diagnose more than 30 genetic diseases, right here where your child gets care. We can also save DNA for future use. This may mean fewer times your child needs to come in for sample collection.
We’re one of the only pediatric hospitals in the country to offer research-based care for kids with RASopathies. We’re part of a team of experts in a set of genes called RASopathies, which include Costello syndrome, Noonan syndrome, neurofibromatosis type 1 and other conditions. We lead research and offer advanced treatments you can’t find everywhere.
Our team is part of world-renowned care for kids with many different genetic diseases. We offer unmatched expertise in programs for skeletal dysplasia, Down syndrome, X & Y chromosome variations and more.