Summary

Dr. Brooks Brown is an ophthalmologist with additional training in family medicine who has been practicing for over five decades. He earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System. With 57 years of experience caring for patients, Dr. Brown brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Brown is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center and practices in Chevy Chase, Maryland. He specializes in treating conditions such as periorbital cellulitis, blepharitis, and scleroderma. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye examinations, and retinal imaging to help diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 57 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Cleveland Clinic Health System
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Brooks G Brown Iii Md Pa

5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1030Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
57 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Chevy Chase , MDLaurel , MDWinchester , VAWASHINGTON , DC
Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Loma Linda University in California Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brooks Gideon Brown

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Innovation Health
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Priority Partners
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brooks Gideon Brown has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brooks Gideon Brown has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Family Medicine
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

57 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1969.

NPI Number

Dr. Brown's NPI number is 1376679043.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Brooks Brown affiliated with?
Dr. Brooks Brown is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center.
Does Dr. Brooks Brown accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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What languages does Dr. Brooks Brown speak?
Dr. Brooks Brown speaks English.
Does Dr. Brooks Brown accept my insurance?
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