How Long Do Side Effects Last
Medication side effects make it difficult to get through the day and can even lead to agony and pain. Learn how long side effects last and what you can do to prevent them.
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
What to Do When Medicines Have Side Effects
One of the most common questions patients have for their doctors is what to do when medicines have side effects. Learn what you can do today.
Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer
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Outsmart Your Genes
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The Power of DNA Testing and Predictive Medicine
Learn about the incredible power of DNA testing and Predictive Medicine from Dr. Brandon Colby MD, a physician-expert in the fields of genomics and medicine.
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DNA Tests for Medication Side Effects
A free guide to understanding how DNA testing can help you determine which medications are safest and most effective for treating your condition.
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We'll tell you the truth about whether DNA testing will help you lose weight. If you're considering a DNA test for weight loss, this is very important information.