Patient Stories
Real experiences from patients who have used our genetic health services. Their stories inspire us to continue providing exceptional care.
Featured Stories
Sarah M.
Toronto, ONPeace of mind for our family planning
My husband and I were planning to start a family and wanted to know our genetic risks. The carrier screening revealed we're both carriers for a condition I'd never heard of. Thanks to the genetic counseling, we understood our options …
Carrier ScreeningMichael R.
Vancouver, BCFinally found the right medication
I'd been struggling with depression for years, trying different medications that either didn't work or had terrible side effects. The pharmacogenomics test showed I'm a poor metabolizer for several common antidepressants. My doctor used this information to prescribe something that …
PharmacogenomicsJennifer & David L.
Calgary, ABCompassionate guidance through a difficult time
When our first child was diagnosed with a genetic condition, we were devastated and confused. The genetic counselor at Heritable Health helped us understand the condition, connected us with support resources, and discussed options for future pregnancies. The compassion and …
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Amanda & Chris S.
Ottawa, ONHelped us grow our family safely
After experiencing multiple pregnancy losses, we learned through testing that we both carry mutations in the same gene. With this information, we were able to pursue IVF with genetic testing of embryos. Our daughter is healthy and we're forever grateful for the guidance we received.