Personalized medicine, also known as precision medicine or genomic medicine, is one of the most revolutionary trends shaping the future of healthcare. What is personalized medicine? The simple definition is that it’s the customization of care to an individual’s genetic profile. Several publicly traded companies stand out as leaders in the field.
Exact Sciences, Illumina, and Vertex Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:VRTX) are pioneers in personalized medicine -- each in a different way. Here’s why I think these are the three best stocks in personalized medicine right now.