Augmentative Communication Aids and Systems Clinic
Referrals & Appointments
referrals call:
(608) 263-3301
Biochemical Genetics Clinic
Welcome
The Waisman Center Clinics provide comprehensive clinical care and support for children with disabilities and their families. The Waisman Center Biochemical Genetics Clinic is an interdisciplinary clinic for people of all ages who have suspected or known hereditary metabolic disease. These include: aminoacidopathies (such as phenylketonuria or PKU), organic acidemias (including propionic and methylmalonic acidemias), defects of fatty acid metabolism (such as medium chain acyl CoA dehydrogenase deficiency or MCADD), and for observed neurolodevelopmental and biochemical abnormalities (autism, acidosis, hyperammonemia, seizures). Professionals in pediatrics, nutrition, genetic counseling, and nursing provide initial diagnostic/confirmatory services and longitudinal medical care and nutritional supervision, counseling, care coordination and referral.
The Waisman Center Biochemical Genetics Clinic is a partnership with UW Health and the American Family Children's Hospital.
YOUR CLINIC VISIT:
| • | If you or your child has a biochemical disorder or your doctor suspects so, call the Waisman Center Clinic number at (608) 263-3301 to schedule an appointment. Please indicate that you would like to arrange for an appointment in the Biochemical Genetics Clinic. |
| • | Prior to your appointment, a packet of materials will be sent to you including directions to the Waisman Center and a parking permit. |
| • | Our clinic is located on the first floor of the Waisman Center, 1500 Highland Avenue. When you arrive for your appointment, please check in at the clinic reception desk. |
| • | A medical assistant will check you or your child in. After obtaining your height, weight, pulse and blood pressure, you will be taken to an examination room. |
| • | A biochemical geneticist, metabolic dietitian, genetic counselor or nurse practitioner will obtain a thorough health history. You or your child will be thoroughly examined and staff will discuss the evaluation and answer any questions you may have. |
| • | Other professionals may also provide evaluations and/or consultations as needed. |
| • | Necessary laboratory evaluations will be discussed and coordinated. |
| NOTE: Full visit information will be shared in writing with you and your child's primary health care provider, subspecialists, and others as indicated by signed release of information forms. |
| • | Provide comprehensive, state of the art diagnostic services and medical and nutritional management |
| • | Educate patients and families about their biochemical disorders, associated complications and the genetic cause. |
| • | Provide health care counseling about potential risks and preventive behaviors. |
| • | Refer and collaboration with other health professionals to meet your child's special needs. |
| • | Provide information on community resources and services to support your child and family. |
| • | Support and advocate for the patient and family. |
When
Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (medically urgent visits can usually be arranged at other times)
Where
Waisman Center Clinics
1500 Highland Avenue
Madison, WI 53705
Contact
Waisman Center Clinics: 608-263-3301
Mary Rasmussen, coordinator, Biochemical Genetics Clinic, 608-263-5993
Greg Rice, MD, Biochemical Geneticist, 608-263-5993
EZ Referrals encouraged
Meet the Team
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| Gregory Rice, MD Medical Director Biochemical Genetics Clinic |
Lisa Obernolte, MS, RD Metabolic Dietitian |
Laura Birkeland, MS, CGC Genetic Counselors |
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| Sandy van Calcar, PhD, RD Senior Metabolic Dietitian |
Nicoletta Drilias, RD, CD Metabolic Dietitian |
Natalie Salm, MS, CGC Genetic Counselors |
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| Jessica Scott-Schwoewer, MD Biochemical Geneticist | Sonja Henry, MS, CGC Genetic Counselors |
Mary Rasmussen Clinic Coordinator |
