If you call for an appointment for yourself, our appointment coordinators must first contact your obstetrical care provider in order to arrange for transfer of all pertinent medical information. Then you will be contacted by phone with the appointment information. Your visit may include appointments with not only the genetic counsellor, but also for an ultrasound as well as a consultation with a perinatologist.
Information concerning complications affecting prior pregnancies is important to review.
Other information of value includes whethor or not you have had any colds or flu-like illnesses during the pregnancy, smoked tobacco, used medications or other drugs, drank any alcohol or were exposed to any environmental hazards including chemicals, pesticides, radiation or questionable food or water sources. If an ultrasound has been been scheduled for you, you do NOT need to have a full bladder. In fact, most likely you will be asked to empty your bladder before starting the procedure. Both your history and ultrasound results will be reviewed with you by the genetic counselor. If a consult with a perinatologist is indicated, they will discuss with you the findings and determine the obstetrical management plan with you and your referring provider.