Piermattei, Julia

Genetic Assistant

Julia joined GGC in 2023 as a genetic assistant in the metabolic clinic in GGC’s Charleston office. Her responsibilities include gathering and reviewing family and medical history, patient scheduling and check in, recording vital signs, and assisting the metabolic team with patient visits at the Charleston office as well as during clinics at GGC’s Columbia, and Florence offices.

Contact Info

Office: (843) 735-5087
[email protected]

Education

B.S., Biology, College of Charleston, 2023

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Lucy's Story

When our daughter Lucy had a metabolic crisis at 7 days old, we were shocked and devastated to find out that she was born with a rare genetic disorder (MSUD). Her newborn screening results did not make it back in time to prevent the crisis, and no one at our local hospital was familiar with the disease. They did not know how to treat her. Calls were made to Greenwood Genetic Center to confirm her diagnosis and guide her care. Dr. Champaigne and Ami...

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