Director: Mary-Alice Abbott, MD, PhD
Location: Baystate Medical Center, 759 Chestnut St., Springfield, MA
Goals
This rotation exposes students to the field of Medical Genetics.
Objectives
The student will…
- participate in genetic counseling sessions.
- perform pedigree analysis.
- observe prenatal diagnostic testing (ultrasound, amniocentesis, CVs) and perform dysmorphology evaluations.
- learn laboratory procedures including karyotype analysis, MSAFP, and triple screening and molecular genetics (PCR, RFLP, SSCP analysis, ect.).
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TUSM
Course Number
OBG403-BA-C
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Duration
4 weeks
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Average
Hours per Week
40
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Night Call/Weekends
No/No
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Capacity
1 student per Block
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Alternate Dates
Available
Yes, at the discretion of the Director
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Transportation
Required
No
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On-Campus Housing
Available on a first-come, first-served basis
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| Prerequisite: Successful completion of Medicine and Ob-Gyn Clerkships. |
If you would like to apply for this elective, please refer to Application Process.
