Mastering Myofibromatosis, Infantile, 2: The Promise of Genetic Testing
Explore the impact of genetic testing in Infantile Myofibromatosis, offering early diagnosis, personalized treatment, and insight into future research developments.
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
Mapping Myopia: Genetic Testing and Myopia 23, Autosomal Recessive
Genetic testing for Myopia 23 helps identify mutations, guides personalized care, informs families, and advances research, crucial for managing this rare condition.
Nephronophthisis 15: Navigating the Genetic Pathway to Diagnosis and Management
Explore Nephronophthisis 15, a rare kidney disorder, and how genetic testing aids in early detection, personalized treatment, and informed family planning.
Navigating Neuronopathy: Understanding Distal Hereditary Motor Neuronopathy Type 5B Through Genetic Testing
Explore distal hereditary motor neuronopathy type 5B, its genetic roots, and how genetic testing aids early diagnosis, personalized treatment, and family planning.
Nonprogressive Cerebellar Ataxia with Intellectual Disability: Navigating Genetic Testing for a Complex Disorder
Explore how genetic testing aids in diagnosing nonprogressive cerebellar ataxia with intellectual disability, informing personalized care, family planning, and research.
Obesity due to Congenital Leptin Deficiency: Unraveling the Genetic Puzzle
Gain valuable insights into congenital leptin deficiency, a rare genetic obesity disorder. Explore how genetic testing aids in diagnosis, treatment, and family planning.
Opening the Genetic Gateway: Understanding Obesity Due to Leptin Receptor Gene Deficiency
Unlock insights into obesity caused by leptin receptor gene deficiency. Explore genetic testing's role in diagnosis, treatment customization, and family planning.
Overcoming Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type 13: The Role of Genetic Testing in Understanding and Managing the Disorder
Genetic testing in OI type 13 aids diagnosis, management, and personalized treatment through SP7/OSX mutation analysis, improving outcomes for this rare bone disorder.