Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Familial Periodic Paralysis
Familial Periodic Paralysis: Genetic testing identifies gene mutations, confirms diagnosis, guides family planning, and aids in personalized treatment strategies.
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, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Familial Febrile Seizures
Ensure proper diagnosis and manage familial febrile seizures effectively with genetic testing. Learn about mutations, risk prediction, and personalized treatment strategies.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for First Degree Atrioventricular Block
Explore how genetic testing aids in diagnosing First Degree AV Block, a heart condition with delayed electrical signals, and understand its impact on treatment and family risk.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Gastric Cancer
Gastric cancer, also known as stomach cancer, is a malignant condition that arises from the lining of the stomach.
Understanding Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage: Diagnosis and Genetic Testing
Discover how genetic testing aids in diagnosing gastrointestinal hemorrhage, its symptoms, and personalized treatment plans for better patient care and outcomes.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Geleophysic Dysplasia
Unlock insights into Geleophysic Dysplasia, a rare genetic disorder, through genetic testing. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, early intervention, and family planning strategies.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Generalized Dystonia
Explore the role of genetic testing in diagnosing generalized dystonia, a neurological disorder with involuntary muscle contractions. Learn how it guides personalized treatments.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for GLUT1 Deficiency Syndrome
GLUT1 Deficiency Syndrome impairs brain glucose use. Genetic testing confirms diagnosis and aids in early intervention, carrier testing, and research advancements.