Promoting Jewish genetic health since 1999.
The Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics provides educational resources related to hereditary cancers and genetic disorders more common among individuals of Jewish descent. We work closely with community members, clergy, healthcare professionals, and partner organizations to raise awareness of these issues and available support options, including our own low-to-no cost genetic counseling and genetic screening programs.
Originally founded as The Chicago Center for Jewish Genetic Disorders in 1999, the Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics today offers resources to communities across North America and the world, while continuing its service focus in the Chicago Jewish community.
The Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics is a supporting foundation of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago/Jewish United Fund, and is supported in part by the Michael Reese Health Trust.
Articles and Events
Genetic Shabbat 2017: Giving Back By Participating in Medical Research
The Torah recognizes the need for each of us to take responsibility for our health in order to be able
Meet Genetic Counselor Rebecca Wang, MS
From Rebecca: I am thrilled to be joining the team at the Norton & Elaine Sarnoff Center for Jewish Genetics!
Who Should Be Screened for Genetic Disorders? ACOG Releases Revised Statements
Did you know that 1 in 4 Ashkenazi Jews carries at least one "Jewish" genetic disorder? That’s why carrier screening
