Dr. Janina Ann Longtine MD
Geneticist | Molecular Genetic Pathology
75 Francis St Pathology Boston MA, 02115About
Dr. Janina Longtine practices Genetic Medicine in NEW HAVEN, CT. As a geneticist, Dr. Longtine 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. Longtine carries out studies, tests, and counsels patients with genetic diseases.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma 1981
University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus 1981
Board Certification
PathologyAmerican Board of PathologyABP- Molecular Genetic Pathology
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