June-Anne Gold

June-Anne Gold, MBBS is a Professor at Loma Linda University School of Medicine, holding dual appointments in the Pediatrics, Genetics Division and the Basic Sciences, Biochemistry Division. With over 38 publications spanning from 2005 to 2024, Dr. Gold has established herself as a prominent researcher in the field of genetic disorders, particularly focusing on Prader-Willi syndrome and related neurodevelopmental conditions.

Dr. Gold's research interests center on the genetic underpinnings of Prader-Willi syndrome, with particular emphasis on genetic subtypes, growth hormone therapy effects, and bone mineral density in affected individuals. Her work explores the relationship between molecular classes and clinical outcomes, examining how different genetic mechanisms influence physical development, behavior, and metabolic function. She has made significant contributions to understanding how growth hormone treatment impacts various aspects of Prader-Willi syndrome, including growth parameters, dysmorphology, and behavioral phenotypes.

Analysis of Dr. Gold's publication record reveals a consistent focus on genotype-phenotype correlations in genetic disorders, with increasing attention to therapeutic interventions and their outcomes. Her recent work examines thyroid function in relation to genetic subtypes, sleep disturbances in rare neurodevelopmental syndromes, and novel treatments such as diazoxide choline for managing symptoms. The trajectory of her research demonstrates an evolution from basic genetic characterization toward clinical applications and therapeutic interventions.

Dr. Gold has served on several important committees, including the Loma Linda University Spiritual Care Curriculum Committee for Graduate Medical Education (2019-2022) and as a member at large for the Academic Physicians Section of the American Medical Association (2021-2023). Her collaborative approach is evident in her extensive co-authorship network, particularly with researchers at institutions specializing in rare genetic disorders.