Dr. Jaya Kanniakonil George-abraham MD
Geneticist | Clinical Genetics (M.D.)
1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd Suite 200 Austin TX, 78723About
Dr. Jaya George-abraham practices Genetic Medicine in Austin, TX. As a geneticist, Dr. George-abraham performs experiments and analyzes data to interpret the inheritance of different traits in patients. A geneticist evaluates, diagnoses, and manages patients with hereditary conditions or congenital malformations, genetic risk calculations, and mutation analysis. Dr. George-abraham carries out studies, tests, and counsels patients with genetic diseases.
Education and Training
The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio 2005
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Learning Disabilities
- Birth Defects
- Down Syndrome
Professional Memberships
- Member Travis County Medical Society
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