Genetics And Metabolism

Clinical Genetics (M.D.)

Genetics And Metabolism is a Clinical Genetics (M.D.) practice in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in identifying inherited and acquired genetic conditions. Clinical Geneticists (M.D.) at Genetics And Metabolism perform DNA analysis on patients of all ages. Clinical Genetics (M.D.) is the study and treatment of genetic disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Clinical Genetics (M.D.) practices include cleft lip and palate, sickle-cell disease, Down Syndrome, muscular dystrophy, cystic fibrosis, Alzheimer's disease, and cancer. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Clinical Genetics (M.D.) practices include acquiring blood and skin samples.

A clinical geneticist demonstrates competence in providing comprehensive diagnostic, management and counseling services for genetic disorders.

Pediatrics

Genetics And Metabolism is a Pediatrics practice in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing, preventing, and treating childhood illnesses. Pediatricians at Genetics And Metabolism perform medical diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions affecting young people from infants to teenagers. Pediatrics is a medical specialty focusing on children's health. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Pediatrics practices include ear, sinus, and throat infections, food allergies and intolerances, urinary tract infections, skin infections, bronchitis, diarrhea, vomiting, pinkeye, and skin rashes. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Pediatrics practices include physical examinations, diagnosing childhood illnesses, administering vaccines, prescribing medication, providing education about childhood health, safety, and nutrition, and referring your child to specialists if necessary.

A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.