168. Genetic Counseling

The field of genetic counseling has exploded over the last decade, with a dizzying array of companies and options. There’s nutrigenomics, pharmacogenomics, and genetic testing for Cancer, Alzheimer's, heart disease, preconception, pediatrics, connective tissue disorders, and more. How useful are these, and how can you understand it all? Genetic counselors Natalie Samson and Kimia Sanati will help you navigate it all.    Key Takeaways To Tune In For: (01:26) - Understanding Genetic Testing Options (06:30) - Applications of Genetic Testing (10:48) - Preconception Genetic Testing (15:09) - Understanding Epigenetics (19:11) - The Role of Genetic Counselors (25:14) - Insurance and Genetic Testing Costs   Resources talked about in this episode: Website:  www.goldengeneticshealth.com