Thomas Curran, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Thomas Curran, MD (photo by Jim Howe) Bioethicist Bioethicist Thomas Curran, MD, Thomas Curran, MD, was going to have his DNA analyzed as he prepared to give a lecture on genetic testing. He decided to research the home genetic testing industry first -- and he's glad he did. Curran decided against having his DNA analyzed and explains his reasoning, which includes privacy and other concerns. was going to have his DNA analyzed as he prepared to give a lecture on genetic testing. He decided to research the home genetic testing industry first -- and he's glad he did. Curran decided against having his DNA analyzed and explains his reasoning, which includes privacy and other concerns.