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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Pletcher, B. A., Jewett, E. A. B., Cull, W. L., Brotherton, S. E., Hoyme, H. E., Pan, R. J. D., & Mulvey, H. J. (2002, May). The practice of clinical genetics: A survey of practitioners. Genetics in Medicine. https://doi.org/10.1097/00125817-200205000-00008
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