The genetic counselling service is a joint service between the Royal Women's Hospital and Genetic Health Services Victoria. We provide genetic counselling, professional support through education and training of professionals, and community education.
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The key activities of the service are:
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- providing expert advice, information and counselling regarding prenatal screening and testing
- genetic counselling regarding genetic disorders including Thalassemia
- counselling for possible teratogenic exposures during pregnancy
- expert genetic counselling and diagnosis within the Fetal Management Unit
- genetic diagnoses of suspected syndromes in newborns
- bereavement support for individuals and families through the SADFA support group.
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How to refer
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Women can self refer
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GP Referral
Other medical specialists and allied health
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Hours and days of service operation
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Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm
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Please bring:
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- Test results/Imaging
- Medicare Card
- Blood group card
- List of medications
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- The hospital will already have the referral letter if you've been referred by your GP.
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Service contacts
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Unit Head: Susan Fawcett
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Phone: (03) 8345 2180
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Fax: (03) 8345 2179
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Email: genetic counselling
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