Dr Anne Ronan is a clinical geneticist and a paediatric clinical geneticist based in Lambton, NSW. She works from 16 Grainger Street, Lambton NSW 2299.
In day to day practice, Dr Ronan looks after families who are trying to understand genetic conditions. This might be after a new diagnosis, when there are family health concerns, or when someone has symptoms that need a clearer explanation. Genetics can feel overwhelming, especially for parents and carers. The aim is to slow things down, talk it through, and help families make sense of what’s going on.
Dr Ronan provides genetic counselling. That usually means reviewing family history and discussing how genetic conditions can be passed through families. At times, it also involves risk assessment for genetic conditions, including what changes might be worth considering for other relatives.
When genetic testing is helpful, genetic testing may be discussed as part of the care plan. This can include talking about what a test can and can’t show, and what the results may mean for the person and their family. In many cases, the goal is not just to get answers, but to support practical next steps after results come in.
Work with children and teens is a big part of her paediatric role. Genetics in young people often brings extra stress for families, and the questions can be different from adult care. Dr Ronan focuses on clear communication and straightforward explanations, so parents and carers feel informed, not rushed.
Alongside counselling and testing, family history evaluation is a core part of the process. Looking at patterns across generations can help guide decisions about whether genetic concerns should be investigated further. It also helps shape conversations about screening, monitoring, and care choices that might suit the family best.
Education, research work, and any clinical trial involvement weren’t provided here, so they can’t be listed in this summary. What is clear is that Dr Ronan’s work centres on genetic counselling, genetic testing, and risk assessment, with a steady focus on families who want to understand their situation.