Who is a genetic doctor and how does he diagnose and treat genetic diseases?

Diagnosis and prevention of Genetic diseases and conducting advanced genetic tests are among the main specialties of Dr. Genetics. Using modern technologies such as next-generation sequencing (NGS), molecular genetics and cellular genetics, this specialist doctor examines the DNA of patients and diagnoses hereditary diseases. One of the main duties of a geneticist doctor is to provide genetic counseling to families with a history of genetic diseases. These advices help families to prevent the occurrence of many hereditary diseases. Also, using methods such as biopsies and molecular genetic testing, the geneticist provides detailed information on the genetic structure of the individual for the prevention and treatment of complex diseases such as thalassemia and hemophilia.

What specialties and subspecialties does a geneticist doctor have?

There are several specialties in the field of genetics, which include:

1. Genetic engineering
2. Safety genetics
3. Population genetics
4. Cancer genetics
5. Behavioral genetics (WGS and CRISPR evolutionary genetics)
6. Biochemical Genetics

Any doctor specializing in genetics may specialize in one or more areas. Medical genetics is considered an important factor in medical research and medical education.

Also, many specialists in this field have post-graduate studies in the field of bioinformatics, molecular genetics and genetic variables. should we do?

People should see a genetics doctor if they are in the following situations:

1. Premarital genetic counseling for people with a history of genetic disorders and checking possible risks and people with blood relations
2. After abortion or alternate stillbirths (therapeutic abortion and artificial insemination)
3. Diagnosis of genetic diseases
4. Examination of genetic changes (protein genetics)
5. Birth of a child with abnormalities and congenital defects such as nervous system disorder and disability Mental
6. Presence of genetic diseases, chromosomal abnormalities, congenital disorders and hereditary cancers in the family
7. Men and Infertile women
8. Mothers with the intention of pregnancy at an advanced age
9. To determine the identity of people and prove their family relationships (gene transfer, inheritance) and human genetics). ql-direction-rtl">The most important services that a genetics doctor can provide to his clients are:
   1. Diagnosis of hereditary diseases: geneticists can diagnose hereditary diseases using family history, genetic tests, diagnostic tests and tests Genetically, diagnose and prescribe the appropriate treatment plan.
   2. Genetic counseling: A geneticist can give you genetic counseling for gene editing. This includes an explanation of the applications of genetics in assessing the risk of hereditary diseases, fertility and reproduction recommendations.
   3. Genetic tests: In some cases, the geneticist can recommend and request genetic tests. These tests are different from diagnostic tests.
   4. Family planning: a geneticist examines the genetic disorders in the family and provides necessary consultations in the fields of marriage and fertility.
   5. Cell genetics or cytogenetics with karyotype (the process of depicting genes and chromosomes with FISH)
   6. WES test prescription
   7. Microarray interpretation
   8. Working on samples in the genetics laboratory

   If special services are needed Yes, it is better to discuss with a genetics doctor.

   
   

   How do we know if a genetics doctor is good?

   A good geneticist should be able to prevent the birth of children with hereditary disorders by knowing the family history of people and conducting genetic tests. Also, with genetic research, he can control and treat many hereditary diseases.

   To find a good genetic doctor, we can ask the opinions of his clients regarding his performance in the treatment process. Before choosing a genetics doctor, carefully check his experience and expertise, the opinions of previous patients and his interpersonal communication. Holding an initial consultation session with a genetics doctor can give you more information to choose him.

   
   

   Which of the Iranian cities are the best genetics specialists?

   To find the best genetics specialist, search for his name in reliable online platforms such as Dr. do A list of experts in this field is presented to you. You can find the best genetics doctor by activating the highest rating filter. Also, by turning on the city filter, you will find specialists in your city.

   
   

   How to find the best genetics doctor in DoctorDoctor?

   After entering the DoctorDoctor platform, search for the word "genetics doctor". You will be presented with a list of specialists. By activating the filter with the most points, the best ones will be displayed for you.

   
   

   How much will the genetics doctor visit fee in 1403? The fee for the visit of a geneticist doctor is according to the table below. If you are covered by insurance, you can use their services to reduce the costs of visits and treatment.

   1970000 rials	Tariff for genetic specialist visit
   30 percent	Social Security Tariff
   70 percent	Tariff of medical services insurance

   The tariff of insurance companies to cover medical expenses is different. To get more and more detailed information on this matter, contact your desired insurance company.

   To make an appointment with a genetics doctor, you need to enter the doctordoctor website and look for genetics expertise from the menu section. By clicking on this option, a list of doctors specializing in genetics will be displayed to you. You can sort this list by using the filters of highest score, closest vacancy, work shift, education level, and so on. After applying these filters and reading each doctor's comments, you can enter the doctor's page by clicking the make an appointment button.

   By doing this, you will have access to the doctor's office hours and address, you will get more information about him and his services, and finally you can finalize your appointment with the geneticist by going to the get appointment button.

   
   

   How to have a telephone consultation with a geneticist?

   After visiting the DoctorDoctor platform and finding the geneticist you want, enter the telephone consultation section. If your desired doctor offers this service, you can talk to him for 15 minutes.

   
   

   How to have an online consultation with a genetics specialist?

   There is a possibility of offline consultation with a genetics doctor through the genetics doctor appointment system. Just fill out the text or online consultation form in the instant text consultation section and wait for the response of the first geneticist.

   During your conversations, you can get advice on things like blood tests, genetic testing, screening for genetic diseases and the cost of genetic tests.