Genetics

The following resources can help you locate a genetics expert near you or via telehealth.

Finding genetics experts

• The National Society of Genetic Counselors website has a search tool for finding a genetic counselor by specialty and location or via telehealth. 
• InformedDNA is a network of board-certified genetic counselors providing this service by telephone. They can also help you find a qualified expert in your area for face-to-face genetic counseling if that is your preference. 
• Gene-Screen is a third-party genetic counseling group that can help educate, support and order testing for patients and their families. 
• JScreen is a national program from Emory University that provides low-cost at-home genetic counseling and testing with financial assistance available.
• Grey Genetics provides access to genetic counselors who offer genetic counseling by telephone. 
• The Genetic Support Foundation offers genetic counseling with board-certified genetic counselors. 

Related experts

Genetics clinics

• The American College of Medical Genetics website has a tool to find genetics clinics by location and specialty.  

Other ways to find experts

• Register for the FORCE Message Boards and post on the Find a Specialist board to connect with other people who share your situation. 
• The National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer centers have genetic counselors who specialize in cancer. 
• FORCE's toll-free helpline (866-288-RISK, ext. 704) will connect you with a volunteer board-certified genetic counselor who can help you find a genetics expert near you.