Revealing the Roots of Renal Agenesis: The Role of Genetic Testing
Explore how genetic testing aids in diagnosing renal agenesis, informs family planning, and personalizes management strategies to improve patient outcomes.
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
Renal Dysplasia and Retinal Aplasia: Unlocking the Genetic Code
Explore how genetic testing aids in diagnosing renal dysplasia and retinal aplasia. Understand early detection, personalized treatments, and family planning benefits.
Solving Severe Congenital Neutropenia: The Promise of Genetic Testing
Explore genetic testing's impact on severe congenital neutropenia diagnosis, personalized treatments, and family planning, offering new hope for affected individuals.
Solving the Puzzle: Understanding Severe Early-Onset Obesity-Insulin Resistance Syndrome Due to SH2B1 Deficiency
Uncover the role of SH2B1 deficiency in Severe Early-Onset Obesity and Insulin Resistance, highlighting genetic testing's impact on diagnosis and personalized treatment.
Seizing Solutions: Genetic Testing for Sezary Syndrome
Uncover the role of genetic testing in Sezary syndrome for early diagnosis, personalized treatment plans, and genetic counseling to improve patient outcomes.
Sirenomelia: Unveiling the Genetic Threads of a Rare Condition
Explore sirenomelia, a rare congenital disorder. Understand the role of genetic testing in early detection, diagnosis, and family planning for effective care.
Skeletal Dysplasia: Unraveling Mysteries with Genetic Testing
Genetic testing transforms skeletal dysplasia diagnosis and treatment, offering precise genetic insights, personalized care, and informed family planning options.
Spastic Ataxia: Unraveling the Genetic Threads of a Complex Disorder
Explore how genetic testing unveils the complexities of spastic ataxia, enhancing diagnosis, treatment, family planning, and advancing research for improved care.