Who discovered proteus syndrome?

Proteus syndrome was first described by Dr. Michael Cohen, a pediatrician, and geneticist, in 1979. The condition is characterized by overgrowth of various tissues and is associated with mosaicism in the AKT1 gene. Dr. Cohen's work focused on identifying and understanding the unique features of this rare disorder. The syndrome is named after the Greek sea god Proteus, known for his ability to change shape, reflecting the diverse manifestations of the condition.