Genomic Medicine and the Generalist Physician

About the Book

A person´s genetic makeup will allow us to understand a person´s health, and to provide individualized medical treatment. By personalizing medical care we can predict and preempt disease. To capitalize on this information individuals and healthcare providers need to be educated on genetics and understand what information is obtainable and how it can be used. This book provides basic information on genetics, and how it can be used to enhance medical care.

About the Author

Personal Biography Tyler Cymet received his DO degree from the Nova-Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine, completed a research fellowship at the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and received his residency training at the Yale University School of Medicine. He has been on the teaching faculty of the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine since 1992, and published over one hundred scientific papers, two textbooks and numerous textbook chapters. Dr. Cymet is a highly sought after lecturer and has taught in practically every state in America and numerous foreign countries. He has been chosen as one of America’s best practicing physicians by Baltimore Magazine, Best Doctors, and numerous other organizations.