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The programme aims to provide an environment for subspecialty training which fulfils the following criteria:
- To ensure that the paediatric geneticists
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Develops clinical skills in diagnosis and management of congenital malformation and genetics diseases
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Has a basic knowledge of cytogenetics, molecular and biochemical genetics and the use and interpretation of the various laboratory tests for diagnosis and management of genetic diseases
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Acquire skills in genetic counselling
- To attain a foundation in planning and maintaining a strong research base in current concepts in clinical and laboratory genetics
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Duration |
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2-year posting
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First Year
- Emphasis on clinical training in genetic disease at inpatient and outpatient level
- Familiarity with cytogenetics laboratory and prenatal diagnosis tests
- Involvement in genetic counseling
- Active participation with the Birth Defects Group comprising maternal fetal obstetricians, neonatologists, perinatal pathologists, paediatric surgeons and geneticists.
Second Year
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Attachment to cytogenetics laboratory to learn the various methods of karyotyping and interpretation of karyotypes
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Active involvement in genetic counseling
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Involvement in diagnosis and management of genetic diseases and the use of a computerized programme in diagnosis of the dysmorphic child
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Attachment in Molecular Genetics Laboratory and involvemnt in DNA diagnostics and research
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Active involvement in biochemical genetics programme in elucidation of the incidence of inborn errors of metabolism in the local population. Participation in the Metabolic Clinic and Laboratory. |
Expected learning / learning objectives
On completion, the fellow will be competent in diagnosing, treating and counseling patients with genetic conditions.
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Teaching Programme
- Clinical Genetics
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Diagnosis and management of common genetic disorders, e.g. chromosomal disorders; inherited heart diseases e.g. thalassaemia, hemophilia, inherited musculoskeletal disorders, multifactorial diseases and inherited inborn errors of metabolism
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Approach to the diagnosis of a dysmorphic child. Use of computerized databases e.g.. POSSSUM and specialized laboratory tests to assist in definitive diagnosis
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Carrier detection methods available in genetics diseases e.g. thalassaemia
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Prenatal diagnosis and counseling in at-risk families e.g. chromosomal abnormalities and thalassaemia
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Genetic registers – the initiation and maintenance of registers of genetic diseases. These are invaluable in preventive genetic programmes.
- Cytogenetics
- Knowledge of the various methods used in karyotyping and interpretation of karyotypes
- Genetic counseling of couples with abnormal prenatal cytogenetics findings
- Research in recent advances in cytogenetics e.g. fluorescent in-situ hybridization, computerized karyotyping
- Molecular genetics
- A strong foundation in the concepts and principles of DNA technology
- Application of DNA diagnostic techniques to clinical practice e.g. carrier detection, prenatal diagnosis
- Research in the molecular basis of genetic diseases in the local population
- Biochemical genetics
- Involves the study of inborn errors of metabolism. Specific diagnosis can be made in multiple handicapped children so that specific therapy, if any, and accurate genetic counseling can be given.
Teaching Faculty
A/Prof Ivy Ng
Dr Angeline Lai
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Funding
Cadidates should be self-funded or have funding from external sources/institutions.
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Application Procedure & Form
| Type |
SMC Registration |
Hands-on Training |
Research |
TOEFL |
| 1 year |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
If applicable |
| 6-month |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
If applicable |
| 3-month |
Yes |
Yes (no reporting) |
No |
If applicable |
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To apply, please complete the KK Fellowship Online Application Form | |
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