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What is the definition of Chromosome 6q Deletion?
Chromosome 6q deletion is a chromosome abnormality that occurs when there is a missing copy of the genetic material located on the long arm (q) of chromosome 6. The severity of the condition and the signs and symptoms depend on the size and location of the deletion and which genes are involved. Features that often occur in people with Chromosome 6q deletion include developmental delay, intellectual disability, and distinctive facial features. Most cases are not inherited, but people can pass the deletion on to their children.
What are the alternative names for Chromosome 6q Deletion?
  • Chromosome 6q deletion
  • 6q deletion
  • 6q monosomy
  • Deletion 6q
  • Monosomy 6q
  • Partial monosomy 6q
Who are the top Chromosome 6q Deletion Local Doctors?
Elite in Chromosome 6q Deletion
Dr. Cathy A. Stevens
Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
Elite in Chromosome 6q Deletion
Dr. Cathy A. Stevens
Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
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910 Blackford St, 
Chattanooga, TN 
423-778-5445
Languages Spoken:
English
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Cathy Stevens is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Stevens is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 6q Deletion. She is also highly rated in 164 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chromosome 6q Deletion, Microcephaly, Smith-Magenis Syndrome, and Miller-Dieker Syndrome. Dr. Stevens is currently accepting new patients.

Elite in Chromosome 6q Deletion
Dr. Elaine M. Pereira
Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
Elite in Chromosome 6q Deletion
Dr. Elaine M. Pereira
Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
Referral may be required
3959 Broadway # North718, 
New York, NY 
212-305-6731
Languages Spoken:
English
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Elaine Pereira is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Pereira is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 6q Deletion. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chromosome 6q Deletion, Trisomy 13, Chromosome 13q Duplication, and Micrognathia.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Chromosome 6q Deletion
Dr. Kandamurugu Manickam
Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
Elite in Chromosome 6q Deletion
Dr. Kandamurugu Manickam
Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
Referral may be required

Nationwide Children's Hospital Toledo-Genetics

2222 Cherry Street, Suite 2600, 
Toledo, OH 
419-251-8012
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Kandamurugu Manickam is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Toledo, Ohio. Dr. Manickam is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 6q Deletion. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chromosome 6q Deletion, Vici Syndrome, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and Miller-Dieker Syndrome. Dr. Manickam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Medical Genetics & Genomics. Dr. Manickam is currently accepting new patients.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center