Unlocking the Mystery of Leukoencephalopathy with Vanishing White Matter 5
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing Leukoencephalopathy with Vanishing White Matter 5 (VWM5), a rare neurological disorder.
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
Unlocking the Mystery: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Severe Congenital Liver Disease
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing & managing severe congenital liver diseases, improving prognosis, guiding treatment, and aiding family planning.
Unlocking the Mysteries of Long QT Syndrome 2/9: A Comprehensive Guide to Genetic Testing
Discover the importance of genetic testing for diagnosing Long QT Syndrome 2/9, a rare heart disorder. Learn how it guides treatment, identifies at-risk family members, and…
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for Retinal Macular Dystrophy 4
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing Retinal Macular Dystrophy 4, guiding treatment plans, and advancing research for this rare eye disorder.
Decoding Macular Dystrophy, Retinal 5: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Genetic Testing
Discover the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of Macular Dystrophy, Retinal 5 (MCDR5), and learn how genetic testing plays a crucial role in understanding this rare eye condition.
Deciphering the Code: Understanding Marfanoid Habitus and Intellectual Disability
Discover the crucial role of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing Marfanoid Habitus and Intellectual Disability, a rare genetic disorder affecting multiple body systems.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for MBD5 Associated Neurodevelopmental Disorder
Discover the importance of genetic testing for MBD5 associated neurodevelopmental disorder (MAND), its symptoms, diagnosis, and how it helps in personalized treatment plans.
Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing for MEN2 Phenotype: Unclassified
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing the rare MEN2 Phenotype: Unclassified, its role in early detection, and improving prognosis.