Tackling Tremor: Navigating Hereditary Essential Tremor 4 with Genetic Testing
Unveil the genetic roots of Hereditary Essential Tremor 4. Genetic testing aids diagnosis, guides personalized care, and informs family planning decisions.
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
Trichorhinophalangeal Syndrome: Understanding the Role of Genetic Testing in Diagnosis and Management
Explore how genetic testing plays a crucial role in diagnosing trichorhinophalangeal syndrome, guiding personalized treatment, and predicting disease progression.
Understanding Usher Syndrome Type 1J: Genetic Testing as a Beacon of Hope
Explore Usher Syndrome Type 1J, its genetic complexities, and how genetic testing aids in precise diagnosis, personalized treatments, and informed family planning.
Unlocking the Mysteries of Weill-Marchesani Syndrome 3 Through Genetic Testing
Explore how genetic testing revolutionizes the diagnosis of Weill-Marchesani Syndrome 3, offering precise identification, early intervention, and family planning insights.
Young Adult-Onset Distal Hereditary Motor Neuropathy: Unraveling Genetic Threads for Better Understanding and Management
Explore how genetic testing advances the understanding and management of Young Adult-Onset Distal Hereditary Motor Neuropathy, enhancing diagnosis and personalized care.
Genetic Screening for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS): A Comprehensive Guide
Advancements in Understanding Acrodysostosis 2 with or without Hormone Resistance
Explore how genetic testing advances understanding acrodysostosis 2, aiding in early diagnosis, personalized treatments, and informed family planning decisions.
Adenine Phosphoribosyltransferase Deficiency: Genetic Testing's Role in Revealing the Hidden
Uncover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing APRT deficiency, a rare genetic disorder causing kidney stones, with insights on early detection and personalized care.