Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Duane Retraction Syndrome
Explore Duane Retraction Syndrome, its diagnosis, and the role of genetic testing in identifying mutations, informing treatment, and advancing research.
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
Understanding Dyskeratosis Congenita, Autosomal Dominant 1: Diagnosis and Genetic Testing
Dyskeratosis Congenita (DCAD1) affects skin, nails, and bone marrow. Learn how early diagnosis and genetic testing for TERC or TERT mutations guide treatment and family planning.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Dyslexia, Susceptibility to, 1
Explore how genetic testing aids in diagnosing Dyslexia, Susceptibility to, 1. Early signs, comprehensive evaluations, and personalized interventions detailed here.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Dystonia 12
Genetic testing identifies ATP1A3 gene mutations in Dystonia 12, aiding in early diagnosis, guiding treatment, and helping with genetic counseling and family planning.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Dystonia 5
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Understand ear malformation causes, diagnosis techniques, and the role of genetic testing in microtia and aural atresia. Learn about personalized treatment and family planning.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Early-onset Generalized Limb-onset Dystonia
Diagnose early-onset generalized limb-onset dystonia with genetic testing. Identify genetic mutations, guide treatments, and gain prognostic insights for better management.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Elevated Circulating Creatine Kinase Concentration
Elevated circulating creatine kinase (CK) concentration is a condition that can signal muscle damage or stress.