Decoding the Mystery of Descending Aortic Dissection: Genetic Testing and Beyond
Tears in the inner layer of the aorta may trace back to Marfan, Loeys-Dietz or vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and testing guides surgery and family screening.
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)
Articles by Brandon Colby, MD are reviewed for accuracy by Sequencing's medical and scientific team. This page is for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice.
Articles by Brandon
Decoding the Genetic Mysteries of Primary Cervical Dystonia
Involuntary neck contractions have a complex genetic basis; a multi-center genome-wide association study, temporal discrimination work and an ATLD1 case are summarised.
Decoding the Enigma of Endometriosis: Genetic Testing for Diagnosis and Management
Pelvic pain, heavy periods and subfertility are set against miR-143 variants, natural killer cell findings and what genetic testing may add to earlier diagnosis.
Decoding the Mystery of Autosomal Recessive Epidermolysis Bullosa Dystrophica: Genetic Testing and Beyond
Discover the power of genetic testing in diagnosing Epidermolysis Bullosa Dystrophica, guiding treatment, prenatal diagnosis, and shaping nationwide programs.
Unlocking the Mysteries of Autosomal Recessive Epidermolysis Bullosa Dystrophica Inversa
Blisters concentrate in flexural areas such as the armpits, groin and neck; COL7A1 and ITGB4 testing confirms EBDI and supports carrier and prenatal testing.
Late-Onset Epidermolytic Hyperkeratosis: KRT1 and KRT10
Skin thickening and blisters can begin well after childhood; biopsy showing hyperkeratosis and epidermolysis, KRT1 and KRT10 testing and dominant inheritance are covered.
Unlocking the Secrets of Childhood Absence Epilepsy: A Comprehensive Guide
Gene mapping points to a single locus on chromosome 6 in idiopathic generalized epilepsies; EEG diagnosis, targeted re-sequencing and family planning are discussed.
Decoding the Cardiac Variant of Fabry Disease: A Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing, and Utilizing Genetic Testing
A shortage of alpha-galactosidase A lets Gb3 build up in the heart, bringing hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and arrhythmias; GLA gene testing confirms the diagnosis.