Unlocking the Genetic Code: Congestive Heart Failure and Beta-Blocker Response
Discover how genetic testing can revolutionize congestive heart failure treatment by personalizing beta-blocker response, improving patient outcomes, and reducing risks.
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
Decoding the Genetic Mysteries: Understanding Susceptibility to Crohn's Disease-Associated Growth Failure
Discover the genetic factors behind Crohn's disease-associated growth failure and learn how genetic testing can aid in early diagnosis, personalized treatment, and family risk…
Decoding Atypical Nephropathic Cystinosis: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing, and Genetic Testing
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing atypical nephropathic cystinosis, guiding treatment, and enabling carrier detection for informed family planning.
Decoding Darier Disease: Acral Hemorrhagic Type and the Role of Genetic Testing
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing the rare acral hemorrhagic type of Darier disease, a genetic skin disorder, and its impact on treatment.
Decoding the Mysteries of Lewy Body Dementia: A Genetic Perspective
Discover the genetic factors of Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), the benefits of genetic testing for early diagnosis, and how personalized treatments can improve prognosis.
Decoding the Genetic Mysteries of Atopic Dermatitis Susceptibility
Discover how genetic testing improves understanding, diagnosis, and management of atopic dermatitis, enabling personalized treatment plans and prevention of secondary infections.
Decoding Desmoid Disease: A Deeper Dive into Genetic Testing for Hereditary Conditions
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing hereditary desmoid disease, guiding treatment decisions, and improving patient outcomes with early detection.
Unlocking the Mysteries of Autosomal Recessive Neurohypophyseal Diabetes Insipidus
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing autosomal recessive neurohypophyseal diabetes insipidus, a rare genetic disorder affecting water balance.