Master's in Genetic Counseling

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is a renowned academic medical institution located in Dallas, Texas. Founded in 1943, it is one of the leading centers for medical education, research, and patient care in the United States. The institution boasts a prestigious faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a comprehensive range of programs in medicine, biomedical sciences, and health professions. With a commitment to advancing healthcare through innovation and collaboration, UT Southwestern conducts groundbreaking research and provides exceptional clinical care to patients. The center's mission revolves around training the next generation of healthcare professionals, pushing the boundaries of medical knowledge, and improving the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

Genetic counseling provides patients with information about how genetic conditions might affect them or their family. The information can be used to determine how likely it is that the patient or a family member has a genetic condition. Based on this information, the genetic counselor helps patients decide whether a genetic test might be appropriate for them or a family member.