The need for genomic counseling is currently driven by personal genomics companies, including 23andMe, Navigenics, Mapmygenome.in, deCODEme, and Pathway Genomics.
Stephan began his career as an entrepreneur in November 2006 when he co-founded Navigenics with oncologist Dr. David Agus, together with board members John Doerr, Sue Seigel, Brook Byers and David Brailer.
A consortium of health care, technology and research leaders have joined forces in the first-of-its-kind research study, including genetic test provider Navigenics Inc., Affymetrix and Microsoft Corp.