For Medical Professionals

• Lettercase.org  - Understanding a Down Syndrome Diagnosis” is available for free as a web app and copies are available for purchase. Medical providers can receive one free copy or contact MedicalOutreach@dscba.org to arrange a copy. 

• Brighter-tomorrows.org - Free on-line training module for medical professionals on how to deliver a diagnosis according to the recognized best practices. 

• National Down Syndrome Adoption Network - The National Down Syndrome Adoption Network was created to offer hope to expectant and birth parents who felt they would not be able to parent their child, and wanted a loving alternative – adoption.  Review their booklet here, "A Loving Choice...Adoption as an Option".

• DSMIG - Down Syndrome Medica Interest Group - USA
• DSMIG-USA® is a group of health professionals committed to promoting the optimal health care and wellness of individuals with DS across the lifespan. Members of this DSMIG-USA® are professionals from a variety of disciplines who provide care to individuals with Down syndrome and/or their families. This may include physicians, scientists, psychologists, nurses, genetic counselors, educators, therapists, clinic coordinators, and related health professionals. Members may also include individuals who engage in research or health policy relevant to Down syndrome. Most members work in specialized Down syndrome clinics, at academic institutions, university- and community-based medical centers, or private practice. Students, Residents, Fellows and other Trainees are welcome to join.

• American Academy of Pediatrics 
  • Health Care Information for Families of Children with Down Syndrome

• Medical Care Guidelines for Adults with Down syndrome
  • Medical Care Guidelines Checklist

Here are some free online learning modules available:

The Lettercase National Center for Prenatal Resources - part of the University of Kentucky's Human Development Institute

• For Medical and genetics professionals, genetic counseling program directors, and students:
  • PHT 201: Improving the Prenatal Diagnosis Experience and Long-Term Patient Outcomes with Accurate, Up-to-Date, and Balanced Information about Genetic Conditions
• For Medical Professionals and Medical Students:
  • PHT 204: Brighter Tomorrows: Best Practices for Communicating a Prenatal Diagnosis of Down Syndrome
• For Medical Professionals and Medical Students: 
  • PHT 205: Brighter Tomorrows: Best Practices for Communicating a Postnatal Diagnosis

• For Prenatal and Pediatric Genetic Counselors - CEU's available
  • PHT 206: Understanding Disability and Best Practices for Communicating a Diagnosis