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Pediatric Genetic Evaluation, Testing, and Genetic Counseling

Pediatric genetic testing and genetic counseling for the children of Southwest Florida

4.6 out of 5 stars (47 ratings, 18 comments)

Genetics & Inherited Disorders

Pediatric genetic diseases can affect children of all ages, from babies found to have a genetic diagnosis through newborn screening, to young adults that show signs and symptoms for the first time. Our specialty practice offers comprehensive medical management for patients with a genetic disorder, birth defect or family history of risk for a genetic disease. 

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Genetic Evaluation and Counseling

Our specialized team is skilled in providing care for a large variety of genetic disorders. Examples of common disorders we manage include 

  • Down syndrome
  • Chromosome abnormalities
  • Neurofibromatosis
  • Fragile X syndrome
  • Developmental delay/intellectual disability
  • Autism spectrum disorders
  • Birth defects
  • Neuromuscular disorders
  • Seizures and Epilepsy
  • Prenatal drug or alcohol exposure
  • Family history of a genetic condition
  • Hemihypertrophy
  • Beckwith Wiedemann syndrome
  • Russell-Silver syndrome
  • Microcephaly syndromes
  • Intrauterine growth restriction
  • Failure to thrive
  • Skeletal dysplasias

Meet Our Pediatric Genetic Specialist

Pediatric Cleft and Craniofacial Clinic

Our pediatric plastic and reconstructive surgeons treat infants and children with a very wide range of conditions with the help of our multidisciplinary cleft and craniofacial team. Learn more here about our cleft and craniofacial clinic. 

Convenience at your Fingertips

Lee Health offers patients a secure, online way to access their medical records. Anywhere, anytime you can count on Lee Health's MyChart. MyChart should never be used for urgent/emergent medical matters. Messages sent through MyChart® are monitored during business hours only. Message your physician here and get access to your child's genetic records.

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    Pediatric Genetic Evaluation

    Pediatric genetic testing and genetic counseling services are available to children of all age ranges. Learn more here about what to expect during these evaluations at Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida. .

Ratings and Reviews

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions.

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  • 4.7out of 5 stars

    Explained Things Clearly

  • 4.8out of 5 stars

    Involved in Care Decisions

  • 4.7out of 5 stars

    Spent Enough Time

  • 4.7out of 5 stars

    Listened Carefully

  • 4.8out of 5 stars

    Showed Courtesy & Respect

  • 4.6out of 5 stars

    Likelihood to Recommend

4.6 out of 5 (47 ratings, 18 comments)

  • Dec 18, 2024

    thanks to Dr. Innis i am able to care for my child the right and positive way. Dr. Innis is a very knowledgeable and caring doctor. Talking to him about my child's condition gives me so much hope and faith. Thanks Dr. Innis

  • Dec 4, 2024

    I would highly recommend dr. Innis to anyone in need of genetic information. He is excellent with the patient at hand and extremely knowledgeable about any information regarding genetics. He is friendly, courteous, patient, understanding, and above all absolut ely amazing with the patient. He explains difficult information in a manner that is easier to understand and comprehend and answers any questions asked efficiently. Thank you dr. Innis for doing what you do!

  • Aug 21, 2024

    Dr. Innis and his staff were wonderful and Dr.Innis is very dedicated to his work along with the quality of care his patients have.

  • Jul 3, 2024

    Both Mara and Dr Innis were wonderful to us.

  • Jun 26, 2024

    Everyone we encountered was so nice. The nurse explained that there was a student in the room as well instead of leaving us wondering who she was. We were introduced to everyone involved in our appointment. That’s a very nice touch.

  • Jun 25, 2024

    Dr. Innis and his team did a great job all around, very happy with the way the appointment went.

  • Jun 4, 2024

    He's a wonderful a very nice individual and very caring and he makes sure you truly understand everything he took his time I didn't feel like he was rushing me threw the process I'd recommend him to everyone he is a amazing person

  • May 17, 2024

    This is the best doctor , no rush and explain very clearly,and patient

  • Apr 24, 2024

    Both the medical assistant and Dr. Innis were very kind and informative.

  • Apr 18, 2024

    We had a wonderful experience with Dr Innis. He has seen my other son in the past and is always very attentive and courteous. He listens to my concerns and makes me feel heard which doesn't always happen with other doctors. The care we received was superb.

  • Apr 9, 2024

    Dr .Innis and staff are very profesional and friendly. Also Dr. Innis explained all my concerns on my son's condition and recommendations. Thank you

  • Apr 5, 2024

    The medical assistant that did his vitals and Dr.Innis was excellent

  • Apr 2, 2024

    Both Dr. Innis and Medical assistant Mara. Both the doctor and Medical assistant were absolutely compassionate and extremely helpful. They eased all my worries with our son and thankful that we now have this amazing team to help us through the unexpected journ ey.

  • Mar 7, 2024

    mara is excellent. dr.innis is very nice

  • Mar 6, 2024

    Mara was very patient and very caring with [ ] she was able to do most of the stuff that she needed for the doctor. Thank you Mara.

  • Feb 24, 2024

    Highly knowledgeable and patient with a very overstimulating population.

  • Feb 7, 2024

    I’m absolutely grateful for the excellent service we received from the whole team. Since the beginning our experience was OUTSTANDING! Donna confirmed the insurance coverage and made sure all the paperwork was ready for our appointment, the kindness with which Mara treated my child who is afraid of doctors was amazing!. My son is 6 years old, and we had never seen such a professional, dedicated, committed and patient doctor like Dr. Innis. Thank you all for your service. We can tell you serve our community with love and a huge vocation.

  • Jan 25, 2024

    So happy to answers. Dr Innis is very thorough and super knowledgeable. He and his staff were so caring and compassionate.

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