Genetic Testing Options
Dr. Ed McCabe, Chief of the Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA, talks about the process he follows when a couple comes to him without a known history of disease or genetic red flags. Dr. McCabe explains that he begins with a very detailed family his...
Treating Metabolic Diseases
Dr. Ed McCabe, Chief of the Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA, talks about progress that's been made in treating those afflicted with Sickle Cell disease, PKU (phenylketonuria) and other metabolic disorders.
In Utero Treatment
Dr. Ed McCabe, Chief of the Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA, talks about progress that's been made in treating disorders in utero, including heart failure and neural tube defects.
Genetic Testing and Privacy
Dr. Ed McCabe, Chief of the Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA, explains that he believes it's imperative that the rights of the individual be protected as regards genetic testing. This can mean anything from not having testing done if someone doesn...
Children and Violence
Dr. Ed McCabe, Chief of the Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA, acknowledges that it's very difficult to predict which children are going to commit violent acts, but adds that, "...when there are signs ahead of time, we need to recognize that maybe ...
Counseling, Genetics, and Risk
Dr. Ed McCabe, Chief of the Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA, talks about the different ways people react when they learn that their unborn child is at risk for severe malformation or mental retardation. Dr. McCabe adds that he is careful in such ...