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Roberts Individualized Medical Genetics Center (IMGC) Patient Stories

The IMGC team is comprised of genetic specialists including attending physicians and genetic counselors who are prepared to assist families and referring clinicians before, during and after any genetic testing your child requires.

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Newborn screening indicated Dean (left) and Danny (right) had Fabry disease
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Mason Family: Fabry Disease

Newborn screening for twins led to the discovery of Fabry disease, a rare lysosomal storage disease. The family found breakthrough therapy and lifelong support at CHOP.

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Nance Horan Syndrome: Chaz’s Story

Chaz was only two months old when his family learned he was nearly blind. Family history provided a clue to a rare genetic disorder called Nance Horan syndrome.

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New Genetic Condition Identified: Luke’s Story

Luke’s repeated infections worried his parents and puzzled his doctors. Whole-exome sequencing helped CHOP researchers discover a new genetic disease causing his symptoms and determine the best course of treatment.

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Kabuki Syndrome: Rosalie's Story

Rosalie had been in and out of the hospital a few times at three months old before coming to the Kabuki Syndrome Clinic at CHOP for answers.

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Rare Genetic Muscle Condition: Sadie

After a five-year journey, a new test by the Roberts Individualized Medicine Genetics Center diagnosed Sadie’s rare genetic muscle condition.

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Kallmann Syndrome: Jill’s Story

When traditional tests were inconclusive, Jill turned to the Roberts Individualized Medical Genetics Center for a diagnosis of Kallmann syndrome. 

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