Wisconsin State Genetics Program
State Genetic Services
Genetics is a rapidly growing area in health and medicine. While still
very important in the diagnosis and management of birth defects and rare
disorders, genetics is also a factor in many common conditions. Every day,
more is learned about the role genetics plays in diseases like
asthma, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.
The Wisconsin State Genetics Program strives to make
sure Wisconsin families and health care providers are aware of and have
access to the genetic services available in the state. To learn more about
genetic services in Wisconsin, including how to locate medical genetics
providers, visit the Wisconsin
Genetics Website (exit DHS). The Genetics Program also works with several
other public health programs to make sure necessary and important genetic
information is appropriately available.
A genetic counselor is available as a resource to families and health
care providers and can answer questions, provide referrals to genetic services, or offer education and training to those interested.
For more information contact:
Michelle Kempf-Weibel, MS, CGC
Statewide Genetics Consultant
Wisconsin Division of Public Health
1 W Wilson St, Room 351
Madison, WI 53701-2659
February 28, 2014