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Program:
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Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - Genetics Program
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Phone Numbers:
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807-684-7320
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Fax:
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807-684-5823
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Address:
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980 Oliver Rd
Thunder Bay, ON
P7B 6V4
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Location:
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Located at Oliver Rd near Golf Links Rd
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
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Service Description:
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Genetic Counselling Program- Provides information to individuals and families who are affected by or at-risk for inherited and/or genetic conditions
Offers several services, including:- Arranging and interpreting genetic laboratory test results
- Assessment and diagnosis of genetic disorders
- Discussion of the chance of developing and passing the disorder on
- Information about the ways in which it may be prevented or helped
- Participation in education and research
- Provision of medical information and advice about genetic disease or condition to people at risk of a disorder that might be hereditary
Genetics Clinics- Holds clinics four to five times per year when one or two consulting geneticists visit Thunder Bay
- Offers videoconferencing during the times between each clinic, if an urgent referral is needed
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Fees:
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None - Covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) ; If genetic testing is required and deemed necessary, it is also covered under OHIP
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Application:
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Referrals are required and can be made through a health care provider
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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No restrictions
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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City of Thunder Bay, District of Kenora, District of Rainy River, District of Thunder Bay, James and Hudson Bay Coast, Northern
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Last Updated:
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7/24/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=154483
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