Decoding the Genetic Mysteries of Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia (FCH), a complex genetic lipid disorder affecting 1-2% of the population.
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 Hypoadiponectinemia: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Genetic Testing
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing hypoadiponectinemia, a condition linked to metabolic disorders. Learn about treatment, risk assessment, and prevention…
Decoding the Mystery of Hypoinsulinemia: Genetic Testing Unveils the Secrets
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing hypoinsulinemia, understanding its causes, and developing personalized treatment strategies for diabetes-related conditions.
Unraveling the Mystery of IDUA Pseudodeficiency: Genetic Testing for a Better Understanding
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing IDUA pseudodeficiency, a complex disorder. Learn about whole genome sequencing and targeted genetic analysis for accurate…
Unlocking the Mysteries of Immunodeficiency 60: Genetic Testing and Beyond
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing Immunodeficiency 60, a rare immune disorder, and how it leads to early intervention and improved treatment options.
Unlocking the Mysteries of Immunodeficiency 66: Genetic Testing and Its Role in Diagnosis and Treatment
Discover the latest research on Immunodeficiency 66, a rare genetic disorder, and learn how genetic testing plays a crucial role in accurate diagnosis, targeted treatment, and…
Unraveling the Mystery of Increased Analgesia from Kappa-Opioid Receptor Agonists in Females
Discover the role of kappa-opioid receptor agonists in increased female analgesia and how genetic testing can help diagnose and personalize treatment plans.
Decoding Infantile Hypophosphatasia: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Harnessing the Power of Genetic Testing
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing Infantile Hypophosphatasia, understanding disease variability, and guiding future treatment options.