Heather Byers
About Heather Byers
Heather Byers serves as the Associate Medical Director at BridgeBio in San Francisco, California, where she has worked since 2020. She has extensive experience in medical genetics and has contributed to various clinical studies and interdisciplinary initiatives throughout her career.
Work at BridgeBio
Heather Byers has been serving as the Associate Medical Director at BridgeBio since 2020. In this role, she contributes to the company's mission of developing transformative medicines for genetic diseases. Based in San Francisco, California, she has been instrumental in advancing the organization's initiatives in the field of medical genetics.
Education and Expertise
Heather Byers earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine, completing her studies from 2007 to 2012. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Virginia from 1999 to 2002. Additionally, she studied Spanish Language and Culture at Universidad Complutense de Madrid, achieving a Certificate of Fluency in 2003.
Background
Heather Byers has a diverse background in medical genetics and obstetrics. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin from 2012 to 2014. Following her residency, she pursued a Medical Genetics Fellowship at the University of Washington from 2014 to 2017. She also held the position of Clinical Assistant Professor at Stanford University from 2017 to 2021.
Achievements
Heather Byers has made significant contributions to the field of genetics, including being a founding member and Medical Director of the DSD clinic at Stanford Health Care. She has collaborated with over 20 physicians across eight specialties. She is also a lead author in clinical studies published in reputable journals, such as the Journal of American Medical Association and the American Journal of Medical Genetics. Additionally, she developed and launched an interdisciplinary educational forum at Stanford to facilitate discussions on genetics.
Professional Collaborations
Throughout her career, Heather Byers has participated in multi-institutional clinical collaborations that have led to the discovery of multiple novel genetic syndromes. She has also been involved in media consultations with organizations such as NPR and USA Today, showcasing her expertise in genetics and her commitment to public education.