Chiari Malformation: Types, Symptoms and MRI Diagnosis
Downward displacement of the cerebellar tonsils through the foramen magnum brings headaches, neck pain, balance trouble and dizziness; MRI shows the extent.
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)
Articles by Brandon Colby, MD are reviewed for accuracy by Sequencing's medical and scientific team. This page is for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice.
Articles by Brandon
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Chondrocalcinosis
Calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystals in cartilage cause joint pain, swelling and stiffness that can be mistaken for osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency
Explore how genetic testing aids in diagnosing Combined Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiency, a rare disorder affecting cellular energy, leading to tailored treatments and family…
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Cone Dystrophy
Loss of color vision, light sensitivity and falling visual acuity point to cone dystrophy; ERG, OCT and genetic testing help identify the type and inheritance pattern.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Congenital Ocular Coloboma
Congenital ocular coloboma causes vision impairment from birth. Genetic testing is essential for early diagnosis, personalized treatment, and family planning strategies.
Demystifying Congenital Pontocerebellar Hypoplasia: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover the importance of early diagnosis and genetic testing for congenital pontocerebellar hypoplasia (PCH), a rare neurological disorder affecting brain development.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Deep Venous Thrombosis
Clots forming in a deep leg vein can reach the lungs; duplex ultrasound and D-dimer tests diagnose DVT, while Factor V Leiden and prothrombin tests gauge risk.
Disease: How Genetic Testing Supports Diagnosis
Chronic pain, fatigue and other systemic symptoms are described alongside the clinical evaluation, lab tests, imaging and genetic testing used to reach a diagnosis.