Geneticists are medical professionals who specialize in the study of genetics and genetic disorders. Their work involves: diagnosing and treating genetic disorders(such as: hereditary cancers, birth defects, and metabolic disorders), performing genetic testing to identify genetic mutations and determine the risk of certain disorders and providing genetic counseling to patients and families to help them understand the results of genetic tests and the potential implications for their health. A lot of geneticists also conduct genetic research to advance the field and develop new treatments for genetic disorders.

To become a geneticist in Miami, the doctor needs to earn a medical degree(Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine), they then need to complete a three year residency program in Medical Genetics, followed by a an additional two year fellowship for specialized training. After this, they then need to pass the certification exam from the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics or from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC). After this, they'll need to obtain a medical license to practice medicine in the state of Florida. Altogether, it takes 11-15 years to become a geneticist in Miami.

A good geneticist should have strong scientific and medical knowledge with a deep understanding of genetics, genomics, and the latest advancements in the field which are essential for providing accurate diagnoses and effective treatments. They also need extensive clinical experience to become good at diagnosing patients and they need to be able to offer great bedside manner.

Below you'll find doctors we consider to be the best geneticists in Miami.