What is personalized medicine?

Personalized medicine refers to medical treatment that is specifically tailored to the individual characteristics of each patient. This approach recognizes that each patient may respond differently to treatments based on their unique genetics, environment, and lifestyle. By customizing healthcare strategies, such as selecting specific medications or dosages based on genetic profiles, personalized medicine aims to enhance treatment efficacy and minimize adverse effects.

This contrasts sharply with a one-size-fits-all treatment approach, which does not take into account individual differences. Personalized medicine uses information such as genetic testing, biomarkers, and patient history to inform treatment decisions, making it significantly more precise and effective for a diverse patient population compared to traditional methods that do not account for these variabilities.