Unlocking the Mystery of Potassium-Sensitive Normokalemic Periodic Paralysis
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing potassium-sensitive normokalemic periodic paralysis, understanding its causes, and guiding personalized treatment plans.
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 of Epithelial Ovarian Cancer
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing epithelial ovarian cancer and how personalized, targeted treatments can improve outcomes for patients.
Decoding the Genetic Mysteries of Ovarian Carcinoma
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing ovarian carcinoma, identifying risk factors, and developing personalized treatment plans for improved outcomes.
Decoding the Genetic Enigma: Understanding Chronic Pancreatitis Susceptibility
Discover the role of genetic factors in chronic pancreatitis, the importance of genetic testing for diagnosis, and how personalized treatment strategies can improve disease…
Understanding and Diagnosing Parkinson Disease 6 Through Genetic Testing
Discover how genetic testing aids in diagnosing Parkinson disease 6 (PD6) by identifying core motor & non-motor symptoms, differentiating it from other parkinsonism causes, and…
Decoding the Enigma of Partial Adenosine Deaminase Deficiency
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing Partial Adenosine Deaminase Deficiency (pADA), a rare immune disorder, and its impact on treatment options.
Decoding the Mysteries of Peroxisome Biogenesis Disorder, Complementation Group 7
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing Peroxisome Biogenesis Disorder, Complementation Group 7, and how it aids in treatment research and family planning.
Decoding the Phenylthiocarbamide Tasting Puzzle: Diagnosis and Genetic Testing
Discover the genetic trait of phenylthiocarbamide tasting, its diagnosis, and the role of genetic testing in understanding its health implications and disease connections.