KinderGenomeSM
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Information and Scheduling—Metroplex and West Texas
About
Miranda Ramirez Pediatrics
About
KinderGenome
KinderGenome is an extension of one physician’s pediatric and genetic practice, founded to facilitate the humane application of genome knowledge. The “Kinder” in KinderGenome first denotes expertise in childhood disease and second emphasizes a kinder approach to genetics that prioritizes healing over exploitation. KinderGenome offers local and web-based services to patients and professionals, including prenatal counseling and reproductive planning or evaluation of children with genetic/developmental conditions.
About
Golder Wilson MD, PhD
Dr. Golder N. Wilson received his MD and PhD degrees from
the
Dr. Wilson is affiliated with Medical Center of Plano in the
Metroplex area and with University Medical Centers affiliated with
EVALUATING YOUR CHILD
The initial evaluation is a beginning for defining genetic factors in your child’s illness and designing a preventive management program for parents and primary care physicians. In most cases, a two-visit initial evaluation is recommended: the first for family history and specialized physical examination, the second to review laboratory test results, consider potential medical complications, and discuss risks for future pregnancies. Written reports and disease information with preventive management checklists for known diagnoses are mailed to parents and physicians. Dr. Wilson encourages families to stay in contact with him by telephone or email for review of their child’s progress and new clinical concerns.
Genetic and
Prenatal Counseling Visits—Evaluation of the Future Child
The
Diagnostic
Evaluations
Children with growth, developmental, and/or behavioral
problems need genetic evaluation for causes that can be defined by physical
examination and laboratory testing.
These evaluations consist of a pregnancy, family, and childhood history,
specialized physical examination, and in some cases chromosome and/or
Evaluation for
Medical Management Plans
Children who already have a genetic diagnosis can benefit from preventive management plans like those published in the Wilson & Cooley book. The management plan defines likely medical complications and provides a checklist of preventive measures to parents and primary care providers. The plan reassures parents that they are doing everything possible for their child, and gives them a specialist contact for new questions or concerns.
Behavioral Services
Including Assessment of ADHD
Children with known or unknown types of developmental disability are at higher risk for behavioral differences, a combination known as “dual diagnosis.” The nature and severity of behavior differences can be assessed by questioning parents and professionals (e. g., teachers) in a standard format. Parent/teacher questionnaires may be used to define or exclude particular behavior differences, allowing appropriate recommendations for behavioral or medical therapy. Dr. Wilson can also assess and treat ADHD behaviors in children with or without disabilities.
Obesity/Metabolic
Evaluations and Dietary Counseling/Management
Childhood obesity is a modern epidemic due to abundant food and inactivity. Childhood obesity leads to severe medical complications such as diabetes, heart disease, and bone/joint problems. A basic metabolic assessment and dietary history is performed by Dr. Wilson, looking for signs of genetic disorders that predispose to the overeating, abnormal fat metabolism, or decreased activities that lead to obesity.
INFORMATION BY TELEPHONE OR EMAIL
Physician
Consultation Services, Parent Information
Local physicians and health professionals can discuss
patients or obtain educational information by contacting Dr. Golder Wilson
(email TheGgnome@aol.com or cell phone (214-226-9869
for Dr. Wilson,
Consultations and/or educational materials are also available for health professionals outside the DFW area, including information about disorders, recommendations for management, or diagnostic opinions/suggestions. Requests should be initiated by e-mail at the above addresses, and individuals will be asked to submit records or requests by regular mail as appropriate. There may be a charge for mailing information and/or suggestions.
Legal Services
Dr. Wilson is available for review and testimony as an expert witness on cases concerning developmental disability, congenital anomalies, and/or genetic disease. He is also available for consultation by patients or attorneys who sense injuries from research fraud, exploitation, or inappropriate/inaccurate genetic testing and counseling.
Fees
Dr. Wilson accepts most insurance plans and some Medicaid plans for direct patient evaluations.
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Service |
Mechanism |
Fees, result |
Local
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Patient evaluations |
By patient appointment |
$250-500, summary letter to parents and physicians |
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Genetic consultations |
Physician phone query |
No charge, phone advice |
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Inpatient consultations, by physician request |
$250-$500, consult note |
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Educational materials |
Request by patients, physician |
No charge with local evaluation or phone query |
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Legal services |
Telephone query |
No charge |
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Record review, report |
$100 per hour, $500 minimum |
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Subsequent deposition, testimony |
$300 per hour |
Long Distance
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Second opinion Management plan Educational information |
Email query by parent Submission of records by regular mail if deemed useful |
No charge $100 for review Summary letter to patient |
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Legal services |
Email query by attorney |
Same as local plus travel expenses |
Contact Information and Scheduling
Dr. Wilson is available for clinical genetics,
developmental, and behavioral consultations at Miranda Ramirez Pediatrics in
About Miranda O. Ramirez Pediatrics
Miranda Ramirez Pediatrics (ramirezpediatrics.com)
is a spacious office suite within a modern building in
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