Pennsylvania

Victor Centers for Jewish Genetic Diseases/Albert Einstein Medical Center
5501 Old York Road
Levy 2 West
Philadelphia, PA 19141
Director:  Adele Schneider, MD, Clinical Genetics
Contact:  Shoshana Rosen, Outreach Coordinator
Phone:  (215) 456-7875 & FAX (215) 456-2356
E-mail:  victorcenter@einstein.edu
E-mail:  Rosensh@einstein.edu
Tests: Carrier , Prenatal , Diagnostic
Website: http://www.victorcenters.org
Notes: Carrier, Prenatal & Diagnostic testing available for 10 other Jewish Genetic Diseases in addition to Canavan Disease. They offer genetic counseling & screening for highly subsidized rates in Philadelphia, Boston, and Miami. Even further subsidized screenings available for students, newlyweds & engaged couples (1 year before or after wedding). The Victor Center provides various organizations with speakers & education programs & hosts free screenings & awareness campaigns at college campuses throughout the year. Please contact the Victor Center for information on locating screening resources & to learn how they can serve your organization.