Unraveling the Genetic Mysteries of Colorectal and Endometrial Cancer
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing & managing colorectal and endometrial cancer, Lynch syndrome, and 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
Unlocking the Mysteries of Congenital and Infantile Nephrotic Syndrome: Genetic Testing and Beyond
Unlock the mysteries of Congenital and Infantile Nephrotic Syndrome (CINS) with genetic testing for accurate diagnosis, personalized treatment plans, and early intervention in…
Unlocking the Mysteries of Congenital Heart Defects, Multiple Types, 8, with or without Heterotaxy
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing Congenital Heart Defects, Multiple Types, 8 (CHD8) and its role in early intervention, treatment, and family planning.
Unlocking the Mystery of Punctiform and Polychromatic Pre-Descemet Corneal Dystrophy
Discover the importance of understanding, diagnosing, and utilizing genetic testing for PPPCD, a rare genetic eye disorder. Learn about PRDX3 mutation, early detection, and…
Decoding the Genetic Mysteries of Susceptibility to Coronary Artery Spasm 3
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing coronary artery spasm 3, identifying at-risk individuals, and personalizing treatment plans.
Decoding Familial Hypercholesterolemia: Understanding and Diagnosing Coronary Heart Disease Protection
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing Familial Hypercholesterolemia, understanding protective factors against Coronary Heart Disease, and improving treatment options.
Decoding the Complexities of Craniofacial Dysmorphism, Skeletal Anomalies, and Impaired Intellectual Development Syndrome 2
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing Craniofacial Dysmorphism, Skeletal Anomalies, and Impaired Intellectual Development Syndrome 2 (CSS2) and its impact on…
Cracking the Code of Craniofacial-Skeletal-Dermatologic Dysplasia: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Using Genetic Testing
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing Craniofacial-Skeletal-Dermatologic Dysplasia, including whole exome sequencing, targeted gene panels, and prenatal testing.