Genetic counselors
Genetic counselors work closely with patients and families being investigated for genetic disorders. Their workplace is often, but not always, a clinical genetics unit at one of the country's university hospitals.
The tasks of genetic counselors include holding reception activities, where patients under investigation are given genetic counseling such as information about genetic testing and psychosocial care. Often the genetic counsellor will map the patient's family history and summarize it in a family tree, which is an important part of the medical assessment. Other tasks may include educating and informing healthcare professionals about genetic conditions and the assessment process.
What does the Swedish Association of Genetic Counselors do?
SFGV works, together with the Swedish Society of Hospital Geneticists, to ensure that genetic counselors and hospital geneticists have protected professional titles and their own AID codes. SFGV collaborates with the education group within the Swedish Society for Medical Genetics and Genomics (SFMG) regarding educational issues.
SFGV organizes networking and training days for members.
Read more about our work on our website SFGV.
External link.
Membership in SFGV costs SEK 200 / year and the application is made via email, with the subject line "Become a member". Email your application here.