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Seeing a Genetic Counsellor

Seeing a healthcare provider can feel a bit daunting.
“What’s going to happen in the appointment? Will I need to get undressed? How many people will be there? What questions will they ask? Will they listen to me and help me to understand what’s going on with my health?”
I get it. I have these thoughts too. ..

Should I See a Genetic Counsellor?

There are a lot of reasons why someone might wish to see a genetic counsellor. If you have ever wondered if genetic testing could be useful for you, have a read through these examples of people who may benefit from seeing a genetic counsellor and see if any apply to you…

An Introduction to Genetic Insight

Welcome to Genetic Insight. I am so glad you found me. Let me tell you about myself and the job I love doing – genetic counselling.
Who am I?
My name is Romy. I was born in South Africa but have spent most of my life in Aotearoa, New Zealand. After finishing school in the beautiful Taranaki, I returned to South Africa in the pursuit of love (how romantic!). I was lucky in love and after 6 years in Cape Town I moved to Australia for two years with a husband, two degrees and a passion for genetics and genetic counselling…