,An Interprofessional Approach
Laura M. Gunder McClary,
DHSc, MHE, PA-C
Professor
Physician Assistant Department
Medical College of Georgia School of Allied
Health Sciences
Augusta, Georgia
Professor
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Names: Gunder McClary, Laura M., author.
Title: Essentials of medical genetics for nursing and health professionals /
Laura M. Gunder McClary.
Description: Burlington, Massachusetts : Jones & Bartlett Learning, [2019] |
Includes bibliographical references.
Identifiers: LCCN 2018028651 | ISBN 9781284154245 (paperback)
Subjects: | MESH: Genetics, Medical | Genetic Diseases, Inborn--diagnosis |
Genetic Diseases, Inborn--therapy
Classification: LCC RB155 | NLM QZ 50 | DDC 616/.042--dc23
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DEDICATION
The profound privilege of being a healthcare provider revolves around our dedication to improving the
human condition through our service to others. With the exception of our own families, we find our
greatest joy in serving patients and their families as well as in mentoring and teaching students in our
charge. This text is for the students, teachers, patients, colleagues, and families who seek to know more and
serve better. May your knowledge and skills always be tempered by compassion, integrity, and humility—
these virtues are essential to the character of a true Servant.
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