Understanding Congenital Myopathy 20: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover Congenital Myopathy 20, a rare genetic disorder causing muscle weakness & developmental delays. Learn about diagnosis, genetic testing, & managing this condition.
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
Unlocking the Mystery of Congenital Myopathy 21: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Genetic Testing
Discover Congenital Myopathy 21, a rare genetic disorder affecting muscles & breathing. Learn about diagnosis, genetic testing, carrier & prenatal testing, and treatment options.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Congenital Myopathy 2B, Severe Infantile, Autosomal Recessive
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing Congenital Myopathy 2B. Learn how personalized treatment plans and early intervention improve quality of life.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Severe Infantile Congenital Myopathy 2C
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing Severe Infantile Congenital Myopathy 2C, a rare muscle disorder, and its applications in carrier, prenatal, and preimplantation…
Unlocking the Secrets of Congenital NAD Deficiency Disorder: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Genetic Testing
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing Congenital NAD Deficiency Disorder, its symptoms, and how it aids in personalized treatment & research.
Decoding the Complexities: Understanding Cortical Dysplasia and the Role of Genetic Testing
Discover the complexities of Cortical Dysplasia (CDCBM12), a rare neurological disorder, and learn how genetic testing aids in diagnosis and management.
Unlocking the Secrets of Deutetrabenazine Response: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover the benefits of genetic testing for deutetrabenazine response in treating movement disorders like Huntington's disease and tardive dyskinesia, and how it leads to…
Unlocking the Mysteries of Developmental and Epileptic Encephalopathy 31B: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Genetic Testing
Discover the importance of understanding, diagnosing, and using genetic testing for Developmental and Epileptic Encephalopathy 31B (DEE31B) to improve quality of life.