Anna Hurst
Geneticist | Clinical Genetics (M.D.)
Kaul 210C 1720 2nd Ave South Birmingham Alabama, 35294-0024About
Dr. Anna Hurst practices Genetic Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. As a geneticist, Dr. Hurst 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. Hurst carries out studies, tests, and counsels patients with genetic diseases.
Provider Details
Anna Hurst's Expert Contributions
Do I have to go to a geneticist for genetic testing?
Geneticists or also professionals called Genetic Counselors can also be of help! These Masters-trained counselors can discuss your personal and family history, identify the best candidates for testing (which may often be a relative first), discuss the types of genes which should be tested, and identify cost-effective laboratories who can work with your insurance plan to minimize out-of-pocket costs. Find a counselor near you by going to www.nsgc.org READ MORE
Anna Hurst's Practice location
Anna Hurst's reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- Is Pancreatic Cancer Genetic?
Is Pancreatic Cancer Genetic?Cancer is caused by a change in your genetic sequence. Genes are responsible for designing your body. Any alteration at that level will alter your body patterns.Cancer is an uncontrolled production of abnormal cells. Usually new cells are formed when your body needs...
- The History of Muscular Dystrophy
What is muscular dystrophy?Muscular dystrophy is an inherited disorder, which is often characterized by a progressive type of muscular degeneration and weakness. There are several types of muscular dystrophy, wherein each type eventually leads to an increased disability, strength loss, and potential...
- What is Neurofibromatosis?
Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder that affects the development of nerve cells and tissues in the body, leading to the formation of tumors in different parts of the nervous system. These tumors, also known as neurofibromas, may develop in the brain, spinal cord, along the nerves, or under the...
- Adalia Rose
OverviewAdalia Rose is an American internet star. She was born with Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome, which is a premature aging disease. This genetic condition is also commonly known as progeria. During her early infancy stage, her body was much older than the normal age. In spite of her...
- The Function and Structure of DNA
Deoxyribonucleic acid or DNA is a molecule that contains the instructions an organism needs to develop, live and reproduce. These instructions are found inside every cell and are passed down from parents to their children.The Structure of DNADNA contains molecules called nucleotides, which possess a...
- The Most Common Misconceptions About Breast Cancer
There is so much information you can read online about breast cancer. Some information may be acquired in the community, friends, or family that is totally misleading or incorrect. Although not backed up with solid evidence, such information can cause a lot of media attention, which can further...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Bruce R Korf MD720 20th St S Birmingham AL 35233
- Dr. Nathaniel H Robin MD619 19th Street South Birmingham AL 35233
- Dr. Maria Descartes MD619 19th Street South Birmingham AL 35233
- Dr. Susan Lane Rutledge MD619 19th Street South Birmingham AL 35233