Pediatrics-Medical Genetics and Genomics

Combined training in pediatrics and medical genetics and genomics should allow the development of physicians who are fully qualified in both specialties.  Physicians completing this training should be competent pediatricians and medical geneticists capable of professional activity in either discipline.  It is anticipated that many trainees will develop careers focused on genetic diseases in children.

Both the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics encourage residents to extend their training for an additional, fifth year or more in investigative or academic pursuits to prepare graduates of this combined training program for careers in research and academics.