Get a quick, expert overview of the many key facets of pediatric cancer genetics with this concise, practical resource by Dr. Nathaniel H. Robin and Meagan Farmer, MS, CGC, MBA. Ideal for pediatric oncologists and all providers who care for children, this easy-to-read reference addresses the remarkable potential of genetic testing as well as the complexities of choosing the correct test, understanding the results, and counseling the family.
- Features a wealth of information on pediatric cancer genetics, including the epidemiology and biology of cancer and the genetic evaluation process and role of genetic counsellors
- Highlights examples of syndromes that present in childhood and increase susceptibility to cancer
- Discusses the genetic evaluation process in context of the multidisciplinary care of children with cancer
- Considers the ethical and legal issues of genetic testing in children and provides illustrative case examples
- Consolidates today’s available information and guidance in this timely area into one convenient resource
- Features a wealth of information on pediatric cancer genetics, including the epidemiology and biology of cancer and the genetic evaluation process and role of genetic counselors.
- Highlights examples of syndromes that present in childhood and increase susceptibility to cancer.
- Discusses the genetic evaluation process in context of the multidisciplinary care of children with cancer.
- Considers the ethical and legal issues of genetic testing in children and provides illustrative case examples.
- Consolidates today’s available information and guidance in this timely area into one convenient resource.
Nathaniel H. Robin, MD is a Professor in the Departments of Genetics, Pediatrics, and Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. His clinical practice is as a general medical geneticist, with an expertise in craniofacial disorders and the genetics of deafness, and he is the attending geneticist for the UAB Cleft and Craniofacial Clinics. His research has focused on syndrome identification and delineation, craniofacial disorders, and the genetics of deafness. Dr. Robin has authored over 100 peer reviewed publications, reviews, and book chapters, and he directs the educational activities for the UAB Department of Genetics. Dr. Robin has presented nationally on the topics of craniofacial genetics and deafness. He is a member of the board of the Velocardiofacial Syndrome Educational Foundation, and served as the genetics section editor for the Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal.
