UW Medicine Pulse

UW Medicine Pulse


Searching for a Diagnosis: MyGene2

July 11, 2016

If you or a loved one is suffering from a rare genetic disorder, the struggle to find a diagnosis and a cure is all too familiar. But thanks to the innovative work from UW Medicine doctors and researchers, it's becoming much easier. In this episode learn about the technology now available that is connecting families with similar genetic codes and is helping them find answers about what might be the source of their genetic disorders.

Why MyGene2 Matters - Meet some of the patients who benefit from My Gene 2.
What is MyGene2? - Meet Drs. Jessica Chong and Mike Bamshad, the doctors who created this valuable tool.
How MyGene2 Works - The doctors and patients who use MyGene2 describe how it works and its potential to change lives and make diagnosing specific disease easier.