Dr. Masako Ueda M.D.
Geneticist | Clinical Biochemical Genetics
737 N 5th St Richmond VA, 23219About
Dr. Masako Ueda practices Genetic Medicine in Richmond, VA. As a geneticist, Dr. Ueda 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. Ueda carries out studies, tests, and counsels patients with genetic diseases.
Education and Training
Jefferson Med Coll-Thos Jefferson Univ, Philadelphia Pa 1999
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Medical GeneticsAmerican Board of Medical GeneticsABMG
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