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    MediFind found 328 doctor with experience in Chromosome 18p Deletion. Of these, 206 are Advanced, 112 are Experienced and 10 are Distinguished.

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      Advanced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Advanced in Chromosome 18p Deletion

      ETSU Physicians & Associates- Pediatrics

      325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
      Johnson City, TN 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      . Dr. Russi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. His top areas of expertise are Increased Head Circumference, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Chromosome 8p Deletion, and Chromosome 6q Duplication.

      Erica Fernandes
      Advanced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
      Advanced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
      26901 76th Avenue, 
      New Hyde Park, NY 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Erica Fernandes is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Fernandes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Her top areas of expertise are Microcephaly, Chromosome 13q Deletion, Scalp-Ear-Nipple Syndrome, and Snyder-Robinson Syndrome.

      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      92, Chung Shan North Road, 
      TPQ, TW 

      Chih-ping Chen practices in Taiwan. Chen is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Their top areas of expertise are Trisomy 14 Mosaicism, Trisomy 18, Hygroma Cervical, and Mosaic Trisomy 8.

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      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      P.R. China, 
      Haidian, CN 

      Jianjiang Zhu practices in Haidian, China. Zhu is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Their top areas of expertise are Chromosome 18p Deletion, Acromesomelic Dysplasia Maroteaux Type, Acromesomelic Dysplasia Hunter Thompson Type, and Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type.

      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      401147, PR China, 
      PR 

      Yao Luo practices in Puerto Rico. Mr. Luo is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. His top areas of expertise are Chromosome 18p Deletion and Triploidy.

      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion

      CHU Nice

      Nice, FR 

      Sabrina Sacconi practices in Nice, France. Ms. Sacconi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Her top areas of expertise are Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD), Pompe Disease, Myasthenia Gravis, and Chromosome 18p Deletion.

      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      19A Yuquan Road, 
      Yuquan, CN 

      Wen Zeng practices in Yuquan, China. Zeng is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Their top areas of expertise are Chromosome 18p Deletion, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Acromesomelic Dysplasia Maroteaux Type, and Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type.

      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      TPQ, TW 

      Wayseen Wang practices in Taiwan. Wang is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Their top areas of expertise are Trisomy 14 Mosaicism, Trisomy 12 Mosaicism, Kozlowski Warren Fisher Syndrome, and Chromosome 9p Deletion.

      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      NO.56, Nanlishi Road, 
      Beijing, CN 

      Xiaohui Wen practices in Beijing, China. Wen is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Their top areas of expertise are Chromosome 18p Deletion, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Atypical Pneumonia, and Mycoplasma Pneumonia.

      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      TPQ, TW 

      Schu-rern Chern practices in Taiwan. Chern is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Their top areas of expertise are Mosaicism, Mosaic Trisomy 9, Trisomy 12 Mosaicism, and Chromosome 20 Trisomy.

      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Beijing, CN 

      Lirong Cai practices in Beijing, China. Cai is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Their top areas of expertise are Chromosome 18p Deletion and Breast Infection.

      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Distinguished in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Beijing, CN 

      Guodong Tang practices in Beijing, China. Tang is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Their top areas of expertise are Chromosome 18p Deletion, Robinow Syndrome, Atherectomy, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

      Advanced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Medical Genetics
      Advanced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Medical Genetics
      25 N Winfield Rd Ste 419, 
      Winfield, IL 
      Experience:
      35+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Carolyn Jones is a Medical Genetics provider in Winfield, Illinois. Dr. Jones has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Her top areas of expertise are Fabry Disease, Megalencephalic Leukoencephalopathy with Subcortical Cysts, Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency, and Pompe Disease.

      Advanced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
      Advanced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics

      Center For Medical Genomics Office HGCC MDC

      4701 Ogletown Stanton Road, HGCC Suite 1340, 
      Newark, DE 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nina Powell is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Powell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Her top areas of expertise are Microcephaly, Chromosome 13q Deletion, Increased Head Circumference, and Perlman Syndrome.

      Linda Z. Rossetti
      Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
      Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics

      Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Medical Genetics - 25 Michigan St NE

      25 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 2100, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Linda Rossetti is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Rossetti has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Her top areas of expertise are Smith-Magenis Syndrome, Miller-Dieker Syndrome, Chromosome 6q Duplication, and Chromosome 8p Deletion.

      Jessica R. Priestley
      Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
      Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics

      Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Biochemical Genetics - 25 Michigan St NE

      25 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 2100, 
      Grand Rapids, MI 
      Experience:
      8+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jessica Priestley is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Priestley has been practicing medicine for over 8 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Her top areas of expertise are Fabry Disease, Ornithine Transcarbamylase Deficiency, Biotinidase Deficiency, and Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency.

      Hilary J. Vernon
      Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Medical Genetics
      Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Medical Genetics

      Rubenstein Child Health Building

      Baltimore, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Dr. Hilary Vernon is a Professor of Genetic Medicine and pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She is also an attending physician at Kennedy Krieger Institute. Hilary Vernon has expertise in treating inborn errors of metabolism and mitochondrial disorders. She is the director of the Mitochondrial Care Center at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and the Barth Syndrome Interdisciplinary Clinic at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. Her research interests include understanding intermediary metabolism in Barth syndrome and in disorders of branch chain amino acid metabolism. Dr. Vernon also co-directs the Department of Genetic Medicine Clinical Trials Unit, and is the principal investigator on multiple clinical trials for rare diseases. Dr. Vernon received her medical degree and doctorate from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey. She completed residencies in genetics and pediatrics at The Johns Hopkins University, and a fellowship in clinical laboratory biochemical genetics at The Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Vernon was recognized with the 2010 Francis F. Schwentker Award for Excellence in Research at Johns Hopkins University and the 2011 James B. Sidbury Jr. Fellowship in Biochemical Genetics at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Vernon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Her top areas of expertise are Methylmalonic Acidemia, Propionic Acidemia, Infantile Neutropenia, Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia, and Gastrostomy.

      Natario L. Couser
      Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Ophthalmology

      Howard County Medical Pavilion

      10710 Charter Drive, Suite 310, Suite 310, 
      Columbia, MD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Couser obtained his bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia and his Medical Doctorate from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine (VCU SOM). Dr. Couser’s ophthalmology residency was completed at Howard University where he served as co-chief resident in the last year of his residency. He received fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus at Emory University. Dr. Couser received a master’s degree in biotechnology from the Johns Hopkins University and completed a residency in clinical genetics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is one of only a few individuals currently board-certified by both the American Board of Ophthalmology and the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics. CV https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/-/media/wilmer/documents/cvs/couser-cv Research Summary My primary research focus involves the identification and management of genetic eye diseases including rare inherited disorders affecting the eyes. Research and scholarly activities have been an integral component of my career path. I have been the principal investigator on 10 clinical trial/IRB studies and a co-investigator on others, participated with several committees or advisory panels related to research activities. I have been credited with over 120 book chapter, journal article and abstract publications. In addition, I served as the primary author/sole editor for a textbook titled Ophthalmic Genetic Diseases: A Quick Reference Guide to the Eye and External Ocular Adnexa Abnormalities, 1st Edition, published by Elsevier in 2018, which is one of only a few textbooks published in this subject area. I also served as a grant review panelist for the National Eye Institute Career Development Awards. Selected Publications *Couser NL, Masood MM, Strande NT, Foreman AKM, Crooks K, Weck KE, Lu M, Wilhelmsen KC, Roche M, Evans JP, Berg JS, Powell CM. 2015. The phenotype of multiple congenital anomalies- hypotonia-seizures syndrome 1: Report and review. Am J Med Genet Part A 9999A:1–6 *Couser NL, Lambert SR. Botulinum toxin: A treatment of consecutive esotropia in children. Strabismus 2012; 20(4):158-161 Couser NL, Lenhart PD, Hutchinson AK. Augmented Hummelsheim procedure to treat complete abducens nerve palsy. J AAPOS 2012;16(4):331-5 *Natario L. Couser, Maheer M. Masood, Arthur S. Aylsworth, and Roger E. Stevenson. Ocular manifestations in the X-linked intellectual disability syndromes. Ophthalmic Genet. 2017, Jan 23:1-12 *Couser NL, Brooks BP, Drack AV, Shankar SP. The evolving role of genetics in ophthalmology. Ophthalmic Genet. 2021 Jan 12:1-4. doi: 10.1080/13816810.2020.1868011. Dr. Couser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. His top areas of expertise are Epicanthal Folds, Strabismus, Brown Syndrome, and Hypotonia.

      Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion

      Hackensack University Medical Center

      30 Prospect Avenue, Pediatric Genetics & Genomics, Wfan, Room 210, 
      Hackensack, NJ 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hebrew

      Hayley Ron is a Pediatrics provider in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Ron is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Her top areas of expertise are Chromosome 9p Deletion, 15q11.2 Microdeletion, Y Chromosome Infertility, and Chromosome 4q Deletion. She is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics and American Board Of Pediatrics.

      Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Medical Genetics
      Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
      Medical Genetics

      Nemours DuPont Hospital For Children

      1600 Rockland Road, Department Of General Pediatrics, 
      Wilmington, DE 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Karen Gripp is a Medical Genetics provider in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Gripp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. Her top areas of expertise are Costello Syndrome, RASopathies, Noonan Syndrome, and Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Chromosome 18p Deletion?

      Chromosome 18p deletion is a chromosome abnormality that occurs when there is a missing (deleted) copy of genetic material on the short arm (p) of chromosome 18. The severity and symptoms depend on the size and location of the deletion and which genes are involved. Symptoms may include developmental delay, intellectual disability, behavioral problems and distinctive facial features. 18p deletions may be inherited from a parent carrying a balanced chromosome rearrangement (which usually causes no health problemss) or may occur accidentally during the formation of the egg or sperm cells, or shortly after the egg and sperm join together.

      When should I see a Chromosome 18p Deletion doctor near me?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Chromosome 18p Deletion doctor near me?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Chromosome 18p Deletion doctors near me?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Chromosome 18p Deletion doctors near me?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Chromosome 18p Deletion doctor near me?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Chromosome 18p Deletion doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Chromosome 18p Deletion doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Chromosome 18p Deletion doctor near me?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Chromosome 18p Deletion doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Chromosome 18p Deletion doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Chromosome 18p Deletion doctors near me?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Chromosome 18p Deletion doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Chromosome 18p Deletion doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Chromosome 18p Deletion doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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