This website has been maintained by SERN through a cooperative agreement funded by HRSA. Funding for this project has been discontinued, and thus this website will be ending on 5/31/24.

Some website content will be available in other locations, to be announced.

Resources for Families

Resources for families on various genetics, telemedicine, emergency planning, and more topics.

General Resources


Emergency Preparedness Resources for Patients and Genetic Providers

The National Coordinating Center has consolidated a list of resources developed by the various Regional Genetic Networks, Telehealth Resource Centers, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and Family Voices

Genetics Visit FAQs

This handout provides answers to frequently asked questions about a genetics visit and what to expect.   Genetics Visit FAQ in English  Genetics Visit FAQ in Spanish 

Preparing for a Successful Telehealth Visit Checklist

This checklist helps families prepare for a telemedicine visit.

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Recursos en Español


Genetics Visit FAQs

This handout provides answers to frequently asked questions about a genetics visit and what to expect.   Genetics Visit FAQ in English  Genetics Visit FAQ in Spanish 

Telemedicine Tips for Patients and Families/Caregivers

This is a guide to help you prepare for your telemedicine appointment with your provider. Your provider may have additional requirements for you that are not listed in the document. … More →

What are Chromosomes and Genes? Video in Spanish

Overview of the concepts of genes and chromosomes, the basics of genetics. The video is in Spanish with English subtitles.

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New Videos


A Miraculous New Era for Cystic Fibrosis: Impact of Molecular Screening and Therapy.

The third annual Paul M. Fernhoff Memorial Lecture was held Thursday, September 17, 2015. Dr. Philip Farrell’s keynote address is available here entitled “A Miraculous New Era for Cystic Fibrosis: … More →

Alex Kemper, MD, MS, MPH — Considering Newborn Screening for X-linked Adrenoleukodystrophy (SERN/SERGG 2016)

Dr. Kemper presents “Considering Newborn Screening for X-linked Adrenoleukodystrophy”

Alex Kemper, MD, MS, MPH — The SACHDNC Approach to Considering Conditions for Newborn Screening (SERN/SERGG 2013)

Dr. Kemper presents on the SACHDNC approach to considering conditions for newborn screening (NBS).

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Genetic Disorders


There are many different organizations and resources available to help families learn more about genetic disorders.

List of Common Genetic Disorders and Organizations

Nutrition Management Guidelines


SERN and Genetic Metabolic Dietitians International (GMDI) are collaborating to develop Nutrition Management Guidelines for inherited metabolic disorders. The guidelines are based on review of scientific evidence and expert consensus and aim to foster optimum nutrition management of affected individuals, reduce the uncertainty and variability in management, and direct future research.

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Resources by State


SERN covers eight states in the southeastern region and each state has specific resources pertaining to newborn screening, genetics, family organizations, and professional organizations related to genetics.

State Resources