Decoding the Mystery: Understanding and Diagnosing MTTP Polymorphism
Discover the role of MTTP polymorphism in lipid metabolism, cardiovascular diseases, and the importance of genetic testing for diagnosis, personalized treatment, and prevention.
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 Mystery of Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis: A Guide to Understanding, Diagnosing, and Genetic Testing
Explore Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis (dRTA), its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Learn how genetic testing plays a crucial role in identifying and managing…
Unlocking the Mystery of Rh-null: The Regulator Type Blood Phenotype
Discover the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing Rh-null, regulator type blood phenotype, its treatment, and blood transfusion compatibility.
Decoding the Genetic Mysteries of Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC), identifying at-risk family members, and exploring emerging gene…
Unlocking the Mysteries of Saethre-Chotzen Syndrome with Eyelid Anomalies: Genetic Testing and Beyond
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing and treating Saethre-Chotzen Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder causing craniosynostosis, facial asymmetry, and limb…
Unraveling the Mysteries of Scaphocephaly and Axenfeld-Rieger Anomaly: A Genetic Perspective
Discover the role of genetic testing in diagnosing and managing Scaphocephaly and Axenfeld-Rieger anomaly, guiding treatment decisions, and providing personalized genetic…
Demystifying Selective Tooth Agenesis: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Genetic Testing
Discover the causes of Selective Tooth Agenesis (STA), its diagnosis methods, and the role of genetic testing in managing this dental condition for improved oral health.
Unlocking the Mystery of Athabascan-Type Severe Combined Immunodeficiency
Discover Athabascan-Type SCID, a rare genetic immunodeficiency disorder. Learn how genetic testing aids in diagnosis, treatment options, and the latest research.