About the course
The Department of Medical Genetics has been organizing short courses in Genetics for clinicians. This course provides an introduction to genetics and aims at training pediatricians, obstetricians and other clinicians in basic aspects of clinical genetics. In this 2-week course, principles of basic genetics, cytogenetics, molecular genetics, genetic counseling and prenatal diagnosis will be covered. Along with lectures, demonstrations (lab and clinical) and interactive sessions will be held to clarify the principles of medical genetics. The course is aimed at training clinicians in counseling for common genetic problems and to identify clinical situations requiring genetic evaluations. It also cover the indications and interpretation of various genetic tests. It will also provide the participants an opportunity to enter the fascinating new world of molecular genetics, which is becoming an important part of all branches of medicine in the 21st century. 

Eligibility
The course is for medical specialists only. Doctors with postgraduate degree (MD, MS), and postgraduate students in any clinical specialty are eligible. 

Course fee
Rs. 15,000 per participant (Rs. 12,000 for faculty/teachers of medical colleges/institutions and students) 

Accommodation and food
Accommodation and food will be provided. Accommodation will be arranged in the Institute's guest house. 

How to apply
Send an application form with a bank draft (in the name of   'COURSE ON GENETIC COUNSELING', payable at Lucknow) to the following address. The seats are limited and selection will be on first-come-first-served basis. The application form can be downloaded here and should be accompanied by a short write-up about your plans to use training in genetics. Applications of teaching faculty and students should be duly forwarded by the head of the department or institution. 

Dr. Shubha R Phadke
Professor 
Department of Medical Genetics 
Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences 
Lucknow 226 014 
Fax : 0522- 2668973, 2668017 
Phone : 0522-2494325, 2494342, 2494348 
E-mail : shubharaophadke@gmail.com