Decoding BCHE: Understanding and Navigating Genetic Testing for Fluoride 1 Disease
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing Fluoride 1 Disease, caused by a BCHE gene deficiency, and learn how it aids in treatment and family planning.
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 Bent Bone Dysplasia Syndrome 2
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing Bent Bone Dysplasia Syndrome 2 (BBDS2), its role in carrier & prenatal testing, and guiding treatment.
Unlocking the Mysteries of Blood Group ER: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Genetic Testing
Discover the rare blood group ER, its diagnosis, and the crucial role of genetic testing in managing this complex condition for better health decisions.
Decoding Braddock-Carey Syndrome 2: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Genetic Testing
Discover Braddock-Carey Syndrome 2, a rare genetic disorder. Learn about its symptoms, diagnosis, and the crucial role of genetic testing in treatment.
Unlocking the Mysteries of Bronchiectasis: Genetic Testing and Beyond
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing Bronchiectasis with or without Elevated Sweat Chloride 1, Modifier of (BESC1M), and its impact on treatment.
Unlocking the Mysteries of C1q Deficiency 2: Genetic Testing and Beyond
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing C1q Deficiency 2, a rare immune disorder, and learn about its symptoms, treatment, and management.
Decoding C1q Deficiency 3: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Diagnosis, and Genetic Testing
Discover C1q Deficiency 3, its symptoms, diagnosis, and the importance of genetic testing for early intervention, family screening, and prenatal care.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Calvarial Doughnut Lesions with Bone Fragility
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing Calvarial Doughnut Lesions with Bone Fragility (CDL-BF), a rare genetic disorder affecting bone health.