Short-Rib Thoracic Dysplasia 8 with or without Polydactyly: Unraveling the Genetic Threads
Explore Short-Rib Thoracic Dysplasia 8, its genetic basis, diagnosis, and benefits of genetic testing for early intervention and personalized care.
Brandon Colby, MD
MD · MBA
Physician specializing in genetic analysis and personalized preventive medicine, and author of Outsmart Your Genes.
About Brandon
Brandon Colby is a physician-expert in the fields of genetic analysis and Personalized Preventive Medicine. He holds an MD from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, an MBA from Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, and a degree in Genetics from the University of Michigan.
Dr. Colby is the author of the book Outsmart Your Genes and has developed numerous technologies that improve the analysis, interpretation, and actionability of genome sequencing data. He is an Affiliate Specialist of the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG), an Associate of the American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM), and a member of the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC).
Education
- BA in Genetics with Honors, University of Michigan · 2000
- MD, Mount Sinai School of Medicine · 2004
- MBA, Stanford University Graduate School of Business · 2007
Affiliations & Memberships
- Affiliate Specialist, American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG)
- Associate, American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM)
- Member, National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC)
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Articles by Brandon
Spermatogenic Failure 13: The Silent Struggle of Genetic Origins
Uncover how genetic testing aids in diagnosing Spermatogenic Failure 13, a genetic cause of male infertility, guiding treatment, and offering reproductive counseling.
Spermatogenic Failure 14: Understanding Genetic Testing and Its Impact
Explore how genetic testing uncovers the causes of spermatogenic failure 14, aiding in male infertility diagnosis, personalized treatments, and informed family planning.
Sulfite Oxidase Deficiency Due to Molybdenum Cofactor Deficiency Type C: Genetic Testing's Role in Diagnosis and Management
Explore how genetic testing aids in diagnosing and managing sulfite oxidase deficiency due to molybdenum cofactor deficiency Type C, enhancing early detection and care.
Tall Stature-Intellectual Disability-Facial Dysmorphism Syndrome: Unraveling the Genetic Threads
Explore genetic testing's role in diagnosing Tall Stature-Intellectual Disability-Facial Dysmorphism Syndrome, facilitating early intervention and family planning.
Telangiectasia, Hereditary Hemorrhagic, Type 5: Unlocking the Genetic Code to Better Understanding and Management
Explore how genetic testing revolutionizes the diagnosis and treatment of hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia type 5, offering personalized care and family planning.
Testicular Anomalies and Congenital Heart Disease: Unraveling the Genetic Threads
Genetic testing uncovers links between testicular anomalies and congenital heart disease, aiding in diagnosis, personalized treatment, early detection, and family planning.
Triosephosphate Isomerase Deficiency: Understanding Genetic Testing's Role in Diagnosis and Management
Explore how genetic testing aids in diagnosing Triosephosphate Isomerase Deficiency, offering early diagnosis, carrier screening, personalized treatments, and research insights.