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Ferre Institute Inc/Genetic Counseling Program Analysis
7 I am presenting on the Ferre Institute Inc/ Genetic Counseling Program. Their mission states that they wish to assure access to genetic counseling for patients and medical providers in communities. Additionally, the institute wishes to promote public awareness of genetics. At Ferre, clients are not turned away due to inabilities of payment. The Ferre team works hard to distribute information to the medical community and preserve strong bonds between the referring health practitioner and the genetic counselor. The Ferre Institute Inc. was created in Utica, NY in 1974. Ferre is a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of infertility services. This was important because at the time, these services were unavailable. In 1982, Ferre instituted its community Genetics Program in Binghamton, NY. In the 1990’s, family building services such as …show more content…
In 2002, there was another addition to the institute; the Pregnancy Risk Network. The Genetic Counseling Program is under the administration of the Ferre Institute. This program is unique in that it is not affiliated with a university or medical center. Ferre, as an institution was established in order to educate professionals and consumers on issues of infertility, family building and their genetic risks. The Genetic Counseling Program offers many programs and activities for the community. Heart and Genes is a program that specializes in understanding the role of genetics in cardiovascular diseases. Genetic counselors meet with individuals and families to discuss the potential risks of being genetically predisposed, as well as offer support groups. Genetic testing options are also available and discussed with clients. Mohawk Valley Gene is also offered which has a Genetic Help Desk; an online resource for those who have questions. One can call or
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